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Axios
06-05-2025
- Business
- Axios
Philly's Wells Fargo Center to be rebranded the Xfinity Mobile Arena
The Wells Fargo Center will get rebranded as Xfinity Mobile Arena this fall. Why it matters: Sixers and Flyers fans have walked under the South Philly arena's yellow-and-red logo since 2010. But the new splash of purple will also bring big changes. Driving the news: Philly's media and tech giant Comcast Corp. — which operates Xfinity as its residential cable, internet and telephone business — will own the naming rights to the arena starting Sept. 1. The deal, announced Tuesday, runs through the 2030-31 season. Crews will start removing Wells Fargo signs this summer. 💵 A Spectacor spokesperson declined to reveal how much Comcast Corp. is paying for the naming rights. The intrigue: Xfinity also holds the naming rights to the popular sports bar in the stadium complex, Xfinity Live!, which is in the midst of its own redesign. 🛜 What to expect: As part of the deal, Xfinity Mobile will offer new WiFi capabilities to the arena, which Xfinity customers can use for free. That includes accessing the company's WiFi PowerBoost feature. The Xfinity name will also be splashed across the arena's roof. Catch up quick: The deal comes after arena owner Comcast Spectacor, the company's sports and entertainment arm, buried the hatchet with Sixers owner Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment following years of acrimony. The pair announced plans in January to replace the arena by 2031 — a pivot for the 76ers owner following a yearslong push to build a new arena in Center City. Comcast will also own the naming rights to the new South Philly arena, per Spectacor and Harris Entertainment.
Business Wire
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Today's Home of the Flyers and 76ers to Have New Name: Xfinity Mobile Arena
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Comcast Spectacor and Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) today announced the world-class sports and entertainment venue in South Philadelphia – the current home of the National Hockey League's Philadelphia Flyers, National Basketball Association's Philadelphia 76ers, college basketball, premier global concerts, and entertainment events – will be renamed Xfinity Mobile Arena, effective September 1, 2025, through the 2030-2031 season. Xfinity Mobile is one of the fastest-growing wireless services in the country and the only provider in its markets to deliver gig speeds to customers seamlessly inside and outside of the home. Comcast first launched Xfinity Mobile to consumers across the nation from its hometown of Philadelphia in 2017 and will be bringing the brand's unmatched experience to one of the most storied venues in the country. As part of this partnership with Comcast Spectacor and HBSE, Xfinity Mobile will bring cutting-edge WiFi capabilities to the arena so fans stay connected from the tailgate to the concourse. Xfinity Mobile customers will automatically join a supercharged WiFi experience in the arena that will deliver lightning-fast speeds with Comcast's WiFi PowerBoost feature, all at no extra cost. Fans will be able share photos, videos, and stream with friends and family as they experience their favorite moments and action in the arena. 'Philadelphia is home to the most passionate fans in the country, and that competitive spirit is a perfect complement to the Xfinity Mobile brand,' said Steve Croney, Chief Operating Officer, Connectivity & Platforms, Comcast. 'Xfinity Mobile is fueled by the largest and fastest WiFi network in America which will give our Philadelphia fans an unrivaled experience at one of Philadelphia's legendary sports and entertainment venues.' Since opening its doors in 1996, the Philadelphia arena has hosted the most influential sports moments and entertainment acts in the region over the last three decades. In addition to being the home of NHL's Philadelphia Flyers, NBA's Philadelphia 76ers, NLL's Philadelphia Wings, and Villanova Men's Basketball – the arena continues to be one of the industry's busiest venues and hosts the top touring musical and entertainment acts in the world. This includes iconic events such as NCAA Championships, record-breaking musical tours, family and entertainment events including WWE and Disney on Ice, and both Democratic and Republican National Conventions. 'This arena is an anchor in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex and broader region,' said Dan Hilferty, Chairman & CEO of Comcast Spectacor. 