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2020
Sling TV app launches on Xfinity Flex
Comcast launched an app for Dish Network’s Sling TV service on the Xfinity Flex device for broadband-only customers.
2020
Supreme Court denies Comcast appeal in TiVo patent dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review Comcast’s appeal of a federal court ruling that upheld an International Trade Commission ban on importing Comcast X1 set-top boxes found to infringe two TiVo patents. The article reports that the patents at issue in this ruling had expired.
2020
Comcast announces new Xfinity store in Salem
Comcast announced that a new Xfinity Store in Salem, Oregon, would open Thursday, June 11, replacing the existing store one mile away.
2020
Comcast announces $100-million social justice plan
Comcast announced a $100-million plan to support social justice and equality, including cash, advertising inventory, grants, and other initiatives.
2020
Comcast pledges $100 million for a multiyear social justice plan
Comcast announced a $100 million commitment—$75 million in cash and $25 million in media, distributed over three years—for a multiyear plan focused on social justice, employees, awareness and education, digital equity, and small businesses.
2020
Peacock launches an early preview for Xfinity customers
Comcast launched an early preview of NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service for Xfinity X1 and Flex customers in North America; the article says the national launch would follow on July 15.
2020
Comcast launches Peacock free preview for Xfinity customers
Comcast launched a free preview of NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service for millions of Xfinity X1 and Flex customers nationwide.
2020
Comcast commits $500 million to support employees affected by shutdowns
Comcast committed $500 million for pay and benefits for employees whose operations had been paused or affected during coronavirus quarantines.
2020
Comcast announces temporary free connectivity measures
Comcast announced temporary connectivity measures during the coronavirus outbreak, including unlimited data at no additional charge, free access to Xfinity WiFi hotspots, and 60 days of complimentary Internet Essentials service for eligible new low-income customers.
2020
Comcast announces acquisition of Xumo
Comcast announced that it had acquired Xumo, an over-the-top streaming service. The financial terms were not disclosed, and Xumo was to continue operating as an independent business inside Comcast Cable.
2020
Xfinity opens store in Kent
Comcast opened a new Xfinity Branded Partner store in Kent, Washington, offering Comcast consumer products and services.
2020
Comcast opens retail center in Lauderhill
Comcast opened a 2,800-square-foot retail center in Lauderhill, its 14th in the tricounty region. Customers can pay bills, get account-related help, return equipment and pick up new gear there.
2020
Marquee TV launches on Comcast X1
Arts-themed streaming service Marquee TV launched on Comcast’s X1 platform.
2020
EU fines NBCUniversal over merchandise sales restrictions
EU authorities fined NBCUniversal and other companies owned by parent Comcast Corp. €14.3 million for what the EU described as anti-competitive licensing and distribution practices restricting cross-border sales of licensed film merchandise.
2020
Comcast acquired Blueface
Comcast announced that it had acquired Dublin-based communications technology provider Blueface for an undisclosed sum. Blueface would become an integral business unit within Comcast Business.
2020
NBCUniversal announces Peacock streaming service launch dates
Comcast and NBCUniversal announced that their Peacock streaming service would launch April 15 for Comcast Xfinity TV and Flex broadband customers and debut nationally July 15. The service's announced pricing included a free ad-supported option and paid Premium plans for non-Comcast customers.
2020
Peacock announces bundled distribution deals with Cox and Comcast
Peacock announced bundled distribution deals with Cox and Comcast, which the announcement said would bring the service to more than 24 million initial subscribers.
2020
Comcast settles Minnesota consumer lawsuit
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison settled a lawsuit against Comcast alleging that it hid true prices and misled customers. Under the settlement, Comcast will provide $1.14 million in refunds plus an undisclosed amount of debt relief, and its advertisements must reveal all service charges. Comcast said it disagreed with the allegations.
2019
Comcast and NuEyes partner to bring Xfinity Stream to smartglasses
Comcast announced a partnership with NuEyes to make the Xfinity Stream viewing experience available through NuEyes smartglasses and VR magnifying devices for visually impaired customers. Xfinity Stream was available on the NuEyes e2 device and pre-installed.
2019
Comcast launches ASL Now
Comcast announced the launch of ASL Now, an American Sign Language support service for customers with hearing loss, developed in collaboration with ComcastConnect Direct.