Tech Rumors the Market is Excited About

Growing up, kids are always taught not to pay attention to rumors, as they can be far from the actual truth. While this is true, there are some who keep their ears open for the surrounding speculations, as there is oftentimes leaked information before a release.

 

 

The technology sector is one in particular that is riddled with rumors. Whether it’s the release date of the latest smart phone or reports on the latest initiatives by tech-related companies, those who have an interest are always eager for the next bit of information to excite them.

 

 

Here are some of the more recent tech rumors that have managed to pique the interest of the market:

 

 

Android-powered Phone Enters 64-bit Arena

 

When Apple launched its iPhone 5S last year, many thought that the device was head and shoulders above its competitors. One of the most talked about features was its fingerprint scanner that allowed users to access their smart phones without the use of a pass code or pattern unlock (both of which are sometimes easy to forget). Another feature that may not have been given the acclaim it deserved was the A7 – the 64-bit processor.

 

HTC Desire 820

 

Though it will (understandably) have a different name, the technology is reported on the horizon for the first time in an Android-powered smart phone – the HTC Desire 820. By all accounts, the processor will make the execution of the various tasks that much easier, and will certainly be favored as smart phone users continue to crave apps for their devices, in some instances even running multiple apps at the same time.

 

 

iWatch in sight?

 

Considering that they are one of the leading companies as it relates to electronics and gadgets, it is somewhat of a surprise that tech company Apple doesn’t have a smart watch on the market. Regardless of the reason (or reasons) for its delay, if the rumors are true then there will soon be a gadget available on the market.

 

 

The “iWatch” (it’s still a rumor so you can’t be too sure, but it seems like the likely name for the device) is allegedly just over a week away from being confirmed and queued up to hit the shelves. Among the expected features of the device will be the ability to receive notifications, receive and possibly make calls, boast a number of Apple apps, and will also be equipped with the beloved Apple companion Siri.

 

 

Millions of Apple lovers would be excited about the prospect of being able to sport a classy wearable that is likely to make their overall experience with the supported device(s) even better.

 

 

Samsung Galaxy Gear 3… third time’s the charm?

 

It may be of little surprise to many that there is another rumor circulating relating to wearable tech. While one tech company is set to take its first dip into the “smart watch” pond, another is long past those introductory stages and looking to establish itself as a top name is the area. It is rumored that Samsung is set to launch its third generation of the Galaxy Gear – also within the coming week or there about.

 

 

As far as rumors go, this is arguably one of the more interesting one’s going around, especially when considering that the first generation Galaxy Gear was released less than a year ago. Depending on how you look at it, this report (if it turns out to be true) can be considered good or bad.

 

 

From one point of view, another smart watch in such a time span could mean that the developers at Samsung are constantly working to make their contribution to the smart watch game meaningful. On the other hand, it could be argued that they are still somewhat undecided on what they want to do with the wrist-worn gadget – reports suggest that unlike its predecessors, the Gear 3 will not be featuring a camera.

 

 

Acer at It Again

 

Less than five months after releasing its first 2-in-1 laptop, reports are emerging that Acer intends to launch a second. The Aspire Switch 10 received rave reviews after its May release, boasting an array of features that managed to turn a few heads – the four distinct modes in which the device could be used was a favorite of many.

 

 

 

That device was 10”, the one to come is speculated to feature an 11” HD screen. Aside from the processor and a few other specs, not much is known as to what the “Aspire Switch 11” will hold. Working from the opinion that it’s going to be an upgrade, however, then it should do well on the market.

 

 

Looking at the rumors, the “evidence” is there to suggest that a number of the top tech companies are looking to stake a claim themselves in areas relatively foreign to them – Apple’s first smart watch, for instance. Having said that, only time will tell whether these emerging reports are simply information leaks, or so far from reality that people will be left wondering who started it. Until then, the excitement surrounding these prospects is certainly high.

 

 

 

 

Tech Rumors the Market is Excited About

Great Rewards When You Triple Play with Comcast

Always looking to give prospective (and existing) customers the best value for money, Comcast has rolled out its latest initiative for its various Triple Play packages – their bundled home services. With the Triple Play, subscribers are able to access some of arguably the best market options as it relates to Internet, cable and voice – all from XFinity.