'As we complete our historic relationship with Wells Fargo, we wanted to ensure that our new partner matched our enthusiasm for delivering world-class service to our fans and guests. We are committed to continuing investing in our venue to ensure we're at the forefront of technology, innovation, and cutting-edge fan experiences. We couldn't be more excited that Xfinity Mobile's brand will become the centerpiece for sports and entertainment in Philadelphia.' After the completion of its multi-year $400 million+ transformation last year, every inch of the venue has been completely reimagined. The project produced full upgrades and overhauls to the fan experience, technology, food and beverage, seating options, performer amenities, sightlines, and sustainability. Ranked in the top 10 worldwide by Front Office Sports and the top 10 in the US by Pollstar, the arena is recognized as a premiere venue for fan experience and hosts over 220 events and 2.5 million guests annually. 'Alongside our partners at Comcast and Comcast Spectacor, we have a shared vision of strengthening the home court advantage in South Philadelphia, and this announcement is another step in an exciting new chapter together,' said Tad Brown, CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers and HBSE. 'Xfinity Mobile Arena will offer fans enhanced connectivity and high-speed capabilities to maximize their in-arena experience. By focusing on new and emerging technology, Xfinity Mobile Arena will allow fans to create incredible memories at games, concerts and live events in the future.' Agreement Terms & Timing The Xfinity Mobile partnership is set to begin on September 1, 2025, with installation of new signage to be revealed on September 2, 2025. The partnership will run through the 2030-2031 season and include exterior branding, interior digital signage, inclusion in advertising, branded WiFi, hospitality and Official Partnerships with the Philadelphia Flyers and Philadelphia 76ers. As previously announced, Comcast will own the naming rights to the arena being developed via a joint venture between HBSE and Comcast Spectacor, set to open in the 2031-2032 season. Details will be announced at a later date. About Comcast Spectacor Comcast Spectacor is a leading sports and entertainment company with a diverse portfolio including the National Hockey League's Philadelphia Flyers, the National Lacrosse League's Philadelphia Wings, the award-winning Xfinity Mobile Arena, and the world class esports franchise, T1 Entertainment & Sports. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast Spectacor has more than 50 years of experience, with a proven track record of cultivating championship teams, managing world-class venues, and promoting vibrant communities. Comcast Spectacor is part of Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA), a global media and technology company. About HBSE Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer in 2017, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) is an industry-leading sports and entertainment group, with a focus on building passionate, high performing teams that strengthen our communities. Anchored in sports, venues and ventures, HBSE's diverse and global portfolio is centered around marquee assets, including the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils and the Prudential Center, the Washington Commanders, Joe Gibbs Racing, Crystal Palace of the English Premier League, as well as a growing presence across youth sports, the MLB, and more. As proud stewards of some of the world's most prestigious franchises, brands and properties, we are committed to using our platform to positively impact the local communities where our teams play and perform. For additional information on HBSE, please visit
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Comcast Launches Five-Year Price Guarantee for Xfinity Internet Customers
New Plans Start at $55 a Month Guaranteed for Five Years; Includes Best-in-Class WiFi Equipment and Unlimited Data; No Annual Contract Required All New Xfinity Internet Customers Can Add a Line of Xfinity Mobile with WiFi PowerBoost, Delivering Gig Speed WiFi PHILADELPHIA, April 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the first time, Comcast is introducing the option to choose a five-year price guarantee when customers sign up for a new Xfinity Internet package. The nationwide offer includes Xfinity's best-in-class WiFi gateway and unlimited data – for one simple monthly price starting as low as $55 per month. The rate is locked in for five years with no annual contract required, giving customers the freedom and flexibility to cancel at any time without penalty. The price guarantee is rolling out as part of Xfinity's mission to deliver transparent, nationwide pricing that is clear and consistent, and increase the value customers receive from its fast, reliable, and secure Internet products. "We're addressing two significant consumer pain points – rising costs and transparency – with incredible value and easy-to-understand pricing that is locked in for five years," said Steve Croney, Chief Operating Officer, Connectivity and Platforms, Comcast. "Our new price guarantee removes complexity, and when our customers also take mobile, they get the nation's largest converged network, which automatically delivers gig speeds wherever they go." Customers who sign up for Xfinity Internet and opt for the new five-year price guarantee will receive: Reliable, Powerful WiFi: New customers will receive an Xfinity Gateway that delivers