Xfinity
Coverage of Xfinity in the Nexus archive.
- Internet service scam
A user mistakenly contacted a scammer posing as their ISP after a Google search for outage assistance, resulting in the provision of personal information like their SSN and address. The scammer claimed to offer a lower-cost 'partner ISP' service, but the user's actual ISP denied any partnership. Despite no financial loss or new accounts detected, the user remains concerned about potential fraud.
- US - Scammers posing as Xfinity intercepted my dad's phone upgrade using exact account details
A father was scammed after a fraudster posed as Xfinity, using accurate account details to convince him to return a newly purchased phone and tablet. The scammer provided precise information about the devices and delivery address, leading to the items being stolen. Xfinity confirmed the scam, but the victim must still pay over $1,000 for the phone and faces limited recourse.
- [US] Xfinity Email Spam - Heads up + I need reassurance
A user fell victim to a phishing scam impersonating Xfinity, providing login credentials and payment information after clicking a spoofed link. They have since contacted their bank, changed passwords, and locked their card, but remain anxious about potential further security breaches.
- Fatal motorcycle crash closes northbound Santa Fe to westbound Hwy. 285
A fatal motorcycle crash occurred at northbound Santa Fe Drive and westbound Highway 285 Wednesday morning, causing lane closures and intersection shutdowns. The crash involved a motorcycle rear-ending an Xfinity work truck around 6:08 a.m., prompting extended cleanup and investigation by Sheridan police.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two publicly-traded companies: one focusing on media (including NBCUniversal and Sky) and another on broadband and wireless services. The split aims to allow each business to pursue growth independently, with completion expected in about a year pending approvals. Executives stated the move is not a step toward potential strategic transactions.
- Comcast says service restored after widespread outage
Comcast restored its service on Monday after an earlier outage that affected Xfinity customers nationwide. The outage occurred earlier in the day and was resolved by the company.
- Users report nationwide Comcast Xfinity outage
An apparent Comcast outage affected Xfinity customers nationwide on Monday afternoon. Users reported the nationwide service disruption.
- Users report nationwide Comcast Xfinity outage
An apparent Comcast outage affected Xfinity customers nationwide on Monday afternoon. Users reported the issue across the country.