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03-14-2018, 09:48 AM | #251 | |
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I got HBO GO with my basic internet package. So I can use Roku, my phone, or now the TV via the HBO Go app or now the TV via chromecast to play HBO. I pay about $65 with all taxes, own my own modem.
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03-14-2018, 10:24 AM | #252 | ||
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I use my buddy's Netflix account so if there was a show/movie on there we can watch it. Also I like that the X1 box has the Netflix app built into it since my wife doesn't switch inputs on the TV. She's an old soul... |
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03-28-2018, 08:59 PM | #253 |
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Finally went to the Xfinity store to replace my wifi router that stopped wifi'ing.
My best speed test (over wifi) with my 150mbs Blast service was 30dn/6up (for years). I got the 'newest' modem and ran an exact same speed test...244dn/13up. |
03-29-2018, 07:52 AM | #254 | |
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03-30-2018, 12:01 AM | #255 |
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Oh I just called them up 2 weeks ago and got $40 lopped off my bill.
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03-30-2018, 09:01 AM | #256 |
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03-30-2018, 09:17 AM | #257 |
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Have you had her try wifi calling? I know when my wife and I use hangouts vs the regular cell service. the audio is MUCH clearer.
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03-30-2018, 09:18 AM | #258 |
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My Mom gave up her landline at the age of 68 and switched to a cell phone only.
Although I assume this may be a classic pick your battles situation. |
03-30-2018, 09:21 AM | #259 | |
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^ This. I don't mind paying the money per month since she uses the "landline" but I wouldn't have it if it was up to me lol |
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03-30-2018, 09:40 AM | #260 |
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ROFL. I could probably get 2Gbps service from them for $177/month. I'm only paying $49 and speed test hits 150Mpbs.
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03-30-2018, 11:08 AM | #261 | |
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This time I had legit options to move over to so did the cancel service routine. It took less than 5 mins to do. Of course CA comcast service is excellent. |
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03-30-2018, 11:59 AM | #262 |
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Last time I actually had to cancel. Of course the begging started a few days after returning equipment.
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03-30-2018, 12:25 PM | #263 | |
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05-02-2018, 10:52 AM | #264 | |
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can't find the comcast is pure concentrated evil thread, so this goes here:
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as I have business comcast at my coffee shop (because no one else provides us service), only internet, I don't need TVs in a coffee shop, I weap for myself. |
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05-08-2018, 04:54 AM | #265 |
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A couple days ago I finally got around to installing my Surfboard modem, which, surprisingly, was super damn easy.
I had looked up all the steps, written down account numbers and phone numbers to call, etc. Didn't need any of them. The new device went in and turned on, then just opened a browser, and bam linked to my account and good to go. Kinda bummed that I didn't get way better speeds, though. My speedtest results are still about what I got before. However, I forgot I have phone service also, and the new modem doesn't have a phone jack, sooo....guess I drop the phone service, too! Kid is getting a phone this year anyway, so I don't feel the need to have a landline just for 911 anymore. TL;DR - installed third party (motorola surfboard) modem, process was hella smooth. Highly recommend |
05-08-2018, 06:02 AM | #266 |
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Welcome to a decade ago. Don't worry, you won't really save money - keep an eye on those variable fees.
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05-08-2018, 09:24 AM | #267 |
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Speaking of modems... I've owned my own modem for 5 years or so and I just got my bill in the mail yesterday from Comcast (Xfinity)... They decided to add a $11/month modem rental fee on it.
So while making dinner I called the Customer Service # and basically he couldn't take it off so he put a note on my account and said someone should call me within 10 days... If I don't hear from anyone in 10 days to call them back. WTF |
05-08-2018, 09:38 AM | #268 |
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Call back and escalate. You might want to have an idea of how long they've been charging so you have ammunition. While I don't know how much you'll be able to get back you can at least likely get free channels you don't currently have for N number of months to make up for it.
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05-08-2018, 09:45 AM | #269 | |
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05-08-2018, 09:51 AM | #270 | |
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Call them back, no reason the csr couldn't add a customer owned modem rate he just didn't know how to do it bringing his phone time up.....call them back today, if they can't figure it out talk to a super. |
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05-08-2018, 09:59 AM | #271 |
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I just reupped for another 2 years. Locked in at $140/month for a 220+ channel package with 400Mbps internet and their security service. Of course there is $40 in assorted taxes and fees on top Of that.
I'll cut the chord some day, I'm sure. |
05-10-2018, 12:35 AM | #272 | |
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I'm going away Friday for Punta Cana so it will have to wait until I get back. |
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05-10-2018, 12:49 AM | #273 | |
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05-10-2018, 09:55 AM | #274 |
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Glad to see nothing has changed with these ****ers. |
05-10-2018, 10:09 AM | #275 |
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Lately, random channels can't be accessed for who knows what reason. All they say is to restart the system, which doesn't help. All a reset does is occasionally bring up a second connection error.
I am also in an area that is supposed to see increased speeds, but no test shows any difference. It will be nice to have a second option (Fios) when we move next month. |
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