incredible bandwidth capable of connecting upwards of 100 devices across the home. They also have access to Comcast's WiFi network, the largest and fastest in the nation, to extend their connectivity experience on the go for no additional cost. Unlimited Data: Unlimited data is included for every customer who chooses a plan with a price guarantee. Xfinity Mobile Included: The five-year guarantee includes an unlimited Xfinity Mobile line at no cost for a year. Gig Speeds at Home and On the Go: More than 90 percent of Xfinity Mobile data traffic happens over WiFi, and now mobile customers have access to WiFi PowerBoost, which seamlessly delivers speeds up to 1 Gbps when connected to WiFi in and out of the home. Ultra-Low Lag Internet: Comcast began rolling out ultra-low lag Internet last year. Customers will experience this new technology when they use FaceTime on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro, apps on Meta's mixed reality headsets, NVIDIA's GeForce NOW, or many games on Valve's Steam Games platform. Cybersecurity Protection: Customers that take the Xfinity Gateway receive Xfinity Advanced Security, which protects all connected devices and the customers who use them at the gateway level from malware and other threats. Parental Controls: The Xfinity Gateway also features network controls, available through the Xfinity app, that gives customers total control of their home network. Customers can set parental controls, test the connection to new devices as they join the network, pause WiFi, set WiFi schedules for family members, and more. Consumers can sign up for Xfinity Internet and Xfinity Mobile online at or at their local Xfinity store. About Comcast CorporationComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit for more information. View source version on Contacts Rachel ZabinskiComcast Corporationrachel_zabinski@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Comcast keeping Twin Cities connected amid surging internet use
The numbers are in, and local internet usage is surging — increasing the need for connectivity now and in the future. Comcast has solutions that'll keep you online all with a smarter, faster, and more reliable converged network that can meet and exceed every customer's increasing demand for speed and capacity. The recent boom in Internet consumption along with the long-range population forecast by the Metropolitan Council, which shows the Twin Cities is expected to add approximately 65,000 residents over the next two decades, underscores the importance of connectivity and having a network that can seamlessly handle the influx in demand. Modern networks require ongoing investment and innovation to remain resilient, secure, and future-ready. Year after year, overall network traffic for Internet providers has grown by double digits. The average Xfinity Internet customer has 36 WiFi-connected devices in their home. Today, over 70 percent of Xfinity's Internet traffic consists of entertainment, with more live sports on streaming, more applications, and more uses. And that usage is likely to accelerate in the Twin Cities, with its roster of professional sports teams and dedicated fans. This past year, Comcast saw the largest consumption in Internet history driven by sports streaming and large gaming downloads. In fact, the top five days all happened within the last few months of 2024, including a Thursday night football game last October, which featured the Minnesota Vikings. As population and Internet consumption trends rise, Comcast remains focused on delivering the best converged WiFi experience across its network, with continuous upgrades made to enhance how you stay connected – whether on your laptop, iPad, or mobile phone, whether at home or on the go. Over the last 10 years, Comcast invested into its network and infrastructure nationwide to futureproof solutions for consumers and support businesses of all sizes through our Comcast Business services. Our network starts with of fiber—enough to circle the Earth 12 times. It's this essential infrastructure that brings you all the Internet has to offer every day, and in every situation. Comcast's investments provide features like WiFi PowerBoost, which automatically supercharges speeds for Xfinity Mobile and Comcast Business Mobile customers up to one gig whenever they connect to millions of WiFi hotspots across the country, including throughout the Twin Cities. Here's what you need to know about the changing internet landscape. Every 20 minutes, our network is testing more than 4,000 data points across tens of millions of devices to enhance your experience. We can detect when there's bandwidth available to be used more efficiently and have your modem automatically adjust to optimize your experience. In the past year alone, we've pushed more than 350,000 upgrades across our network to make sure people get the best the Internet has to offer, including our recent speed increases for no additional cost. Our network has the ability to self-heal. Today, automation and AI driven tools resolve 60% of network issues before the customer even notices. And coming this year, our new XB10 modem will be Comcast's fastest and most powerful device yet – with the unprecedented capacity to simultaneously connect up to 300 devices in your home. As the need for connectivity continues to grow, Comcast will be at the forefront, delivering an unparalleled experience with our next-generation network. Whether it's video calling grandma across the country or streaming the big game with friends, the Twin Cities can rely on Comcast to connect you to the moments that matter most. Learn more about competitive deals on technology that keeps you online, on budget.