2021 Comcast Xfinity Set top box unboxing and review - Whats new in 2021?

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

We are new to Xfinity TV/Internet and so far the TV isn't too bad. I still prefer the DISH remote and interface better. The Xfinity remote is hard to use but I do like the previous remote they have with bigger buttons. They should have made the arrows on the new remote bigger and soft touch. Sadly, we are on the 800 Mbps plan but we can't get over 200 Mbps. We are having a 3rd technician come out which doesn't make sense.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Keep on them, heck I would even talk to customer service and see if they can give you a little credit on your account to make up for not getting the full speed.

[@wapperjaw8282]

I would not call this a review ... its simply an unboxing!

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

talk about features, personal feelings on hardware. Its a review. I dont cover programming as thats a package

[@Promise2u]

This video did help but I’m still having trouble with hooking up my wifi router to the cable box for my cable and internet

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

One trick is install a splitter before the cable goes to the cable box and feed that into the wifi router.

[@adriankap2978]

One last thing…this can also be a way to force ppl to buy 4k or 8k so Comcast can charge you more for going over the data usage cap. It’s all about money & greed.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

For short term possibly but long term it will be free to compete with AT&T and other providers.

[@villaruelpeterjames7084]

Xfinity has a rental gateway (Xfi complete) which allow you to have unlimited data.

[@miguelrosales1559]

If I grab 1 from ebay install at my rom du I have to pay extra a month for services?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Its codded from comcast for an account, not like a hacked direct tv box. Perhaps I don't understand but yes you have to play for xfinilty services to receive services unless a hacked box.

[@busbystandup1337]

I've paid for Xfinity internet for the past five years, I pay for 100mbps and it's never above 30mbps unless I call and complain, then it's around 100mbps for a day or 2, and back to 30. I've called about this no less than a dozen times over the past 2 years... and the last two times they scheduled a technician to come out where I had to be home for a 2-3 hour window, and both times the technician didn't show up, didn't call, didn't care. Comcast is the most awful atrocity of customer service on the planet.

[@robertrose3068]

You need to read how cable Internet works. You'll rarely get full speed. Unlike fiber which is a 1 to 1 connection and light speed, cable you share the main trunk line with your neighborhood. So it all depends on time of day, how many are using what, and even the weather. Fiber is buried

[@TuxxToys]

UPDATE: Aftering using this new box for a few days I switched back to my old box LOL. Its no faster, No new UI - Pass for me

[@mbforwood6926]

Is this 4k? What model number is this please..... Great video. Thank you!

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Yes, it is 4k but really dependent on the source video. The UI is not 4k, I was hoping for some uber crisp UI but no.

[@ralphyj]

XG2v2-P

[@gailedwards4267]

The box I just received has little holea all over the top it is scratched up on the bottom the remote is the same size as the previous remote I had which is like the one you showed in the video but a little bigger

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

remote is the same

[@robertjakicic5878]

I'm taking my old box in on Monday which didn't need to have a cable connected to the out source which is connected to my lg smart tv. So I would assume the new xfinity voice remote box can be connected the same way with the TV in cable only.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I like the Comcast DVR options and how there menu combines 3rd party servies like Disney+

[@steadyeddie7453]

I have Xfinity cable tv and Internet service. I have my own Internet modem to avoid the Xfinity rental fee. I pay Xfinity for one X1 set top box rental. I would like to purchase a third party Xfinity set top box and hook it up to a second tv to avoid another set top box rental charge. Does anyone know for sure if this will work? Or will Xfinity have the 3rd party purchased Xfinity X1 box locked out? Is there a way to get away from another set top box rental fee?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Comcast allows a different router but not a different comcast converter box. a generic box may work for a few channels at best - if at all.

[@kevinvoccia8715]

I received this box and a smaller version. Both badly beat up. Each had a heavily used remote. To be honest I have not a clue what to do with this box. I utilize TiVo’s which have cable cards. I also have a standard definition tv with a Motorola box. The newish box came with no instructions.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Lol funny. But in all seriousness just wait to my 4k comcsst cable box video coming up in the upcoming week. Preview box rattles

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Edit VERY not funny they sent you used items. Im sorry to hear that. They do mess up allot (thats the funny part). I ordered a new 4K converter and they sent me ...... Video coming in upcoming week.

[@riothero313]

This this is constantly on. If you turn it off with the button or the remote and come back it will be on again in a short amount of time.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I think most modern online electronics n to like to ever really be "off". Safe but is unplug and then you know it should be off.

[@riothero313]

@@TUXXREVIEWS Without the setting that shows the power indicator I'd never have known this thing turns itself on all the time.

