ATLANTA, July 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast
announced today that it launched X1 DVR with cloud technology and
live in-home streaming across greater Atlanta. New X1 customers in Atlanta will be the first in Comcast's
southern region to have access to the new technology.
While in the home, customers will be able to watch their
DVR recordings over Comcast's managed IP cable network on their
mobile devices and computers; "check-out" DVR recordings by
downloading them directly to a mobile device to take on-the-go; and
access the X1 interface and live stream practically their entire TV
channel lineup, as well as Xfinity On Demand choices, to
IP-connected devices.
"We want to provide our customers with the best television
viewing experience on every device, both in and out of the home,"
said Comcast Regional Senior Vice President Doug Guthrie. "This cloud-based technology
enables Comcast to deliver on that promise, and gives customers a
more personalized viewing experience."
To deliver these new features to Xfinity TV customers, Comcast
has launched an Xfinity TV app for iOS and Android tablets and
smartphones, and a dedicated portal for viewing on computers. To
live stream their TV lineups or watch DVR and On Demand programming
while on tablets or smartphones in their homes, customers can
simply download the Xfinity TV app from the App Store, open the app
and sign-in with their Xfinity TV credentials. Customers can then
browse their channel lineup in the "Guide," access thousands of
free movies and TV shows via Xfinity On Demand, or scan available
recordings for download in the "Saved" menu. On laptops and
computers, customers can sign-in through the Xfinity TV site to
access their X1 guides and DVR recordings. For more information,
customers can visit the Xfinity support page
on www.comcast.com.
Comcast plans to roll these features out to additional markets
throughout the year.
About Comcast Cable:
Comcast Cable is the nation's
largest video, high-speed Internet and phone provider to
residential customers under the XFINITY brand and also provides
these services to businesses. Comcast has invested in
technology to build an advanced network that delivers among the
fastest broadband speeds, and brings customers personalized video,
communications and home management offerings. Comcast
Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA, CMCSK) is a global media and technology
company. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more
information.
SOURCE Comcast Cable