How Comcast Took DVR Out of the Box with Cloud Technology

X1 users can now watch DVR recordings on devices in the home and download recorded content to take with them on-the-go using the X1 DVR with cloud technology. Watch Elad Nafshi, Vice President, Video Product Management, demo this rich, new television experience in the player below.

About the X1 DVR with cloud technology

While in the home, customers will be able to watch their DVR recordings over Comcast’s managed IP network on their mobile devices and computers; "check-out" DVR recordings by downloading them directly to a mobile device to take on-the-go; and access the X1 interface and live stream practically their entire TV channel lineup to IP-connected devices.

To deliver these new streaming and download features to Xfinity TV customers, Comcast has launched a new Xfinity TV app for iOS tablets and smartphones and a dedicated portal for viewing on computers. To live stream their TV lineup or download DVR recordings while on tablets or smartphones in the home, customers will simply download the Xfinity TV app from the App Store, open the app and sign-in with their Xfinity TV credentials. Once signed-in, customers may begin browsing their full channel lineup in the Guide or scan available recordings for download in the Saved menu. On laptops and computers, customers can sign-in through the Xfinity TV site to access their X1 guide and DVR recordings. 

Comcast plans to roll out these features to its markets throughout the year.