[@liquidsunshineiam]

Anyone ever take notice of the way too soft buttons on the remote that make it frustrating to continuously change channels or cycle through deleting dozens of recordings. Not sharp snappy or responsive buttons and this is not an accident it’s meant to be annoying for some strange reason or they worried I’m would simply be designed for fast channel changing and they will not facilitate that in anyway at all… Poor quality remotes has always been there norm. The cable boxes are Way too sluggish to. We can go to Mars but changing the channel with the lane as box and remote technology is trying very trying…

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

The buttons that drive me crazy is those damn arrow left right up and down arrows. its not even a button... Its like clicking the mouse pad as a left click. yuck!

[@rboyce5]

Good video but I was hoping to learn what this box gives me that I cant get on my old X1 box. No other videos seems to have that answer either.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I was hoping there would be something new.... But (drumroll....) there really wasnt anything new. I was hoping for some great new crisp UI but no. I gave this one back to them and kept using my old one.

[@billcoughlin2241]

Can I get music from tv to bluetooth speakers. thanks

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

From TV? That would depend on tv

[@SBMPLYMA]

Q: The only Xfinity cable into the house is to my Netgear router. Will I serial connect the router to the X1 box? Thx.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I used a splitter before cable box but your method should work - I would double check with comcast to be sure.

[@sr71ablackbird]

that's odd, the box that my ma had got from them was different, and all of the buttons on the remote are illuminated

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I think thats the better older remote

[@Gtasplayer]

Idk why they would give you this box it’s just an outdated box with a new remote. The new box is the xg1v4a. It’s a gray slim box That looks like a router kind of. The box in this video is what they gave us 4 years ago

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

No idea. I didnt keep this box as it seemed like a downgrade.

[@jamesfitzsimmons381]

Thanks

[@burrito342-l1m]

I love how enthusiastic you are on all of your reviews! Liked and subbed!

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Thanks so much!

[@ashleywalker4795]

Is it better than spectrum or frontier

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I think yes

[@scottcharlton347]

BTW, is the box heavy?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Not really. Lighter than previous boxes

[@thetylerking1]

i have this. i thought i ordered the newer box. is this 4k

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Please check my other xfinity box videos. It took me several tries to get the right box.

[@TylerEubank]

Are you gonna get the X1?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Yes!

[@tunglai7174]

Este pequeno e moderno jardim da cidade de Londres é um ótimo exemplo de como combinar diferentes plantas para criar um esquema interessante e satisfatório.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

??

[@blaquenoise]

This small, modern city garden in London is a great example of how to combine different plants to create an interesting and satisfying scheme.

[@hamzadorez4234]

Ive had this box for 2 years! In my opinion the box looks kinda ugly before when I had Verizon FiOS the set top box showed time which was very convenient.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I returned the newer box in this video and keeping my older one. I was expecting a new flashy UI or something new. This one is lacking, feels cheaper really.

[@hamzadorez4234]

@@TUXXREVIEWS Yea, My contract ran out so I ordered Verizon FiOS. It’s way better than Comcast. One reader being is that with Verizon FiOS you don’t have to share your network with your neighbors so even the speeds that you thought were slow with Comcast don’t end up being that slow. I highly recommend Verizon FiOS if it is a available in your area.

[@wxriv]

I should recommend you guys to cut the cord and switch to KZbin TV

[@sandyshoremann7524]

@@wxriv Dom - But you need HS internet right? Or are you casting from you phone somehow?

[@adriankap2978]

Can’t find a video to setup new main X1 version box so I’m commenting here. I’ve just set mine up. The purpose of updating the X1 box was hoping the classic movies would go back to full screen that we’d watch on TCM. Didn’t change a thing and also noticed the Sony Bravia HD bought in 2014 (not 4k or 8kbut regular HD) doesn’t come in nearly as clear as the previous original X1box that we’ve had since X1 came out at about 2015. So, when my husband gets home we’ll see if that’s going to decide whether we put back the old box or not and return the so called NEW version. Not everything ~new~ is all that special & probably worse in our case.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

The box may have some hidden adjustments or features not mentioned in the set up. I would play with it a bit.

[@games-dc6yj]

Is there adult channels and movies on this box or just normal movies & tv show!!?? If no so Wich box is good for adults me and my girlfriend we looking for adults box tv!!?? Anyone know !!??

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Like a hacked box? I'm sure you could sub at channels on this unit

[@games-dc6yj]

@@TUXXREVIEWS there's just couple of channels in this box!? I want a lot of channels and movies or the box is special just for adults!!??

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

@@games-dc6yj Its not a hacked box, its a normal subscriber box so YES you can all all the channels but have to pay for them. Not sure if this is what your going after

[@ACT1O1]

When ever I try to used the built in apps, the cable box loads very slow.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I like how it includes / incorporates movies from 3rd party services (example HBOMax. Disney+) into the menus. It also slows other options for buying etc if you like. There is a little lag but its not too bad. I dont know any device that brings all the services together so well. Apple TV doesnt work on it but thats the only one I found that isnt seamless (and apple tv doesnt have much imo).