 

 

The Various Offerings

 

New subscribers to the service providers HD Preferred Plus XF Triple Play, HD Premiere XF Triple Play or their HD Complete XF Triple Play will (along with the members of their household) be enjoying an array of features. One thing worth noting is that as a result of the promotion, there is even further incentive. Those packages would understandably boast the best features of what Comcast has to offer. In addition to accessing top quality home services, homeowners would also be eligible for an iPad mini or a Visa prepaid card. The reward card can be equipped with up to $300. Taking into account the fact that either of the two options is probably higher in value than any of the three packages, this does not seem to be a bad return on investment.

 

 

Acquirers of the HD Preferred XF Triple Play would be privy to a Visa prepaid card with up to $200. Some of the features of this package include over 200 channels for your entertainment pleasure (inclusive of top movie and sports channels) as well as XFinity on Demand.

 

 

Though it can be looked on as “basic” in comparison to some of the other Triple Play packages, there is no reason for those who subscribe to the Starter XF Triple Play to be kept out of the incentives. For them, the Visa prepaid card would be equipped with up to $150. While its certainly not the same, being able to tune in to over 100 channels (one of the features of the package) should be indicator enough that the “basic” label won’t be able to stick.

 

 

As is the case customarily, the location of the interested individual will have a keen influence on what can and cannot be acquired. This may take into account certain channels, for example.

 

 

While it’s safe to imagine that some would want such a deal to run for months (maybe even years), it should be noted that this particular promotion ends on the 9^th of September 2014. Additionally, all offers are with a two-year contract, but it’s not as if the services won’t be needed even beyond that time frame, so that factor probably won’t matter much.

 

 

Why Bundle?

 

For those who are unaware, a bundle in the telecommunications sector refers to a merger of two or more services by a service provider for sale to the consumer. This is usually telephone, Internet and cable television. As if any more convincing was required, here are just a few of the reasons that acquiring a package like one of Comcast’s Triple Play options makes a lot of sense for any household:

 

 

Cost

 

The cost-cutting feature is one of the top factors (if not the most) among homeowners who choose to acquire a bundled package. Weigh the cost of an Internet and cable package for example, against the cost of acquiring each service individually, and the difference will speak volumes.

 

 

 

 

Convenience

 

In acquiring a bundle from a particular service provider, what a homeowner automatically inherits is a “one stop” option for all their home service needs. Not only that, but it leaves them with one flat rate and one bill to pay each month.

 

 

As such, if they are interested in upgrading one or more of their services, they can achieve this feat with a single phone call and with relative ease.  This would certainly be a preferred option to potentially having to contact three separate providers to achieve a similar goal.

 

 

By extension, it is a similar scenario for those instances (however rare or frequent they may be) that the subscriber needs any sort of assistance with the services. This varies from needing assistance troubleshooting an issue because the Internet has stopped working, or uncovering all the ways that they can fully utilize the capabilities of their DVR. One phone call has the potential to take care of it all, and that’s a convenience that any homeowner would desire.

 

 

Potential add-ons

 

Using the existing Comcast promotion as an example, one of the benefits of bundling is that there are generally incentives that make the overall experience even better. An iPad Mini or a prepaid rewards card will always be the “sweeteners” of the deal, but whatever it is, it is always welcome.

 

 

It would not be too much of a stretch to imagine that a new subscriber to a home services bundle would be pleased with what they have done, particularly when it is taken into account that this decision would have been made after extensive research and evaluation. As if that pride was not enough, Comcast has decided to throw in an incentive for a number of their Triple Play packages that will make the feeling even that much better. For the promotion running until September 9 specifically, the rewards appear to be pretty great.

