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Thursday, May 29th, 2025 10:22 PM

Getting texts about getting an upgeaded Gateway at no cost

I have gotten a text message a couple of different times recenty stating this: 

"Hi, its Xfinity followuing up to remind you that while we've increased the speeds included with your internet plan, you need ti upgrade your Xfinity Gateway to receive them. 

Would you like us to ship you a new, upgraded Gateway at no extra cost?

1- Yes, ship me a new Gateway

2- No, I'm not interested"

Is this a scam?

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1 month ago

Hello user_5qy9rh , we routinely upgrade our speeds at no additional charge to our customers. Depending on how old your modem is it may no longer support the new speeds efficiently. Have you had the current modem for a while?

 

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@XfinityMatthew​ yes, since installed in 2017

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It sounds legitimate, @user_5qy9rh. Do you see the same kind of message or alert when logging into your account, either online or with the app? Our team is awesome to work with because we can always double-check things from our end if you need us to :)

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Will my monthly xfinity bill be increased if I decide to receive the Gateway modem router?

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@gburnheimer, the monthly modem lease fee is the same regardless of which device is on the account. There would not be any bill increase with those upgrades. 

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1 month ago

IS THE XFINITY GATEWAY ADVANCED WIFI 6 TECHNOLOGY EASY TO INSTALL YOURSELF?

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user_jee48f Excellent question! Yes, the XB8 is self installable. As long as we have had active services at the residence within the last 12 months. 
 
https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/broadband-gateways-userguides 

 

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