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12Pack · 11-18-2011, 02:53 AM

So im getting tired of paying $125 for a ****ty comcast connection as my modem randomly reboots itself all the time and 4 techs have no idea why. So at my wits end I asked a buddy and he told me about netflix which is only $8/month and clear internet which is $50/month and offers a 4g wireless connection. Wondering if anyone had any experience using them? Thanks!

ohfivegoat · 11-18-2011, 02:55 AM

theres a place in erdenheim PA (near flour town) that sells clear its called navpoint their website is www.navpoint.com i have had some dealings with them in the past and they were great their number is 215-836-4600 ask for ivy she is the owner.

mcperson2k · 11-18-2011, 09:04 AM

Not one of the techs decided it was a good idea to replace the modem? Weird cause when I had them, the first thing they did every visit after checking the in out levels was to give me a new box. I heard clear is spotty as ****.

justinlansdale · 11-18-2011, 09:41 AM

My ex-manager at work has clear, he said he likes the price but the service is noticeably slower than comcast.

Honest_Bob · 11-18-2011, 09:48 AM

Since its wireless its going to be considerably slower than cable. I wouldnt be expecting to stream HD quality movies through netflix using it, although it may be decent quality. Online gaming will also suffer.

Wouldnt hurt to try it out, they probably offer a free trial period.

accordguy04 · 11-18-2011, 09:50 AM

I have Netflix and its awesome. The streaming is great but it takes pretty long to get anything new... if you want new releases you'll have to get the DVD mailers too. But no real complaints other than that, there is PLENTY of stuff to watch haha. And you cant beat that price.

No dealings with CLEAR here.

jpalamar · 11-18-2011, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Honest_Bob

Since its wireless its going to be considerably slower than cable. I wouldnt be expecting to stream HD quality movies through netflix using it, although it may be decent quality. Online gaming will also suffer.

Wouldnt hurt to try it out, they probably offer a free trial period.

This.

Erik@R/TTuning · 11-18-2011, 11:00 AM

You can scale back your Comcast (who I hate) to just internet and pay about as much as you would for Clear and get better internet speeds.

PAFirefighter11 · 11-18-2011, 11:31 AM

With Clear if you exceed the 4 gig (Or whatever monthly max they have), or if you have any 3G service area you're going to be charged additional. The charges get expensive QUICK as well. Just be warned of that. The 4G will be comparable to Comcast, if not better. I've confirmed this while using speed testers via my phone while connected to my home network, as well as wireless 4G.

Regarding Netflix. I have it. I used it often, but more for South Park and TV shows. Most of the random movies that have popped into my head to watch are not available via live stream, only via DVD. This is annoying to me, but it is what it is.

zuki19 · 11-18-2011, 01:09 PM

solarmovie.eu; as for your connection, I recommend http://www.ptd.net or fios.

**Got Insulin?** · 11-18-2011, 01:27 PM

If you're just using Netflix for Southpark and TV, use southparkstudios.com and ch131.com for the TV bits.

zuki19 · 11-18-2011, 02:15 PM

I use www.solarmovie.eu to stream tv shows and movies. REMEMBER: DO NOT DOWNLOAD THEM. You'll have your isp so far up your ass.

Erik@R/TTuning · 11-18-2011, 02:37 PM

That is a good point. Netflix for movies isn't great but their selection of TV shows is amazing. I watch a ton of History Channel shows, Military Channel shows, Sci-Fi, etc.

accordguy04 · 11-18-2011, 02:43 PM

They are a bit slow with some of the TV shows too... I'm still waitin for seasons 6 and 7 of Rescue Me, season 2 of Archer and The League. But theres SO MUCH to watch that it really doesnt matter. haha

Tru2Blu · 11-18-2011, 05:47 PM

I have clear. Connection is rather slow, and it reboots on its own every now and again. Im thinking its my location, but yea stay away from clear if you could.

bmatyeah · 11-18-2011, 06:04 PM

netflix is garbage, getting rid of it was nice. Its going down hill, soon they wont be able to afford the contracts.

jesus_ralliart · 11-18-2011, 07:11 PM

Netflix. New movies now and again and plenty of tv shows

RedWabbit · 11-18-2011, 09:53 PM

you can stream netflix with clear no problem. clear will not compete with comcrap or fios. i normally had no issue getting a signal with the mobile card anywhere in philly and the surrounding areas.

DC2.2GSR · 11-18-2011, 11:05 PM

I pay $30/mo for comcast internet. I use netflix, hulu, and hbogo (friend's username), and i download everything else that i can't get from those places. I use an HD antenna for watching local news every once in a while and also throwing on the eagles games on the weekends to watch them lose. There's absolutely no use for cable tv. Call comcast and change your service to internet only and save your money.