 

 

 

 

 

Disclaimers:

Starter XF TP: Offer ends 09/07/14. Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. Limited to new residential customers. Requires subscription to the Starter XF Triple Play with Digital Starter TV, Performance Internet, and XFINITY Voice – Unlimited service. 2-year contract required. Early termination fee applies. Equipment, installation, taxes and fees, including Broadcast TV Fee (currently up to $1.50/mo.), the Regulatory Recovery Fee and other applicable charges (e.g., per call or international) extra, such charges and fees subject to change during and after the promotion. Additional outlet service fee applies for multi-room viewing. Pick a Premium offer limited to Showtime, Starz, Cinemax, and HBO. Not available to customers who previously subscribed to the selected premium or to any packages which include the selected premium. After 12 months, the regular monthly service charge for each selected premium channel applies. After 12 months, regular rates apply to X1 DVR and Blast! Internet service. After applicable promotional periods, or if any service is cancelled or downgraded, regular rates apply. Comcast’s current monthly service charge for X1 DVR Service is $10.00, HD Technology fee is $9.95, the Starter XF Triple Play, ranges based on area, from $146.99 to $147.49, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax, and HBO, ranges based on area and premium, from $16.95 to $21.95 each, and for upgrading from Performance to Blast! Internet service is $10.00 more per month (pricing subject to change). TV and Internet service limited to a single outlet. May not be combined with other offers. TV: Limited Basic service subscription required to receive other levels of service. On Demand selections subject to charge indicated at time of purchase. Not all programming available in all areas. Internet: WiFi claim based on April and October 2013 studies by Allion Test Labs. Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed. Not all features, including Constant Guard® Protection Suite, are available with Macintosh systems. Voice: $29.95 activation fee may apply. Transfers of existing telephone number not always available. Service (including 911/emergency services) may not function after an extended power outage. 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee applies to one month’s recurring service charge and standard installation up to $500. Prepaid card mailed to Comcast account holder within 18 weeks of activation of all required services and expires in 90 days. Prepaid cards issued by Citibank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and managed by Citi Prepaid Services. Cards will not have cash access and can be used everywhere Visa Prepaid cards are accepted. Call for restrictions and complete details. ©2014 Comcast. All rights reserved. Norton™ is a registered mark of Symantec Corporation.

 

HD Preferred XF TP: Offer ends 09/07/14. Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. Limited to new residential customers. Requires subscription to the HD Preferred XF Triple Play with Digital Preferred TV, HD Service, Starz, Performance Internet, and XFINITY Voice – Unlimited Select service. 2-year contract required. Early termination fee applies. Equipment, installation, taxes and fees, including Broadcast TV Fee (currently up to $1.50/mo.), the Regulatory Recovery Fee and other applicable charges (e.g., per call or international) extra, such charges and fees subject to change during and after the promotion. Additional outlet service fee applies for multi-room viewing. After first 12 months, monthly service charge for the HD Preferred XF Triple Play increases to $144.99 for months 13-24. Pick a Premium offer limited to Showtime, Cinemax, and HBO. Not available to customers who previously subscribed to the selected premium or to any packages which include the selected premium. After 12 months, the regular monthly service charge for each selected premium channel applies. After applicable promotional periods, or if any service is cancelled or downgraded, regular rates apply. Comcast’s current monthly service charge for the HD Preferred XF Triple Play is $170.49, X1 DVR Service is $10.00, Showtime, Cinemax, and HBO, ranges based on area and premium, from $16.95 to $21.95 each, and for upgrading from Performance to Blast! Internet service is $10.00 more per month (pricing subject to change). TV and Internet service limited to a single outlet. May not be combined with other offers. TV: Limited Basic service subscription required to receive other levels of service. On Demand selections subject to charge indicated at time of purchase. Not all programming available in all areas. Internet: WiFi claim based on April and October 2013 studies by Allion Test Labs. Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed. Not all features, including Constant Guard® Protection Suite, are available with Macintosh systems. Voice: $29.95 activation fee may apply. Transfers of existing telephone number not always available. Service (including 911/emergency services) will not function if there is a problem with network facilities resulting in a power outage. 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee applies to one month’s recurring service charge and standard installation up to $500. Prepaid card mailed to Comcast account holder within 18 weeks of activation of all required services and expires in 90 days. Prepaid cards issued by Citibank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and managed by Citi Prepaid Services. Cards will not have cash access and can be used everywhere Visa Prepaid cards are accepted. Call for restrictions and complete details. ©2014 Comcast. All rights reserved. Norton™ is a registered mark of Symantec Corporation.

