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Ive called 3 times in the last month...I begged, pleaded, told them I'd switch to FIOS, begged some more, and wasn't offered a lower rate. I'll call back again tomorrow and try again. How long have you had the service? I was told new customers get a lower rate, which is the rate listed on Comcast's website. I do stream movies from time to time, but no gaming or anything, so I don't need super fast service. Thanks for your help.
Posted on: 3/19 22:11
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Cable only, no TV.
I have the most basic plan -- which is probably what our price difference amounts to. But, it's 3.2Mbps (400 KB/sec) download which is adequate for just about any internet application, including HD streaming. Call and see if there's a lower plan. It's probably not advertised on their website.
Posted on: 3/19 22:02
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jmiz, so you don't have cable at all? When I had cable and internet, I paid 50 for internet, but when I made it internet only, the price is 72. Sucks.
I read the Yelp reviews, I was hoping to hear from someone who uses Clear here in JC. Thanks though.
Posted on: 3/19 21:37
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$72 a month for just internet!?
Maybe I'm grandfathered in under an old plan, but I purchased my own modem ($50, paid for itself in less than a year) and have a $39.99 internet-only Comcast subscription. See if you can fake a cancel on Comcast, maybe they'll drop your plan down a bit to keep you on. Otherwise, check some Clear reviews on Yelp: http://www.yelp.com/biz/clear-internet-manhattan
Posted on: 3/19 21:29
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Does anyone use the $50 a month plan from Clear Internet? I need to save money, and am currently paying $72 a month for Comcast internet only which includes modem rental.
Thanks.
Posted on: 3/19 21:14
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Ha s anyone noticed that for the past few days, Comcast Channel 53 gives you free Cinemax movies instead of WLIW?
Posted on: 2012/11/25 7:45
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I assume you mean you cancelled cable and kept the broadband. If you have a recent TV with a built in digital tuner you don't need a converter for OTA, just an antenna. Reception is very good, but with Netflix et a,l my family almost never turns to OTA TV. The FCC has issued the following mandates for devices entering the US:[1][2][3] By July 1, 2005 all televisions with screen sizes over 36 inches (91 cm) must include a built-in ATSC DTV tuner By March 1, 2006 all televisions with screen sizes over 25 inches (64 cm) must include a built-in ATSC DTV tuner By March 1, 2007 all televisions regardless of screen size, and all interface devices that include a tuner (VCR, DVD player/recorder, DVR) must include a built-in ATSC DTV tuner.
Posted on: 2012/7/8 13:41
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Just canceled my comcast. i currently have apple TV along with Netflix and hulu plus. Any other suggestions?
Also, what do i need to get the local channels? I can buy an antenna correct? Do i need a digital converter as well?
Posted on: 2012/7/7 12:09
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Clearwire. NO NO NO! They are a total bait and switch company. Two years ago they offered a Rover "Puck" which gave users a pretty nice deal on a 3-4G pay-as-you-go internet service. The "Puck" itself costed near $200. Then Clearwire decided to withdraw the pay-as-you-go and make the service a $40-60 monthly. I was stuck with a useless $200 brick from Clear. This company is the total armpit of tech. Do not do business with these fools.
Posted on: 2012/6/22 0:39
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I had Clearwire and they are simply terrible. Slow and constant outages. Plus they want a two year term.
I went with Fios for data only 15/5 and am paying $55/month. Because it is data only (internet) they do not add the junk fees and taxes you get with phone and TV. I couldnt be happier with Netflix, my Roku box and the speed which consistently tests out as advertised. I am no fan of Verizon, but they did get this one right.
Posted on: 2012/6/21 18:16
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So now, in June 2012, what are people paying for internet only service?
I am paying $20 a month for one year for Comcast internet only, this was the best deal I had seen from them and came in a direct mail they sent me. However, performance is dreadful, and I'd really like to go back to Fios, but the Verizon website is telling me $70 per month for their lowest service (15/5) internet only. Is it possioble to get better prices than that for Fios, if so how? Robin.
Posted on: 2012/6/21 1:03
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try clearwire
Posted on: 2011/11/27 2:21
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Verizon FIOS has been 100% reliable in the two years I've had it, but they'll force you into paying for TV too.
Posted on: 2011/11/26 20:31
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Hi--I searched but didn't see any posts about this, though I'm sure someone's asked before. Can you recommend a good, cheap, fast wireless internet provider for a transplant living near the Grove Street PATH? I don't need or want a phone or cable TV--just internet. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Posted on: 2011/11/26 20:09
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Internet only.
Fios TV/Phone/Internet is 99 plus taxes and fees such as 5.99 for a HD tv box, that said if you have just one tv, they are giving you a free DVR Don't know much about comcast tv since they don't have the channels I want. Quote:
Posted on: 2011/11/16 0:12
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sepecat: Are those prices for INTERNET only or do those prices include cable tv as well?
Posted on: 2011/11/15 20:28
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Its for new customers. Comcast claims speeds up to 20 mbps with Powerboost, upload being 5mbps.
Fios plans is 15/5 but most people can get 20/5 . Quote:
Posted on: 2011/11/15 18:24
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sepecat, The Comcast for new customers price you quoted, is that for Internet only and what speed? Thanks :)
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I guess we all have different experiences, but I have never had a problem with Direct TV. It worked during Irene. The screen get weird for 5 seconds then the picture came back on.
Posted on: 2011/11/15 16:32
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FYI Verizon has gone all Fios in my area.. You can't get DSL for around $20-25 or $40-45 anymore. The minimum Fios is $55.
