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Comcast Debuts Xfinity Large Button Voice Remote, an Innovative New Product Created for People With Disabilities

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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Comcast today launched the industrys first Large Button Voice Remote, a groundbreaking innovation designed for users with mobility, dexterity, or vision impairments.

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  • Comcast today launched the industrys first Large Button Voice Remote, a groundbreaking innovation designed for users with mobility, dexterity, or vision impairments.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116005227/en/
    COMCAST DEBUTS XFINITY LARGE BUTTON VOICE REMOTE (Photo: Business Wire)
    For more than 60 years, Comcast has pioneered advancements in entertainment and connectivity and delivered industry-shaping experiences to customers, says Fraser Stirling, Global Chief Product Officer at Comcast.
  • Thats why Comcasts design team worked side-by-side with the disability community to test and refine the creation of its new Large Button Voice Remote.
  • Locating and navigating the Large Button Voice Remote is easier than ever, thanks to its large backlit buttons and high contrast colors.

Parks Associates: Adoption of DIY Systems Constituted 50% of All Security System Sales in the Past Year

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Thursday, March 24, 2022
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DALLAS, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New Parks Associates consumer research announced today at ISC West reveals that 50% of all security system sales in the past year were DIY solutions. The firm's Residential Security Tracker notes that systems with professional installation continue to hold about 50% of the marketplace, but if consumer intentions hold, DIY systems will soon constitute the majority of the market. The firm's 4Q 2021 update assesses the residential security market, including new trends and the impact of new, advanced, and DIY security solutions to expand the market.

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  • Residential Security Tracker, announced during ISC West, highlights current landscape of residential security market, including adoption of DIY solutions
    DALLAS, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --New Parks Associates consumer research announced today at ISC West reveals that 50% of all security system sales in the past year were DIY solutions.
  • The firm's4Q 2021 update assesses the residential security market, including new trends and the impact of new, advanced, and DIY security solutions to expand the market.
  • "DIY providers offer multiple smart home devices to accompany their systems, including cameras, smart thermostats, and smart lighting options," said Jennifer Kent , Vice President, Research, Parks Associates.
  • Security system owning households strongly over-index on solar ownership, with 17% of all security system owning households reporting that they also own solar PV panels.

DGAP-News: Comcast Offering Free and Discounted Internet Through Affordable Connectivity Program

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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Comcast in the Twin Cities is offering free and discounted Internet options through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).

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  • Comcast in the Twin Cities is offering free and discounted Internet options through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
  • Customers who qualify can apply ACP credits to any tier of Xfinity Internet, including Internet Essentials .
  • 'The Affordable Connectivity Program is a once in a lifetime opportunity that Comcast is proud to be participating in and offer to any of our customers who qualify so they can benefit from the connectivity needed to function in today's world.'
  • Internet Essentials customers can use their $30/month ACP discount to pay for both Xfinity Internet and Xfinity Mobile service.

DGAP-News: NEW XFINITY REWARDS PROGRAM UNLOCKS A WORLD OF UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES, EARLY ACCESS TO THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES, AND SPECIAL PERKS AND DISCOUNTS FOR XFINITY CUSTOMERS

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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NEW XFINITY REWARDS PROGRAM UNLOCKS A WORLD OF UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES, EARLY ACCESS TO THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES, AND SPECIAL PERKS AND DISCOUNTS FOR XFINITY CUSTOMERS

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  • NEW XFINITY REWARDS PROGRAM UNLOCKS A WORLD OF UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES, EARLY ACCESS TO THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES, AND SPECIAL PERKS AND DISCOUNTS FOR XFINITY CUSTOMERS
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  • Comcast today announced the launch of Xfinity Rewards, a rewards program for all customers across the country.
  • 'The entire Xfinity Rewards experience has been shaped and inspired by our customers.
  • Xfinity Rewards is all about unlocking unforgettable experiences - and what better place to start than right at home.

QualTek Names New Independent Board Appointees to its Board of Directors

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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QualTek previously appointed Jigisha Desai and Sam Chawla as independent board members.

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  • QualTek previously appointed Jigisha Desai and Sam Chawla as independent board members.
  • "We are pleased tohave Jigisha, Sam and Dan as independent directors to QualTek's board during this exciting time for the company," said QualTek CEO Scott Hisey.
  • Jigisha Desai has been a member of the Board of Directors of QualTek since February 2022.
  • Sam Chawla has been a member of the Board of Directors of ROCR since April 2021.

Comcast Business Announces Two-Year, $26 Million Investment to Expand High-Performance Broadband Network in Greater Philadelphia, New Jersey

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Monday, September 27, 2021
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The two-year build-out includes $10.3 million invested in 2020 and an additional $15.7 million in projects underway or planned for 2021.

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  • The two-year build-out includes $10.3 million invested in 2020 and an additional $15.7 million in projects underway or planned for 2021.
  • Upon completion, Comcast Business will have invested a total of nearly $100 million in area network expansions since 2015, to the benefit of nearly 24,000 businesses.
  • "Comcast's investment in the region will strengthen our business community and create new opportunities by supporting workforce development and benefiting overall economic expansion."
  • This includes fast business WiFi for employees and guests, cybersecurity solutions, 4G LTE backup, business TV and more.