 

HD Preferred Plus TP: Offer ends 09/07/14. Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. Limited to new residential customers. Requires subscription to the HD Preferred Plus XF Triple Play with Digital Preferred TV, HD Service, HBO, Starz, Streampix, Blast! Internet, and XFINITY Voice – Unlimited Select service. 2-year contract required. Early termination fee applies. Equipment, installation, taxes and fees, including Broadcast TV Fee (currently up to $1.50/mo.), the Regulatory Recovery Fee and other applicable charges (e.g., per call or international) extra, such charges and fees subject to change during and after the promotion. Additional outlet service fee applies for multi-room viewing. After first 12 months, monthly service charge for the HD Preferred Plus XF Triple Play increases to $164.99 for months 13-24. Pick a Premium offer limited to Showtime and Cinemax. Not available to customers who previously subscribed to the selected premium or to any packages which include the selected premium. After 12 months, the regular monthly service charge for each selected premium channel applies. After applicable promotional periods, or if any service is cancelled or downgraded, regular rates apply. Comcast’s current monthly service charge for the HD Preferred Plus XF Triple Play is $190.49, X1 DVR Service is $10.00, and Showtime and Cinemax, ranges based on area and premium, from $16.95 to $21.95 each (pricing subject to change). TV and Internet service limited to a single outlet. May not be combined with other offers. TV: Limited Basic service subscription required to receive other levels of service. On Demand selections subject to charge indicated at time of purchase. Not all programming available in all areas. Internet: WiFi claim based on April and October 2013 studies by Allion Test Labs. Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed.  Not all features, including Constant Guard® Protection Suite, are available with Macintosh systems. Voice: $29.95 activation fee may apply. Transfers of existing telephone number not always available. Service (including 911/emergency services) will not function if there is a problem with network facilities resulting in a power outage. 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee applies to one month’s recurring service charge and standard installation up to $500. Prepaid card mailed to Comcast account holder within 18 weeks of activation of all required services and expires in 90 days. Prepaid cards issued by Citibank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and managed by Citi Prepaid Services. Cards will not have cash access and can be used everywhere Visa Prepaid cards are accepted. Call for restrictions and complete details. ©2014 Comcast. All rights reserved. Norton™ is a registered mark of Symantec Corporation.

 

HD Premier XF TP: Offer ends 09/07/14. Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. Limited to new residential customers. Requires subscription to the HD Premier XF Triple Play with Digital Premier TV, HD-DVR or X1 DVR service, Blast! Internet, and XFINITY Voice – Unlimited Select service. 2-year contract required. Early termination fee applies. Equipment, installation, taxes and fees, including Broadcast TV Fee (currently up to $1.50/mo.), the Regulatory Recovery Fee and other applicable charges (e.g., per call or international) extra, such charges and fees subject to change during and after the promotion. Additional outlet service fee applies for multi-room viewing. After applicable promotional periods, or if any service is cancelled or downgraded, regular rates apply. Comcast’s current monthly service charge for the HD Premier XF Triple Play is $215.49  (pricing subject to change). TV and Internet service limited to a single outlet. May not be combined with other offers. TV: Limited Basic service subscription required to receive other levels of service. On Demand selections subject to charge indicated at time of purchase. Not all programming available in all areas. Internet: WiFi claim based on April and October 2013 studies by Allion Test Labs. Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed. Not all features, including Constant Guard® Protection Suite, are available with Macintosh systems. Voice: $29.95 activation fee may apply. Transfers of existing telephone number not always available. Service (including 911/emergency services) will not function if there is a problem with network facilities resulting in a power outage. 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee applies to one month’s recurring service charge and standard installation up to $500. iPad mini® mailed to Comcast account holder within 18 weeks of activation of all required services. iPad mini® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Apple is not a participant in or sponsor of this promotion. Call for restrictions and complete details. ©2014 Comcast. All rights reserved. Norton™ is a registered mark of Symantec Corporation.

