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Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 11:29 PM

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Xfinity charging for INSP

I just received an email from INSP that Xfinity is going to charge $10 for INSP even though INSP doesn’t charge Xfinity for their programming. I don’t want that to happen. Why would Xfinity do that?

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user_ldfphb

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2 years ago

[Edited: "Inflammatory"]. So before they remove it they will try charging $10 a month to bring up

the margin since it has an enthusiastic small core audience. Pure and simple.

Luckily there are many ways to watch Gunsmoke and Rawhide.

Thanks but no thanks. you made your business decision and I will make mine. 

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user_ldfphb

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@billmich88888​ dude you have sent out 833 messages. You work for xfinity. It’s obvious. Either that or you need a job. This channel has a small core audience. Not big enough to charge big advertising dollars because it reaches 70 yr olds. So your manager thinks ‘hmmm core audience. Maybe they will pay us $10 a month for shows they can get in other ways? We need to get that margin up.  $10 a month plus advertising…hmmmm’ 

cheers

2 years ago

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user_ldfphb

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That’s sweet. Getting teary eyed. Say hi to Xfinity management. 

2 years ago

user_ldfphb

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2 years ago

Charging for INSP is simply a result of the content. Westerns like gunsmoke and Rio bravo attract an older white demographic. Prob 60+. Think Fox News. This makes it difficult to sell advertising on the channel. That’s why you see a lot of 1-800 advertisers. This means the profitability is a lot lower than other channels. So. 

it has a core audience however. Xfinity is betting you will pay $10 a month for it thereby making up the difference. 

I am not angry. It’s business. I am just moving on to where I can receive it without paying $10 a month extra. That’s my business decision. Everyone needs to make money. 

cheers and good luck. 

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SammyFL

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If you think the only people that watch Fox News are "white people 60+" then you obviously don't know who is watching Fox News. I know A LOT of people in their 30s-50s, that are of every race/ethnic background that watch Fox News.

TCM Turner Classic Movies was pushed into the Sport and Entertainment Package a few years ago. Yes, they so alot of "classic" films but also many popular films and have a wide audience range, not just 60+.

2 years ago

user_ldfphb

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Sorry dude. 

The median age of a prime-time viewer was 68 as of 2015. A 2019 Pew Research Center survey showed that among those who named Fox News as their main source for political news, 69% are aged 50 or older. According to a 2013 Gallup poll, 94% of Fox viewers "either identify as or lean Republican". So. There it is. 

2 years ago

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user_ldfphb

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Dude. I am not leaving Xfinity just not paying them $10 to watch reruns. 

you are being verrrry undude. 

2 years ago

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user_7lix1p

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[Edited: "Inflammatory/Personal Information"]

2 years ago

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user_cougci

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2 years ago

Now that you took INSP from our package, what are you replacing it with?  If you are not replacing it then my bill should go down

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user_a2742b

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2 years ago

Dish TV it is. INSP move by xfinity is just awful move.....

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user_724a16

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2 years ago

I only went with Xfinity because INSP was in their lineup I have a 91-year-old mother and that is the only station out of the 140 something stations I pay for that she watches I have all of my phones TV Internet with Xfinity I am now looking for a new provider. There is no way I'm going to pay more than I am already paying, but this is a necessary channel in my lineup. 

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user_20fsfk

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2 years ago

Hate that you have to pay for another package and not use any other channels with that package because I don't want the sports

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XfinityBrianH

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Can I ask that you reach out privately, so we can cover the details of your account. You can start by clicking the chat icon located in the top right corner of your forums page when signed in. Once there, you can direct your messages to "Xfinity Support." Please add your full name and service address to help us locate your account. Let me know if you have any questions.

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2 years ago

user_g37tzw

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2 years ago

why was insp channel taken off my channel, so you can make more money to make us pay for it when it was part of my package channels????

