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Comcast Expands Broadband Network to Pelahatchie, Mississippi

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Friday, October 13, 2023

This expansion also provides families access to Comcast’s Internet Essentials program, the nation’s largest broadband adoption initiative for low-income families.

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  • This expansion also provides families access to Comcast’s Internet Essentials program, the nation’s largest broadband adoption initiative for low-income families.
  • Comcast’s network and Internet experience are powering homes and businesses today and into the future:
    Ultimate Capacity: Xfinity customers connect nearly 1 billion devices across the company’s network annually.
  • Most Reliable Connection: Comcast is scaling the nation’s largest and most reliable network – the Xfinity 10G Network.
  • Comcast plans to continue this expansion and bring its network to more underserved communities through private funding and state and local partnerships.

Comcast Central Division Appoints Javier Garcia Senior Vice President of Competitive Marketing and Strategy

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Friday, October 13, 2023

Comcast has announced the appointment of Javier Garcia as Senior Vice President of Competitive Marketing and Strategy at its Central Division Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

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  • Comcast has announced the appointment of Javier Garcia as Senior Vice President of Competitive Marketing and Strategy at its Central Division Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • In this role, Garcia is responsible for driving strategic growth, competitive intelligence, and product marketing.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231013509823/en/
    Javier Garcia has been appointed Senior Vice President of Competitive Marketing and Strategy for Comcast's Central Division in Atlanta, Georgia (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Javier’s strategic vision and deep understanding of market trends have proven to be invaluable to strengthening Comcast’s position as a leader in telecommunications and mobile,” said Toni Murphy, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Comcast Central Division.
  • In his most recent position as the Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the Comcast Florida Region, Garcia led the region’s marketing activities, including customer facing programs, promotional activities, and sales incentive campaigns.

Comcast to Deliver Multi-Gig Symmetrical Speeds to Customers Over Existing Connections in World-First DOCSIS 4.0 Deployment

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

The latest version of DOCSIS technology is a giant leap forward in Internet connectivity that can deliver multi-gigabit symmetrical speeds to customers over the connections that already exist in tens of millions of homes in Comcast markets across the country.

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  • The latest version of DOCSIS technology is a giant leap forward in Internet connectivity that can deliver multi-gigabit symmetrical speeds to customers over the connections that already exist in tens of millions of homes in Comcast markets across the country.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    As a part of the launch, Comcast will introduce a new portfolio of symmetrical products for residential customers.
  • New and existing residential customers connected via DOCSIS 4.0 will have access to Comcast’s newly introduced next-generation X-Class Internet portfolio.
  • Comcast has been a leader in deploying DOCSIS updates to deliver faster speeds to all the homes and businesses in its service areas.

Customer Satisfaction with Wireless Internet Higher than Wired and Satellite, J.D. Power Finds

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

These differences are primarily driven by gaps in satisfaction with cost of internet service, with cost satisfaction among wireless customers averaging more than 90 points above those of wired customers and nearly 190 points above those of satellite internet customers.

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  • These differences are primarily driven by gaps in satisfaction with cost of internet service, with cost satisfaction among wireless customers averaging more than 90 points above those of wired customers and nearly 190 points above those of satellite internet customers.
  • “Wireless internet has higher customer satisfaction in each factor of the study,” said Carl Lepper, senior director of technology, media and telecom at J.D.
  • “Wireless companies have done an admirable job of conveying the value of their wireless internet service which may explain higher satisfaction among wireless customers, even though they report higher monthly rates.
  • Residential Internet Service Provider Satisfaction Study is based on responses from 23,623 customers that currently have internet service with a provider included in the study.

FAZE CLAN WILL BE ACTIVATING IN LAS VEGAS WITH GAMING LOUNGE EXPERIENCE 'FAZE ARCADE' PRESENTED BY XFINITY

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FaZe Holdings, Inc. (FaZe Clan), one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world, announced it will be hosting a gaming lounge experience FaZe Arcade presented by Xfinity at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, NV during NICKMERCS' third annual MFAM Central. As an immersive branded arcade, FaZe Arcade presented by Xfinity will offer various arcades, gaming stations, interactive experiences, talent meet & greets, merch giveaways, a livestream activation and more.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FaZe Holdings, Inc. (FaZe Clan), one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world, announced it will be hosting a gaming lounge experience FaZe Arcade presented by Xfinity at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, NV during NICKMERCS' third annual MFAM Central.
  • As an immersive branded arcade, FaZe Arcade presented by Xfinity will offer various arcades, gaming stations, interactive experiences, talent meet & greets, merch giveaways, a livestream activation and more.
  • FaZe Arcade presented by Xfinity will be open on Friday, October 20th & Saturday, October 21st from 12 - 6PM.
  • For more information, please visit www.mfam.gg/mfamvegas/ and check out FaZe Clan social channels for updates leading up to the event.

Foldable fun for everyone: Introducing the new motorola razr

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meet the new motorola razr – a device designed for trendsetters who like to stand out from the crowd, and digital minimalists who want to disconnect and remove distractions. The razr is crafted with the same iconic form factor and compact design as the razr+, unfolding into a full sized premium smartphone.