 

 

Great Rewards When You Triple Play with Comcast

Developers Greatly Expanding the "Smart" Phenomenon

Phrases such as “the Internet of things” have been thrown around in many discussions in recent times – even among those who don’t consider themselves tech savvy. This is indeed true, as it seems like just about everything can be connected to the World Wide Web, but thinking holistically, technological developers have been pushing the envelope where their innovations are concerned.

 

It would be safe to assume that those who ever held the opinion that humans are brimming their intellectual capacity have shunned those thoughts many years ago. If there were still a few who were holding firm, the following bit of insight is sure to loosen that grip considerably.

 

 

The Latest Wonder

 

Randomly browsing a tech website, the eyes caught on to a couple words in an article title that prompted a double take – in the title were the words “smart tattoos”. Out of sheer humor, some may think “smart tattoos” to mean some inspirational quote from Dr Martin Luther King Jr. for instance, however, though it is far from the actual functions of the technology, the effect may be just as powerful.

 

In truth, these “tattoos” are not applied to the skin via ink and a hot pen, but rather like a sticker that can be pasted unto it. As it is now, there are efforts being made to have these tattoos administer drugs at configured intervals, and even store data. Such an invention would be particularly ideal for the health care industry as there are certain ailments that require medication to be delivered within a timely manner and the help may not always be available at that time.

 

 

One of the major objectives of developers is surely to think of ways to make life easier for the general population and improve capabilities overall, and the latest exploits of smart tattoos is a definite indicator that their will be no easing up any time soon. Notably, in addition to the functions already mentioned, it is said that efforts are being made to allow these innovations to partner with our more popular devices in a rather create way… with the use of sweat. More specifically, the lactic acid that is secreted with it.

 

Whether as a result of heat or by some exertion of energy, the body naturally produces sweat, and the intention is to have it generate power upon contact with the tattoo. By extension, the power generated can then be used to aid other devices (wearable tech for example) with their functions or even provide some amount of charge to others such as smart phones. The technology isn’t available just yet, but at the current rate of innovation it would be of little surprise to many if it were indeed just around the corner.

 

 

Where it started… kind of

 

Depending on how you look at it, there is certain to be multiple eras associated with when inventions really became “smart”, but for the purpose of this article the “beginning” can be attributed to devices that actually have the key word in its name – smart phones.

 

It may seem like nothing now, just a thing of the norm, but it was a big deal a decade or so ago when cell phones were made capable of doing more than make and receive calls and text messages. As time progressed, their functionalities expanded to include applications of a personal digital assistant (PDA) as a daily planner. With the emergence of “there’s an app for everything” the tasks that can be executed via these devices have grown even more.

 

 

To take it a step further, there are some smart phones coming off the production line that are directly threatening the existence of other popular devices. With impressive storage capacities for instance, an individual can choose to store all their music on their phone versus buying an MP3 player. It is a similar scenario for digital cameras, as some smart phones boast even more features than cameras used by professionals on a daily basis.

 

It can easily be argued that the growing capabilities of the smart phone is what pushed the innovations being thought up every day.

 

 

The Wearable Boom

 

Right on queue is one category of products that have arguably become the most popular of all things tech in the last few years – wearable devices. From fitness trackers to smart watches (and the list goes on), there has been a huge surge of wearable gadgets being created that pack great potential.

 

Many of these devices are created to compliment others such as smart phones, but there are even some that can be fully functional without being paired with another. There is one particular smart watch that can actually fit the micro chip that would be put in the phones, allowing the wearer to have access to all their contacts and make calls, send messages and even access the Internet – all from their wrists.

 

 

Inventions such as the smart phone and wearable tech are great, and there can be no denying that the conception and creation of smart tattoos should be right up there among them as some of the “smartest”. Who knows what direction developers will venture towards next for their newest innovative idea?

 

 

 

Developers Greatly Expanding the "Smart" Phenomenon

Have TV Lovers Become “Power” Hungry?