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user_4h0y6f

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2 years ago

Xfinity Corp. To now charge current customers for the INSP channel is ridiculous and unacceptable!! This channel is for your older generation, and to add it to a package now is just crazy!! The new generations do not watch old westerns, they know nothing about Marshal Dillion, Ms.Kitty, Festus, Doc, the wagon train, the McCains. Micah or the ponderosa!! We want our FREE INSP channel back, or some of us will find other ways to watch it for FREE, if it means cutting the xfinity cable cord, and getting our children or grandchildren to show us how to install and watch it on a  fire stick!! Most of us are retired now, and are on a fixed income, but yet you want to charge us to watch old tv western shows!! You are a multi-billion dollar company that can afford to keep the INSP channel free!! YOU ALREADY OVERCHARGE YOUR CUSTOMERS ANYWAY!! Not to mention, you are not the only cable company in town!! Verizon and T-mobile are offering  deals at this time, which could also another option for some of us to consider!!👀👀👀👀

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user_4h0y6f

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Well your children are young folks with good taste in television shows!! If we already had the channel included in our package, then same should still be available to us!! Older people just like everyone else should get the service that we paid, and signed a contract for!! I am not hiding from you or anyone else!! You responded to my comment, and don’t agree with it so move on!! 

2 years ago

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user_e0hpp9

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2 years ago

I have the 185+ Ultimate TV package and it is supposed to include INSP, but that channel is now saying I need a subscription. But when I go on the app, it says it's included. Help!

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CCJessie1

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@user_e0hpp9 

The INSP channel has been moved to our More Sports & Entertainment package. If you are subscribed to that package then you will notice the channel is available to you watch via your Xfinity television box or Xfinity Stream app/website. You can find all the channels that are currently available to you via your television packages, found here.

If you are currently subscribed you can simply say "INSP" into your voice remote to tune into that channel directly. If you would like to add the More Sports & Entertainment package to your current television package you can do so here. 

2 years ago

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user_g7j25z

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2 years ago

Why on earth would Xfinity put INSP with a sports package. They are 2 different things westerns and sports. More expensive package too. As if we don't pay enough already. Certain shows you can't get on demand. Tried it. It would be nice for once to focus on the elderly who like watching that programming. What about those on a fixed budget.

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Larkat519

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2 years ago

My INSP channel resumed this weekend.  But now it’s off again and says I need a subscription.  I don’t need extra charges to go with extra sports channels in order to get it.  I’m a senior & can’t afford it.  I’m angry!!

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XfinityAnthonyT

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Hey there @Larkat519 I apologize for any frustration. I just want to make sure I understand this correctly. What channel are you wanting to watch?

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2 years ago

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Larkat519

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I’m trying to watch INSP or channel 223.  It returned this weekend, but now it’s back to saying that it’s a subscription channel.  Why is a channel with western shows in the same group as sports?  I don’t need the sports channels.  I’m a senior & retired.  Please bring back the INSP channel 

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XfinityThomasC

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Thank you for the clarification @Larkat519! The INSP channel moved to the More Sports & Entertainment Package for most areas. We regularly evaluate our channel lineups and sometimes make changes to ensure we're offering a wide variety of content at the best value. As part of those regular reviews, we decided to move INSP to these packages. The good news is that you can still watch similar programming without changing your TV package. By saying “Westerns” into your Xfinity Voice Remote or searching for “Westerns” On Demand, you can find a wide variety of content at your fingertips.

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2 years ago

XfinityBenjaminM

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@billmich88888 Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us here on our Community Forum, and we do appreciate you being an active participant in this thread. In regard to your question, our promotions and offers are designed to be at the lowest rate possible and are competitive with other providers. There may be an opportunity for a senior citizen discount, but it is only available in limited areas and would only apply to TV services. It's also important to note that if you are receiving a promotional rate for your services, the discount will not apply. If you would like to discuss your account privately, we would need you to send us a Direct Message to discuss this further. Here are instructions on how to send us a DM in case you need them:

 

 Click "Sign In" if necessary
  • Click the "Direct Message" icon (upper right corner of this page)
  • Click the "New message" (pencil and paper) icon
  • Type "Xfinity Support" in the to line and select "Xfinity Support" from the drop-down list
  • Type your message in the text area near the bottom of the window
 • Press Enter to send your message


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2 years ago

Jczuelke

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2 years ago

Why can’t I get my Gunsmoke channel anymore??

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user_9ag067

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2 years ago

Agent to talk about missing channel 

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user_wtda0c

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2 years ago

Are you kidding? Pay for it? I am paying too much already.  Time to shop around!

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user_dvgtal

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2 years ago

I had gone on vacation and came home tired and ready to relax. I turned to INSP the channel I watch 90% of the time and it was gone. I thought I paid the highest price for my cable and things keep going away which I had all channels. I’m truly upset with your decision to take away another channel that I enjoyed so much. Shame on you Xfinity for the removal of my favorite channel. I have been with you for many many years but now may have to look for a better provider. Truly saddened. 

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