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  • The razr is crafted with the same iconic form factor and compact design as the razr+, unfolding into a full sized premium smartphone.
  • With a price tag lower than any other 5G foldable on the U.S. market, the new razr makes foldable technology accessible to a much broader audience.
  • The new motorola razr also features the highest resolution sensors on any of our foldable devices for both front and rear camera systems.
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    In Canada, the new motorola razr 2023 will be available for pre-order on motorola.ca on October 12.

Comcast and United Way Expand Digital Navigator Network in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Powered by $363,000 Comcast Grant

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast and United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania have announced the expansion of an innovative Digital Navigator Network that will empower local residents in southwestern Pennsylvania. Beginning this month, the Digital Navigators will work at three trusted community organizations – Literacy Pittsburgh, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and YWCA of Westmoreland County – to help residents in Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Fayette and Westmoreland counties learn more about and sign up for affordable Internet, use devices and acquire digital skills. A $363,000 grant from Comcast in support of this program will also help the United Way expand and sustain the capacity of its PA 211 Southwest 24/7 contact center, which connects individuals and families to health and human services in the region. The network supports United Way's goals of helping people meet basic needs, move toward financial stability and build for success in school and in life.

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  • The network supports United Way's goals of helping people meet basic needs, move toward financial stability and build for success in school and in life.
  • To celebrate National Digital Inclusion Week, Comcast also donated a total of 300 laptops – 100 each – to Literacy Pittsburgh, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and YWCA of Westmoreland County to support their local efforts.
  • These initiatives are part of Project UP – Comcast's $1 billion commitment to advance digital equity and its longstanding commitment to bridge the digital divide.
  • The model for these networks is the United Way Digital Navigator Network in Philadelphia that was developed through a grant from PHLConnectED , the City's initiative to provide free Internet access to pre-K–12 students in need.

COMCAST AND UNITED WAY ANNOUNCE EXPANSION OF DIGITAL NAVIGATOR SUPPORT TO HELP CONNECT MORE GREATER PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS TO THE INTERNET

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast and the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey today announced the expansion of an innovative Digital Navigator Network that currently serves Philadelphia residents. Digital Navigators are trusted individuals who work at community organizations to help people sign up for internet service and learn digital skills. Starting November 2023, residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties will also be able to take advantage of support for questions about digital access and where to learn digital literacy skills by dialing 2-1-1. The service expansion is supported by a $317,000 grant from Comcast that is part of Project UP, the company's $1 billion commitment to advance digital equity.

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  • To Celebrate Digital Inclusion Week, Comcast Also Donates 400 Laptops to Eight Nonprofits
    PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast and the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey today announced the expansion of an innovative Digital Navigator Network that currently serves Philadelphia residents.
  • Digital Navigators are trusted individuals who work at community organizations to help people sign up for internet service and learn digital skills.
  • Comcast's partnership to scale the United Way's Digital Navigator Network builds on the company's long-standing commitment to bridge the digital divide in Pennsylvania.
  • Digital Navigators will help residents address the barriers that prevent some people from getting online – namely digital skills and access to devices.

Xumo Begins Nationwide Rollout of Its First Streaming Devices in Charter and Comcast Households

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

- Leading with live: Upon startup, customers will see live video playing from the device’s primary video service app such as Spectrum TV, Xfinity Stream or Xumo Play.

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  • - Leading with live: Upon startup, customers will see live video playing from the device’s primary video service app such as Spectrum TV, Xfinity Stream or Xumo Play.
  • For Spectrum customers, Xumo Stream Box leverages the Spectrum TV App, the country’s highest-rated pay TV streaming app* and most viewed streaming service.
  • Additionally, Comcast will soon offer Xumo Stream Box to new Xfinity Internet customers, providing yet another way to enjoy all their favorite live and on-demand streaming content in one easy-to-use experience.
  • Statement based on measurement of Average Hours Per HH per Month for Spectrum TV App vs. top streaming providers as measured on connected TVs, gaming consoles and streaming devices.

Verinext Sponsors Devin Jones in the 2023 NASCAR Xfinity Series Race at the Charlotte Roval

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Verinext, the company that delivers transformative business outcomes through technology and services for everything that comes next, today announced its sponsorship of Devin Jones in the NASCAR Xfinity series race, the Drive for the Cure 250, at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval this Saturday, October 7.

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  • 74 in the Drive for the Cure 250
    PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Verinext , the company that delivers transformative business outcomes through technology and services for everything that comes next, today announced its sponsorship of Devin Jones in the NASCAR Xfinity series race, the Drive for the Cure 250, at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval this Saturday, October 7.
  • Verinext, in partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), will be using the NASCAR Xfinity series race at the Charlotte Roval as a showcase for its new brand, released earlier this year.
  • "Verinext is thrilled to be partnering with Devin Jones on the NASCAR Xfinity platform," said Ashby Lincoln, President, Verinext.
  • To have the support of Verinext and HPE behind me makes this experience even more special," said Devin Jones.