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Can a Roku replace a Cable Box for Comcast? Do you need to have comcast Internet or any internet?
Can a Roku replace a Cable Box for Comcast? Do you need to have comcast Internet or would any internet fast enough work?
Right now I have ATT Fiber but still have comcast for TV only.
Would the Roku work to replace my cable box?
Thanks.
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Re: Can a Roku replace a Cable Box for Comcast? Do you need to have comcast Internet or any internet
There’s an app here:
https://channelstore.roku.com/details/86ee0b6bbd22c617aadd88216f2381d7/xfinity-stream
However, this Xfinity page does say: “You can’t use the Xfinity Stream app on Roku prior to installation of your Xfinity Internet and Xfinity TV services.”
https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/activate-xfinity-tv-app-on-roku
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Re: Can a Roku replace a Cable Box for Comcast? Do you need to have comcast Internet or any internet
I wonder if they just assumed you are using them for internet or if it mandates it.
Its like you look up a recipe that involves a particular brand. The recipe still works if you put in the ingredients from other brands however they want you to use their own.
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Re: Can a Roku replace a Cable Box for Comcast? Do you need to have comcast Internet or any internet
If you pay Xfinity for TV, you can download Xfinity Stream on Roku. I did away with my 2nd cable box that way
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Re: Can a Roku replace a Cable Box for Comcast? Do you need to have comcast Internet or any internet
@miogpsrocksWhen you ask if a streaming device can replace a cable box, you need to understand they are NOT one in the same. A cable box provides access to LIVE TV channels; a streaming device can ONLY access streaming channels of which many offer Live TV (YouTube, Peacock, etc). The other replies refer to the Xfinity app which can be installed on a Roku. If you have ATT Fiber, you can purchase the Roku player and gain access to thousands of STREAMING channels of which the premium types require a subscription though there are tons that are free like Tubi, Vudu etc..Hope that helps
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