You can get Comcast new customers for $29.99 for 6 months then $44.95
Posted on: 2011/11/15 13:56
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I have FIOS and pay $130 a month for the bundled phone, internet and cable package. I have 3 boxes, DVR and HBO. I think I have a $10 discount because of work but other then that it is not a promotional rate.
I will admit Comcast was better overall but for $100 less a month I won't complain.
Posted on: 2011/11/15 12:23
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I have Verizon Fios (TV, phone & internet) and pay 138.00. I have 3 TVs with basic service
Posted on: 2011/11/15 12:06
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I just left Direct to return to Comcast. Both have VERY similar prices. DTV recently teamed up with Fios' internet so you can get a bundle for net and TV, but if you want all channels and a decent internet speed you're paying pretty much the same price - only difference, with DTV you wont be able to watch anything in the rain, snow, and on most cloudy days.
For the bundle question, everything seemed to be much more expensive without the bundle. I even got a land line from comcast because it was actually cheaper to be in the "triple play" than to just have TV and internet.
Posted on: 2011/11/15 12:02
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I'm trying to lower my bills and wonder if anyone has found a cheaper alternative to Comcast, such as Direct TV or Dish Network. Right now I have the bundle (TV, phone, internet) and pay over $200 per month. I wouldn't mind unbundling to save some dough. Any ideas or experiences out there?
Posted on: 2011/11/15 11:29
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I've been cutting the cord on a few things. I pay for basic digital cable through Comcast, along with their high-speed internet service and a DVR for $16/month that I'd like to keep. The Comcast bill works out at under $100/month. Given the services want, it's going to be hard to lower that bill - and I dont think alternatives would help.
The cheapest VoIP service seems to be Obitalk with Google talk. The $50 one-time cost gets you a basic free phone service comparable to Vonage/Skype. http://obihai.com/ Digital Starter 10/20 - 11/19 29.99 6 Month Promotion Includes: Limited Basic 1 Digital Converter @ $2.75 1 Remote Control @ $.20 Your promotion ends on 12/19/11 Digital Video 10/20 - 11/19 15.95 Recorder HDTV Capable Digital Adapter Service 10/20 - 11/19 0.00 Additional Outlet 2 @$0.00 each Total XFINITY TV $45.94 XFINITY Internet Performance 10/20 - 11/19 45.95 Customer Owned 10/20 - 11/19 0.00 Modem Total XFINITY Internet $45.95 Taxes, Surcharges & Fees TV Local Franchise 10/20 - 11/19 1.61 Fee NJ Sales Tax 10/20 - 11/19 0.28 How to reach us… Customer Service - 24 hours, 7 days a week (201) 432-1234 1-800-COMCAST or 1-800-266-2278 Send all correspondences to: Comcast, P.O. Box 1809, Union, NJ 07083-1809 Your Community ID Number is NJ0558 Closed Captioning Customers: For assistance call (800)266-2278 or go online for email or live chat at www.comcast.com/support . For written concerns contact: N.W. Patel, Comcast Closed Captioning Office, 1701 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Phila., PA 19103-2838, email: Closed_Captioning@Comcast.com fax:(215) 286-4700 or leave a message on our closed captioning line (215) 286-8000. Taxes, Surcharges & Fees, cont. State Treasury 10/20 - 11/19 0.23 Fee State Monthly 10/20 - 11/19 0.09 Assessment FCC Regulatory 10/20 - 11/19 0.07 Fee Internet State Monthly 10/20 - 11/19 0.07 Assessment Total Taxes, Surcharges & Fees $2.
Posted on: 2011/11/2 21:42
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whiteboy19, what do you think of verizon DSL's speed? what's the quality of the streaming from netflix? i would gladly pay $31 for verizon DSL instead of almost $70 for cable internet from comcast if they're comparable.
Posted on: 2011/11/2 18:44
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As a reminder, one can get triple play in some ol' europe countries for 30 euros... I just have comcast for internet + roku netflix, I use google voice to call there on my cell, and sometime the viber app for free text/voice between wherever on the world. If Comcast DARE to increase my rate which is currently at $60, ciao Comcast. Most of the popular tv shows ends up on either hulu or the original tv channel websites nowdays (see abc app on the ipdad) and are filled with adds. No need to double pay folks.
Posted on: 2011/10/26 19:32
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I have verizon D.S.L. .there are 2 speeds .I have the fast one .its 31 dollars a month . also I have no cable .People have been brainwashed into paying a lot for cable .you dont need it.Instead i have netflix ''streaming only''another 8 bucks a month. I realize all the movies are not the new ones but there are thouisands of movies you can watch,you would not believe the variety.I connect my laptop to my flat screen and Im good . if you have so much time on your hands that you need cable you are not living properly. and there is not really a lot on cable anyway unless you pay more a.k.a. pay per view.total less than 40 a month . another ripoff is the bundled ''triple play'' in which you have to pay for a house phone. Who has or needs a housephone? if you make long distance calls get skype its very economical and you only pay for what you use. verizon DSL,netflix streaming, and skype is the ticket believe me im real cheap
Posted on: 2011/10/26 14:06
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$67 ouch ! Is Comcast trying to commit business suicide ? FIOS is only around $30 a month. I guess living in a digital world cost money... lots of it. We all tasted then drank the koolaid.
Posted on: 2011/10/26 11:12
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has anyone noticed that comcast's internet prices just went UP again? i've been paying $52.57/month for just cable internet, which is bad enough, and i just got my bill for november and it's now up to $67.55! absolutely ridiculous. i'm going to call and complain ASAP. i wish i had another option for internet service, but the only other service available in my area is verizon DSL which i'm not interested in.
Posted on: 2011/10/26 8:01
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