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MHz Choice SVOD Launches on Comcast Xfinity X1

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Wednesday, October 17, 2018
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- MHz Networks' subscription video on demand service, MHz Choice, is now available over the Internet on Comcast's Xfinity X1 , marking the first time MHz Choice's entire catalog of premium on-demand international television content is available through a pay-TV provider in the US.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- MHz Networks' subscription video on demand service, MHz Choice, is now available over the Internet on Comcast's Xfinity X1 , marking the first time MHz Choice's entire catalog of premium on-demand international television content is available through a pay-TV provider in the US.
  • Xfinity X1 customers can subscribe to and access the service and its full library by saying "MHz Choice" into their X1 voice remote or by finding it within the networks section of Xfinity on Demand.
  • "It's great to be a part of the Comcast Xfinity X1 lineup and to significantly expand upon the existing relationship between our companies.
  • MHz Networks offers U.S. viewers access to a library of the best international television mysteries, dramas, comedies and documentaries subtitled in English - on DVD and its digital platform, MHz Choice.

Most Consumers Concerned ISPs Monitor, Share and Sell Their Personal Data

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Thursday, August 2, 2018
Economy of the United States, Broadband, Information and communications technology, Cable television in the United States, Net neutrality, Internet service provider, Charter Communications, Comcast, Xfinity

OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --As our digital world grows, so does the power of Internet service providers (ISPs).

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --As our digital world grows, so does the power of Internet service providers (ISPs).
  • Most Americans access the Internet through large ISPs including Comcast Xfinity, Charter Communications / Spectrum, AT&T, Verizon and Cox Communications.
  • Unfortunately, most Americans also worry their ISP is sharing their personal information with both advertisers and government agencies.
  • There was also a strong demand for an ISP that wouldn't monitor, sell or share user data, with over 90 percent of respondents saying they would prefer such an ISP.

Comcast Business Recognized by Frost & Sullivan for Its Strategic Focus on the SMB Segment in the Hosted IP Telephony Services Market

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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
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Acknowledging the expanding opportunity in the next-generation services space, Comcast Business intensified its product development and sales efforts.

Key Points: 
  • Acknowledging the expanding opportunity in the next-generation services space, Comcast Business intensified its product development and sales efforts.
  • The solutions include Business VoiceEdge, Business VoiceEdge Select, Business Voice Mobility, Business Voice, Business VoiceEdge Primary Rate Interface (PRI), and Business VoiceEdge SIP.
  • "Comcast Business continues to consistently win market share among businesses with fewer than 100 users, while competitors focus on larger accounts," said Elka Popova, Vice President.
  • Comcast Business offers Ethernet, Internet, Wi-Fi, Voice, TV and Managed Enterprise Solutions to help organizations of all sizes transform their business.

Comcast Business Recognized by Frost & Sullivan for Its Strategic Focus on the SMB Segment in the Hosted IP Telephony Services Market

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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Comcast, Broadband, Economy of the United States, Wireless networking, Information and communications technology, Comcast Business, Wi-Fi, Computing, Xfinity

Acknowledging the expanding opportunity in the next-generation services space, Comcast Business intensified its product development and sales efforts.

Key Points: 
  • Acknowledging the expanding opportunity in the next-generation services space, Comcast Business intensified its product development and sales efforts.
  • The solutions include Business VoiceEdge, Business VoiceEdge Select, Business Voice Mobility, Business Voice, Business VoiceEdge Primary Rate Interface (PRI), and Business VoiceEdge SIP.
  • "Comcast Business continues to consistently win market share among businesses with fewer than 100 users, while competitors focus on larger accounts," said Elka Popova, Vice President.
  • Comcast Business offers Ethernet, Internet, Wi-Fi, Voice, TV and Managed Enterprise Solutions to help organizations of all sizes transform their business.

