Max buffering issue

@XfinityBillie​ 

I am using the X1 DVR for all cable and streaming services. 
Since I don’t control the X1 DVR updates how can I check the MAX App is up to date?

i thought the DVR had its own modem and yes it is restarting every morning. 
Do I need to restart my Xfinity gateway I use for WiFi?

What steps do I need to take in the Xfinity App?

Thanks!

Thank you for clarifying that you are using the X1 platform to access the MAX app. The DVR does not have it's own modem, it works together with your in home Wi-FI. To troubleshoot in the Xfinity app you would want to select the Service tile at the bottom of the screen in the app. Then you would want to select Troubleshoot TV issues and follow the prompts. It's so easy to troubleshoot services directly from the app and will usually resolve any service issues you are experiencing. 

@XfinityBillie​ Thank you and I’ll try they approach. 

Great @TigerJr! Do you have any other questions our Communities team can help with today?

@XfinityBillie​ I tried the troubleshooting and it did not fix MAX buffering issue even when viewing only HD content. Please see above that I have plenty of download bandwidth while having these MAX buffering issues. 
All other streaming services (Netflix, Apple+, Prime, Disney and Paramount) viewing 4K content without any buffering. 
So there is something specifically wrong with MAX only. 
Don’t know if it’s a version issue or their content server. 

Hi @user_3an720 Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us here on our Xfinity Forums. I can understand the frustration if MAX is buffering. How are you accessing the MAX app, through a smart TV or cable box? 

@XfinityShawn​ it only happens on MAX while watching West Wing in HD. 
all my other streaming services like Netflix, Disney, Apple TV and Prime where I watch 4K I have no buffering. 
why is this happening on MAX only?

Hello @TigerJr, Thanks so much for taking a moment out of your day to leave a comment on our community forum and we would be happy to help. If you could send our team a direct message with your full name, the name listed on the account (if different), and the service address associated with your account, I'd be more than happy to look into this for you. To send a Direct Message, please click on the chat icon in the top-right corner of the screen, next to the bell icon, and then type or select "Xfinity Support" to initiate a direct message.

I’ve been encountering the same exact issue when using the max app via the Xfinity box for 2+ years. Doesn’t happen with any other app, just the Max app. I can use the Max app on my phone & there are no issues. Only occurs eve try single time when attempting to use the via the Xfinity box 

Hello user_6r8n0t, how long have you had the current boxes? We can check to see if you are due for an upgrade. This may help resolve the issue.

HI there, challer1! We are happy to further assist you with the HBO Max app. Are you watching the app through a TV box or another device? Has this been going on for a while now or did it just begin? Have you tried any troubleshooting steps?