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Comcast Upgrades Speeds for More Than 20 Million Xfinity Internet Customers for No Additional Cost
New and Existing Xfinity Internet Customers Can Now Get a Line of Unlimited on Xfinity Mobile Included for a Year PHILADELPHIA, March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today Comcast announced that it has upgraded Xfinity Internet speeds for more than 20 million customers for no additional cost. Xfinity Internet tiers, and the NOW branded prepaid products, will benefit from 50 to 100 percent faster upload speeds than before, helping customers upload large files in a flash when working from home or posting videos to social media in seconds. Download speeds will also increase for most Internet tiers. With 94 percent of devices connecting to the Internet via WiFi, fast speeds are only as good as the WiFi that connects them. At home, Xfinity's WiFi gateways and extenders create a fast, reliable, and secure connection to every corner of the house. Outside of the home, Comcast's Xfinity Internet customers have access to the nation's largest network of WiFi hotspots to connect on the go. In addition to faster speeds, new and existing Xfinity Internet customers can now get a line of Unlimited on Xfinity Mobile included for a year when they subscribe to a 400 Mbps or faster plan. And with WiFi PowerBoost, Xfinity Mobile and Comcast Business Mobile customers seamlessly receive WiFi speeds up to 1 Gbps no matter what Internet speed tier they subscribe to, in and out of the home, on the nation's largest and fastest WiFi network. "Our faster download and upload speeds, combined with our world-class WiFi equipment, ultra-low-lag Internet experience, and WiFi PowerBoost that delivers speeds up to a gig, are providing customers with a converged connectivity experience that we believe is unmatched in the industry," said Emily Waldorf, senior vice president of Consumer Products, Comcast Connectivity and Platforms. "Because 90 percent of Xfinity Mobile Internet traffic travels over WiFi, not cellular, this combination of products delivers a faster Internet and mobile experience and hundreds of dollars of savings to customers." Today's speed increases are made possible by Comcast's fiber-based network which has been built to deliver an exceptional Internet experience to the more than 64 million homes and businesses and across more than 23 million Xfinity WiFi hotspots in Comcast's footprint. It is a culmination of years of research, technological breakthroughs, and massive investments, including more than $80 billion over last decade to build the nation's largest converged wireless and wireline network. Fast download and upload speeds are an important feature of a comprehensive connectivity experience that delivers incredible benefits to consumers, including: Reliability: Xfinity has greater than 99 percent reliability, and the Xfinity network utilizes artificial intelligence to keep customers connected by fixing issues before customers know they happened. Ultra-Low-Lag: Comcast recently introduced the first customers in the world to a pioneering new feature of Xfinity Internet that dramatically reduces latency when using interactive applications like gaming, videoconferencing, and virtual reality. Customers will have less delay, and a smoother, more responsive end-to-end online experience. Great WiFi in and out of the home: Next-generation Xfinity gateways deliver advanced WiFi capacity to power hundreds of devices in homes and more than a billion devices each year across Comcast's network. WiFi PowerBoost delivers Xfinity Mobile customers speeds up to 1 Gbps over WiFi at home or at millions of WiFi hotspots across the country. Digital Security: xFi Advanced Security, included for free for customers who lease an Xfinity gateway, protects connected devices from malware and other threats at the gateway before they reach connected household devices. Since launching xFi Advanced Security, Xfinity has stopped more than 10 billion cyber security threats. Customers can take advantage of the unlimited mobile line offer via their account on in the Xfinity app, or by calling 1-800-XFINITY. For more information, visit About Comcast CorporationComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit for more information. View source version on Contacts Joel ShadleComcast CorporationJoel_Shadle@ Sign in to access your portfolio
