Comcast Vs Netflix

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Competitors are joining forces and making it easier for you to watch TV.

Netflix is coming to Comcast. You know how it can be frustrating to juggle remotes and switch inputs when you want to go from cable to Netflix. Well, starting next week the cable company's Xfinity customers can get the video streaming service in the on-demand feature if you also subscribe to Netflix.

One remote to do

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