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What is the best device to stream Xfinity on a TV?
In talking to Xfinity, they suggested I use the streaming app on a TV to avoid some of the cable boxes we have. There is one TV we don't use that much so I might consider this, but the builtin Roku on the TV was pretty slow and I miss having the numbers to type in the channels. Does anyone recommend a better option (a Roku or Firestick or something) instead of the builtin TV app, especially one that might have numbers on the remote? Have you found it as fast or almost as fast as the actual cable box?
DreamSayerZ
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@D-man Unfortunately, none of the streaming devices come with a number pad. Even most TV's now do not. They expect you to use the navigation pad and up/down arrows. Nowadays, only cable and satellite subscriptions with boxes come with remotes with number keys. The best solution is to favorite some of your most watched channels. That list will be much shorter to view than the full guide.
It's unfortunate the built in Roku is slow on your TV. I would check that the TV is updated with all patches and updates. The support forums of your TV mfr might have some advice/tips. However, a Roku device connected directly to HDMI on your TV would provide a much faster experience.
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