Throughout history, there have been many who are considered “power” hungry based on their craving for success and their exploits in trying to achieve it. While it may be in a different category all together, it would appear as though there are quite a few people who are currently itching for a glimpse of Power.

 

Just a few weeks ago, Power – the Starz crime-heavy drama series written by Courtney Kemp Agboh – aired its Season 1 finale, and in an ideal finale manner, left fans eager to see the opening episode of the season to come. It’s become so popular that people are now walking around and singing the words, “they say this is a big rich town” (which is from the catchy opening soundtrack done by 50 Cent and Joe) It’s certainly an indicator that TV lovers are tuned in.

 

 

The Background

 

The series stars Omari Hardwick as James “Ghost” St. Patrick, an up-and-coming nightclub owner in the city of New York. The nightclub “Truth” is doing pretty well, but Ghost is doing even better as the club is just a cover for his illegitimate operations as a top-level drug kingpin.

 

Leading a double life is not as difficult as one would imagine, especially when considering that his wife Tasha (played by Naturi Naughton) and best friend Tommy (played by Jospeh Sikora) are fully aware of what’s what – the latter being his “business” partner.

 

“Power” stars Omari Hardwick (right) as James “Ghost” St. Patrick and his best friend Tommy (played by Jospeh Sikora, left), his business partner.

 

 

A Steady Growth

 

At the onset, it’s safe to say that not many were excited about the premiere of the series. The fact that rapper/actor/producer/(his many other ventures) Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson was playing a role in the production of show did manage to attract a few, but with a relatively unknown cast there wasn’t much else being said.

 

Premiering back in June, the series opener managed to attract just about half a million viewers. As the weeks and the story line progressed, however, so did the number of viewers.  It grew steadily before making a huge jump from an estimated .75 million to almost 1.1 million between Episode 7 and Episode 8 (the finale). A far cry from the series’ sub-par opening, the series reportedly closed with an approximate 2.5 million viewers to record the largest number of viewers for a season finale since the highly-popular Spartacus: War of the Damned over a year ago.

 

 

What They’re Eager For

 

There were quite a few twists that developed towards the back end of the season, and the Power-hungry nation is certainly eager to see where those twists lead. One of the more intriguing is to see what becomes of Ghost’s and Tasha’s marriage. She found out about his affair with Angela Valdez (played by Lela Loren) – his “first love”, “the one that got away”, (insert the other applicable clichés) – and all but told him that she knew about it.

 

His wife Tasha (Naturi Naughton) knows about his affair.

 

 

While that was a twist, Tommy then found out that Angela was actually a rising star in the District Attorney’s office, (unknowingly) gunning to take down the very organization that he and Ghost were operating. The conversation of what she does never came up – as far as Ghost knows she simply has a busy job with a demanding boss, and as far as she knows he is just running the nightclub.

 

The final twist to be mentioned (can’t spill all the secrets) is that Mr. 50 Cent seems likely to have a more prominent role in the series. Only referred to as Canan, he is portrayed as the man who taught Ghost and Tommy a lot about the business, but he was behind bars – emphasis on was. He has somehow managed an early release, and instead of coming out to help establish their developing drug dealing empire, he has been wielding his influence and contacts from prison to take control of it.

 

 

Satirical News Further Highlights Impact

 

For those who prefer to assess a show based on word of mouth (or over cyber space as is more prevalent today), then recent satirical releases provide additional insight into the show’s popularity. The releases staked the claim that the Starz series was not going to be renewed for a second season – not now anyway – as 50 Cent was to be unavailable as a result of an upcoming tour with members of G-Unit.

 

The news about “Power’s” cancellation due to 50 Cent’s tour with G-Unit was nothing more than a hoax.

 

Within a few hours many caught wind of the story, taking to the social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to voice their disappointment, or in some cases even chastise 50 Cent and question his commitment and loyalty to the project. Though the dust eventually settled as people came to the realization that it was nothing more than a hoax, anyone associated with the project would certainly have been pleased to see the uproar the articles generated.