Comcast Completes Roll Out of Gigabit Internet Service in Vermont

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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
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Comcast's new 1 Gigabit Internet service uses DOCSIS 3.1 technology that makes it possible to deliver ultra-fast speeds over the existing communications lines that are already in most homes and neighborhoods.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast's new 1 Gigabit Internet service uses DOCSIS 3.1 technology that makes it possible to deliver ultra-fast speeds over the existing communications lines that are already in most homes and neighborhoods.
  • Businesses already served by Comcast can upgrade to Business Internet 1 Gig or Business Internet 500 by visiting business.comcast.com/gig .
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal.
  • Comcast Business offers Ethernet, Internet, Wi-Fi, Voice, TV and Managed Enterprise Solutions to help organizations of all sizes transform their business.

Comcast Completes Roll Out of Gigabit Internet Service in New Hampshire

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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
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Comcast's new 1 Gigabit Internet service uses DOCSIS 3.1 technology that makes it possible to deliver ultra-fast speeds over the existing communications lines that are already in most homes and neighborhoods.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast's new 1 Gigabit Internet service uses DOCSIS 3.1 technology that makes it possible to deliver ultra-fast speeds over the existing communications lines that are already in most homes and neighborhoods.
  • Businesses already served by Comcast can upgrade to Business Internet 1 Gig or Business Internet 500 by visiting business.comcast.com/gig .
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal.
  • Comcast Business offers Ethernet, Internet, Wi-Fi, Voice, TV and Managed Enterprise Solutions to help organizations of all sizes transform their business.

Comcast Awards More Than $200,000 in Scholarships to Florida Students

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Tuesday, July 24, 2018
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Comcast announced today it has awarded $238,000 in scholarships to 226 Florida students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program.

Key Points: 
  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Comcast announced today it has awarded $238,000 in scholarships to 226 Florida students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program.
  • Among the Florida scholarship recipients are 39 students from the state's largest school district, Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
  • "The Miami-Dade County Public Schools family is extremely proud of these dedicated and deserving students whose accomplishments merit recognition through the Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship program."
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal.

Comcast To Open State-Of-The-Art Call Center In Newark, Delaware

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
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Over the last three years, Comcast has invested more than $1 billion in this effort.

Key Points: 
  • Over the last three years, Comcast has invested more than $1 billion in this effort.
  • "We're proud that Comcast is making this long-term commitment to our state," said Delaware Governor John Carney.
  • Today's announcement reinforces Comcast's continued investment in Delaware where Comcast employs more than 1,100 employees in 29 facilities.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal.

RLJ Entertainment's UMC - Urban Movie Channel Launches on Xfinity TV

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Wednesday, June 20, 2018
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SILVER SPRING, Md., June 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Urban Movie Channel (UMC), the first subscription video on demand service (SVOD) created for African American and urban audiences, is now available to Comcast's Xfinity TV customers across the country.

Key Points: 
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., June 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Urban Movie Channel (UMC), the first subscription video on demand service (SVOD) created for African American and urban audiences, is now available to Comcast's Xfinity TV customers across the country.
  • Xfinity TV customers with X1 can use their voice remote and say "Urban Movie Channel" to pull up the offering, or they'll be able to find it within the Black Film and TV section of Xfinity On Demand.
  • "We are thrilled to be able to bring Urban Movie Channel to Xfinity on Demand," said Traci Otey Blunt, President of UMC.
  • "Launching Urban Movie Channel on Xfinity TV expands our library of culturally curated and relevant offerings for our customers to enjoy."

Comcast NBCUniversal Awards $112,000 In Scholarships To 103 High School Seniors From Massachusetts

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Tuesday, June 19, 2018
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BOSTON, June 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast NBCUniversal today announced that it has awarded $112,000 in scholarships for the 2018-19 school year to 103 Massachusetts students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, June 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast NBCUniversal today announced that it has awarded $112,000 in scholarships for the 2018-19 school year to 103 Massachusetts students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program.
  • The program, funded by the Comcast Foundation, is a one-time, $1,000 scholarship awarded to the best and brightest high school seniors for their community service, academic performance and leadership skills.
  • Since 2001, more than $28 million has been awarded to nearly 27,000 high school seniors across the country as part of the Leaders and Achievers Program.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal.