What does the Xfinity Stream include?
This article seeks to answer a simple question: What is included in Xfinity Stream?
Xfinity Stream is an online streaming platform developed by Comcast which provides its Xfinity internet subscribers with the live, on-demand, and DVR recorded content of television programs and films. Xfinity Stream is an internet-based streaming platform, which means it does not use cable boxes to deliver content and you can watch programs on different devices whether at home or not. However, what constitutes a subscription and what is it that people are paying for?
Here's a breakdown of everything you get with Xfinity Stream:
Live TV It is a feature that enables Xfinity TV Packages subscribers to have access to the live streams of the channels acquired from the package. This concerns the top broadcast networks including ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, and PBS, the popular cable networks including ESPN, MTV, Discovery, Nickelodeon, and the list goes on. What specific channels will air the programs is again dependent on the specific TV bundle that you have with Xfinity. You can get a package very similar to the basic package but with all the major local broadcast stations or you can upgrade to what is referred to as the Extra or Preferred package which includes 140+ extra channels. This is possible if you have the channel included in your TV plan – you can watch a live stream of that channel via Xfinity Stream app or online portal. This makes it possible to follow through incidences such as sporting activities, award ceremonies and even breaking news all from the comfort of a distance.
On Demand Content Apart from streaming live television, an Xfinity Stream subscription also allows for streaming of on-demand content making it possible for a customer to access thousands of tv shows and movies. This consists of thousands of movies, TV episodes, specials and kids programs and everything else which one would like to watch at his/her own time. Extra expense is mostly not required in streaming on demand titles. Most shows air on Xfinity at a specific time, but if you ever missed a show and were unable to tune in to the live feed, there is usually a chance the show will be a part of the On Demand library and can be watched at a more convenient time.
Cloud DVR Along with streaming services, Xfinity Stream subscriptions offer cloud DVR storage to record and subsequently save shows. Cloud DVR functionality built-in means you have the ability to program your DVR for programs or series that you wish to watch but aren’t available live, freeing up your set-top box for other uses; these recordings are stored remotely rather than on a set-top box in your home, and can be accessed via the Xfinity Stream app on any device. Local cloud DVR storage differs depending on the offering but allows for approximately 20 hours of content storage based on your TV service. In some cases, upgrades can increase storage beyond the initial offering or package size provided.
Multiple Device Streaming A significant advantage of the Xfinity Stream is that it can be used on a variety of compatible devices at home and outside. Currently, the Xfinity Stream is available for the iOS and Android mobile devices and for the users of Roku streaming players, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV (4th generation and later), Samsung smart TVs, and other devices. Xfinity Stream can also be used on any PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone, when you sign in to the site Xfinity. com. Every account also enables the streaming of the content on a maximum of three devices at a given time. Therefore, several members of the family can watch different programs at one and the same time from any desired location.
Out-of-Home Streaming While the old-school cable TV only allows streaming to the television sets within the confines of a home, Xfinity Stream has out-of-home rights. As a streaming video application that is accessible through the high speed internet, you can log in to the Xfinity Stream app and view all the live, recorded, and on-demand content any time and from any place with an Internet connection. This encompasses public access and mobility networks such as WiFi, cellular data, hotels, vacation homes and others. The only drawback here is the streaming capabilities when one is outside the United States, apart from that the user has full liberty to watch Xfinity TV from any location that their device is connected to the internet.
Optional Add-Ons In addition to the base content included with Xfinity Stream based on your TV subscription package, there are several add-ons you can choose from for an upgraded experience:In addition to the base content included with Xfinity Stream based on your TV subscription package, there are several add-ons you can choose from for an upgraded experience:
- More Cloud DVR Storage: Note that the device comes with 20 hours of recording, so you can get extra memory for more storage. Choices include overall warehousing time between 50 hrs and 250 hrs.
- Premium Channels: Get to watch premium cable movies stations such as HBO, Showtime and Cimemax among others. These offer you additional on demand titles and live streams than are included in the base packages.
- Sports & Entertainment Packages: Upgrade to get specialty channels with the content that might interest you, such as regional sports networks, international channels, entertainment gossip shows, and others.
- 4K-Enabled Devices: For high quality, some Xfinity Stream devices and TV boxes that can support 4K and HDR are to be enabled on 4K sets.
Ease of Use In terms of the goals that Comcast set for the creation of Xfinity Stream, one of the primary focuses was on making the path to entertainment as seamless as possible. The main interface of the Xfinity Stream has appealing graphics that accompany discovery options to minimize the efforts to find something to watch. The profile feature is very useful as it enables each family member to have their preferred shows and movies recommended to them. Voice enabled remote controls and virtual assistants allow browsing and content search through voice prompts. Those less experienced with streaming devices, Xfinity Stream is designed for subscribers to be as close to cable TV experience as possible.
To sum up, an Xfinity Stream subscription allows one to use the Internet for watching almost all items available with the regular Xfinity TV service. This encompasses live streams of channels that you have subscribed to, an array of on-demand content, cloud DVR for recordings, streaming across multiple devices at home and outside; in addition to a seamless experience. There are add-ons but, they are not essential in order to get a comprehensive service in streaming TV.
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