 

 

The “Truth” is…

 

Unlike the club that was pretty much closed down at the end of the season finale, Starz has already approved Season 2 of this intriguing crime drama. Upping the ante somewhat, the series will air a total of 10 episodes in comparison to the eight that viewers were able to watch during the debut season.

 

 

Have TV Lovers Become “Power” Hungry?

Comcast Provides Theme Park Patrons with Wi-Fi

We all want to constantly be connected to the Internet, and whether or not you’re tech-savvy, Wi-Fi will make that connection easy. While the Wi-Fi hotspots continue to spread, there will be millions who’ll benefit. It was announced that Comcast – in support of Universal Orlando – would be providing a heightened Internet experience for all theme park patrons. Universal Orlando, which comprises of Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida and the Universal CityWalk, now uses “The Official Universal Orlando Resort App”, and XFINITY Internet helped to make the app a success.

 

XFINITY’s contribution is hundreds of hotspots at strategic locations such as the main walkways and the attraction queue lines. In essence, patrons of the park are able to access the Internet at pretty much any point they can imagine.

 

The Official Universal Orlando Resort App can be downloaded by both Android and iOS devices. It is intended to provide park guests with a great way to plan their day and enjoy all that the various points have to offer, boasting features such as information on upcoming shows, special events, and a GPS map that utilizes park images to help guests navigate from “point A” to “point B” with relative ease. Additionally, they will be able to locate the various options for dining, shopping, and of course, the bathrooms.

 

Patrons can access the Internet from anywhere in the park.

 

Why it Works

 

Those familiar with XFINITY hotspots will know that points of commute, restaurants, and shopping malls are its usual havens, but why should theme parks be excluded from the fun? While the Wi-Fi helps guests to access the app without having to utilize mobile data, its impact goes a lot further.

 

More than anything, those who visit theme parks are always interested in not only re-living the experience, but also sharing their adventures with as many individuals as possible. Whether they will be posting their pictures or videos of enjoying the various rides on the social media platforms – Facebook, Twitter etc. – or uploading them to their cloud storage space, there will be many attainable Internet-related goals with the service.

 

 

How it Works

 

Whether or not an individual is familiar with the procedure to connect to the XFINITY Wi-Fi, they should have no problem tapping in. Once they look through the list of available wireless networks and located the “xfinitywifi”, they only need to follow the prompts, and then be connected.

 

 

Can it be any better?

 

Theme parks beaming with hotspots to facilitate web connectivity are making every visitor happy. What makes this decision even better, is the fact that the Wi-Fi is free.

 

 

Also, with this latest move, whether you’re an XFINITY customer or not, there will be nothing standing in their way of experiencing high speed Internet as they navigate their way through the park.

 

 

The Early Indications

 

Many will argue that a month or two would be quite a short time within which to evaluate success, but the major players associated with the project would put that argument to rest. Early reports indicated that on a daily basis, as many as 5,000 unique devices were connecting to the free Wi-Fi being provided. This would include smart phones, tablets, and all similar devices that individuals would have taken with them.

 

 

A Development that has Twice the Effect

 

While this Wi-Fi initiative is great for the theme parks and patrons, it is at the same time helping Comcast with another. Earlier this year it was announced that Comcast, through its XFINITY Internet service, was working to have some 8 million hotspots across the United States by the end of the year.

 

Taking into consideration the fact that it was just April that the company had announced that it had surpassed a million hotspots, there were quite a few raised eyebrows when the figure of 8 million was revealed. That being said, it would appear as though this theme park initiative is just one of the many the organization will be utilizing to facilitate its rapid growth. In June, it was reported that their hotspot count was in excess of 3 million – representing an increase of approximately 2 million within a couple months.

 

Xfinity hotspot map.

 

In the past, many individuals would have had to wait until they got home to share the pictures of their experience, for fear of utilizing too much of their mobile data. Now, patrons to Universal Orlando have the freedom to do this, as well as access a lot more information about the entertainment venue thanks to XFINITY Wi-Fi.

 

 

 

 

Comcast Provides Theme Park Patrons with Wi-Fi