[@0828-d4p]

absolutely horrible equipment. With our original box, we could press channel buttons and instantly go to a channel. But when you enter a channel number with this box, a side menu appears, and then you have to press the small, hard to press button in the center to go to the channel. Took it back for the original box.

[@gailedwards4267]

Now comcast just sent me this box this year and you received this box a year ago. Why didn't the give me this box then

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

You had to call and request, it was a process

[@paydawolf236]

How did you get this box? Xfinity keeps giving me the stupid xfinity flex

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

They shipped it to me, no idea. Call them and tell them you want the one in the tuxx reviews video :D But seriously you could show a picture to someone in the comcast lobby but thats a pain to go in I know. I didnt keep this box, liked my old one better.

[@RLaraMoore]

how do you turn power off on the box?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Personally I never turn my cable converters off. If nothing else works you could unplug but then you wouldn't get updates etc.

[@RLaraMoore]

@@TUXXREVIEWS Is there a way to make the words bigger on the guide? My tv is small old fashioned. Nowhere to plug in the hdmi. The words are too tiny to read. 😞

[@sandyshoremann7524]

Say "POWER DOWN" into the voice remote or press the button on the top, front, right. It will still likely be in a standby mode as Comcast sends system updates at the time you choose. I picked 2:00AM as I am almost never up watching TV at that time. If you want it totally off, shut off your power strip or unplug it. Just be aware that it may take 20 mins to power up after hard shutdown - Sandy

[@Gtasplayer]

What is the hdmi in for?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Must be a hidden feature like xbox pass through

[@bretsmith8681]

Bros teaching cable but can’t open a box

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

It opens!!! Lol

[@EddieK0027]

What’s the amount of storage of the DVR unit?

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Comcast doesn't say. I think its scalable based on the package you have. This smaller unit seems like cloud based storage.

[@Kaede177]

Is this the main dvr box or a satellite box? Or does it matter if it's on the cloud now? Thx. I guess I have the one before this that is thin and flat so I wonder if there's any difference

[@marialmartins8749]

You just talking a lot about how the box is but nothing explain about how to connect.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

1. Screw in coax cable 2. Plug in hdmi cable to convertor 3. plug other end of hdmi cable into tv. Sorry I thought it was pretty obvious. If I do a wristwatch video do I need to explain how to tell time? If I do a snack chip video do I need to explain how to chew and swallow?

[@1badcj8]

For Sure NOT a review of anything, all you did is show whats in the box. Waste of time not showing how to set it up...

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Its a unboxing and review ... First its 100% an unboxing and I review it (my thought and feelings on features as I go). At 6:08 I show the back and explain. Its not meant to be a "LIVE DEMO" when I plug in one thing and show the effect live. Did you need help setting it up? Do you have questions on setting it up? Its pretty straight Forword. Plug in power. Plug in video out from box to tv video in. I'm happy to help but so say its "For Sure NOT a review of anything" is dead wrong. A review of the new pizza hut pizza doesnt involve showing how its made..... This is a UN-BOXING not a HOW TO.

[@davidketchens3945]

No audio plugs 😐

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

With the grey line between home tv, pc and home theater / audio I would think they would load out the back with every type of audio connector possible. I guess they think people will just use the audio out from tv to AV in

[@sandyshoremann7524]

There is down mix 2-channel analog out. Great for headphone though the level is way over 2V standard. Overloads a lot of equipment preamps, and, it cannot be turned down. There IS digital audio out in the form of TOSLINK and HDMI. This caught me off-guard too with my ancient last century audio equipment. COMCAST expect EVERYONE to have at least a basic - and likely terrible performing - Home Theater receiver - Sandy

[@sudeshbhola7482]

I don’t see the Purpose for this video it Doesn’t make any sense at all

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

Do you understand unboxing videos?

[@Zak1The1]

Can u give me a pc? 😂

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

:P :D

[@jrbass62]

I have it, it sucks! They give you repetitive channels. And about 500 channels of useless much stations! Has xfinity not noticed that there are free music players for days on the internet? Same content over and over, Your better off with free TV apps.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

I watch you tube more than anything. I do like how the comcast boxes work in 3rd party apps like disney+ and hbo max etc.

[@osorioFrank255]

USELESS!

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

How so?

[@osorioFrank255]

@@TUXXREVIEWS Set up would have been more helpful.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

@@osorioFrank255 I may make a follow up but I really didnt think people needed a video on screwing in one coxal cable in and one hdmi out to tv. Like in a keyboard unboxing I dont show how to plug in one usb cable. But thanks for the feeback, I will consider this for future videos.

[@osorioFrank255]

@@TUXXREVIEWS My new X1 Box came broken and I don't know that, I was looking for a video that shows the set up step by step to make sure I was doing it right.

[@TUXXREVIEWS]

@@osorioFrank255 gotcha. I've had x1 for a long time. Like when I originally got it they wanted a tech to come to your house and check signal strength etc. I may make a detailed how to install. I think comcast have that somewhere too