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Friday, February 13th, 2026 9:28 PM

Pixelated screen for 4 weeks from the hours of 2pm-8pm EST

Hello,

Xfinity recently conducted an “upgrade” in my neighborhood. Since that time, I have not been able to access television service between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. each day for the past month. My televisions are brand new, so this appears to be a network issue rather than a problem with my equipment.

A technician came out to inspect the outside cable lines and confirmed they were fine. However, he replaced my newer modem with an older, refurbished XB7 model. Since that replacement, my internet coverage has significantly decreased, and I no longer have reliable service in my living room or bedrooms.

As a Platinum member, I’m concerned that I was given an outdated refurbished modem/router instead of a newer model, such as the XB10. I only realized today that the replacement device was an older model.

I have another technician scheduled to come tomorrow, Saturday, February 14th, between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. I would like clarification in advance:

  • Will I receive a new modem/router?

  • How exactly will the technician resolve the ongoing network issue that is affecting my TV service during peak hours?

In addition, I have a significantly high monthly cable bill and have been unable to watch television for 4 weeks. I am very disheartened by this entire situation. It has taken hours on the phone trying to get this resolved, and I am exhausted.

I would appreciate a clear plan for resolution and appropriate billing consideration given the extended service disruption.

Thank you.

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user_bvhh4e Thank you so much for reaching out for help with the reception/pixelation issues you have been having. I can understand why you would want a tech out as soon as possible; however, we are booked out for a few days already, so if one is needed, we would need to get one scheduled within the open times that are not already taken by other customers. As for your equipment, I would not be able to say if you would receive a new modem, which would be up to the technician once on site. If they find there is cause to replace your modem, it would be swapped out for you then. As for what the tech would do for you, they always start from your connection point and work out. That would include checking your coax lines and outlets, splitters, filters, and tv boxes. If they do find a cause at your location, they would then expand from there. If the issue is found to be with the network, they would be responsible for submitting a request to our local maintenance team for additional work. 

If you could send our team a direct message with your full name, the name listed on the account (if different), and the service address associated with your account, I'd be more than happy to look into this for you. To send a Direct Message, please click on the chat icon in the top-right corner of the screen, next to the bell icon, and then type or select "Xfinity Support" to initiate a direct message.

 

Visitor

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Hi there,

You misread my message. I already had a technician come to my home and perform all the things you mentioned. I have another technician coming out today.

4 weeks ago, Xfinity did an upgrade in my neighborhood. After that upgrade, my cable has never been the same. I am getting a pixelated screen during very specific times every day 2 pm - 7 or 8 pm. That is a network issue with Xfinity. 

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user_bvhh4e Gotcha! Depending on your speed subscription, the XB7 could be the correct equipment. You could be experiencing some network congestion if it's around the same time everyday. I'd like to take a look, and follow up with you after your appointment to see how things went. When you get a moment, can you please send us a DM to take a look? 
 
Click "Sign In" if necessary
Click the "Direct Message" icon 
Click the "New message" (pen and paper) icon
The "To:" line prompts you to "Type the name of a person". Instead, type "Xfinity Support" there.
As you are typing a drop-down list appears. Select "Xfinity Support" from that list.
A "Xfinity Support" graphic replaces the "To:" line.
Type your message in the text area near the bottom of the window 
Press Enter to send it
 

 

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Visitor

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Thank you. I have the highest subscription for internet speed because I work from home. 

Visitor

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What goes with 2 gigs? 

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user_bvhh4e You are most welcome! If you have 2 Gig symmetrical, we can do the XB7 with an ONU device, an XB10, or XER10+ONU device. 
 
https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/broadband-gateways-userguides 

 

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