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Xfinity 4k - XG1v4 Cable Box Availability
Called Xfinity and asked about the availability of XG1v4 cable boxes at my location (WA state), which has the capability to stream 4k content through Netflix. Was assured, with repeated confirmations, that they were available to the local service store, would just have to bring in my existing cable box and exchange it. Bought a nice LG OLED TV, upgraded my Netflix account to receive Ultra HD, and took my box down to the local service center for exchange, per customer service direction. You can probably guess what happened next - "sorry, we don't have any 4k boxes, don't know when we will". Anyone else been misled by the Xfinity garbage customer service? Went online to see what lies they convey on their website regarding this matter, and found this: https://www.xfinity.com/support/cable-tv/uhd-4k-faqs/ More misleading BS. Wanted to warn anyone else potentially in the same situation as myself not to believe anything you are told or read about the availability of XG1v4 boxes; go to your service center first to confirm.
JJash23
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briankeith79
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Hello,
I'm posting this to request a self-install kit for the XG1v4 or the latest 4K DVR to replace my Primary HD DVR.
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awilliams96
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First I noticed the 2017 post is locked and I can't PM because this is my first post so I didn't know what else to do apart from making my own.
I called to inquire about the XG1v4 and Xi6 because I own two 4k TVs and would like to avoid having to buy extra devices to get all of the content viewed in 4K if Comcast already has something that would resolve the issue. Unfortunately, the agent didn't have the option to send one and I was told I'd have to wait until I was mailed regarding an upgrade.
I read here that Comcast can send SIKs for at least the XG1v4 and I'd greatly appreciate it if someone could set that up and possibly the Xi6. If there's another way apart from waiting I'd be happy to learn that as well.
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Rustyben
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do you have a Comcast supplied gateway that supports MoCA? (look on back or front for 'MoCA' (LED location).
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Rustyben
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the official employees usually reply within 3 days. in some areas in older threads the xi6 required a professional (tech) install.
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awilliams96
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Yes, the XB3 to be precise.
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davemass
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Posting first time to get a XG1v4
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klacouture
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Posting to enable PM function.
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pfargo1621
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Would like to get a XG1v4 Box for use with a 4K TV.
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Houdini47
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Rustyben
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fastest way is to go to your local xfinity store.
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linnabean1
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How do I find out if it is available in my area?
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CCAndrew
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sdattilo
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posting for PM ability
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fishman23
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Visited the local office (104 Old Cardiff Ln - Harriman, TN 37748) today and was told they only get a handful of them in every few weeks.
Thanks
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