FocusDude · 11-19-2011, 05:30 PM

^^Comcast never offered me $30/month internets...

Have Clear, have Netflix. I run netflix through the wii, while also on the the PC with no problems. Have DirecTv for cable, the combo is still about the same price as Comcasts cable after the promo runs out.

Clear IS noticeably slower then comcast. But in no way could I justify it. I even play WoW over Clear with pretty much no problems.

Both Clear and DirecTv are more reliable then comcast services.

That all being said, I'm pretty sure there is a tower within a quarter mile, probably an eighth.

11-18-2011, 02:53 AM	#1
12Pack Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Apr 2009 Member #13502 My Ride: 87 mustang gt, 88 mini s10 iTrader: (0)	any1 use netflix or clear internet? So im getting tired of paying $125 for a ***ty comcast connection as my modem randomly reboots itself all the time and 4 techs have no idea why. So at my wits end I asked a buddy and he told me about netflix which is only $8/month and clear internet which is $50/month and offers a 4g wireless connection. Wondering if anyone had any experience using them? Thanks! __________________ Four doors for more whores To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.*

11-18-2011, 09:41 AM	#4
justinlansdale Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Montgomeryville, PA Member #4286 My Ride: old BMW & obnoxious bike(s) iTrader: (5)	My ex-manager at work has clear, he said he likes the price but the service is noticeably slower than comcast. __________________ // To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-18-2011, 09:48 AM	#5
Honest_Bob TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Easton, PA Member #1179 My Ride: 05 WRX Wagon iTrader: (2)	Since its wireless its going to be considerably slower than cable. I wouldnt be expecting to stream HD quality movies through netflix using it, although it may be decent quality. Online gaming will also suffer. Wouldnt hurt to try it out, they probably offer a free trial period. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-18-2011, 01:09 PM	#10
zuki19 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lancaster, PA Member #7163 My Ride: 1999 Turbo Grand AM GT iTrader: (0)	solarmovie.eu; as for your connection, I recommend http://www.ptd.net or fios. __________________ RON PAUL 2012

11-18-2011, 01:27 PM	#11
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	If you're just using Netflix for Southpark and TV, use southparkstudios.com and ch131.com for the TV bits. __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery

11-18-2011, 02:55 AM	#2
ohfivegoat Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Fort Washington Member #21843 My Ride: 2005 Pontiac GTO iTrader: (0)	theres a place in erdenheim PA (near flour town) that sells clear its called navpoint their website is www.navpoint.com i have had some dealings with them in the past and they were great their number is 215-836-4600 ask for ivy she is the owner.

11-18-2011, 09:04 AM	#3
mcperson2k Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2009 Member #13471 My Ride: ██▓▒░ iTrader: (0)	Not one of the techs decided it was a good idea to replace the modem? Weird cause when I had them, the first thing they did every visit after checking the in out levels was to give me a new box. I heard clear is spotty as ****.

11-18-2011, 09:50 AM	#6
accordguy04 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Bethlehem, PA Member #18243 My Ride: 2004 Honda Accord 6-6 iTrader: (0)	I have Netflix and its awesome. The streaming is great but it takes pretty long to get anything new... if you want new releases you'll have to get the DVD mailers too. But no real complaints other than that, there is PLENTY of stuff to watch haha. And you cant beat that price. No dealings with CLEAR here.

11-18-2011, 11:00 AM	#8
Erik@R/TTuning Former Vendor Join Date: Aug 2010 Member #17281 My Ride: 2000 MR2 Spyder iTrader: (1)	You can scale back your Comcast (who I hate) to just internet and pay about as much as you would for Clear and get better internet speeds.

11-18-2011, 02:15 PM	#12
zuki19 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lancaster, PA Member #7163 My Ride: 1999 Turbo Grand AM GT iTrader: (0)	I use www.solarmovie.eu to stream tv shows and movies. REMEMBER: DO NOT DOWNLOAD THEM. You'll have your isp so far up your ass. __________________ RON PAUL 2012

11-18-2011, 02:37 PM	#13
Erik@R/TTuning Former Vendor Join Date: Aug 2010 Member #17281 My Ride: 2000 MR2 Spyder iTrader: (1)	That is a good point. Netflix for movies isn't great but their selection of TV shows is amazing. I watch a ton of History Channel shows, Military Channel shows, Sci-Fi, etc.

11-18-2011, 02:43 PM	#14
accordguy04 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Bethlehem, PA Member #18243 My Ride: 2004 Honda Accord 6-6 iTrader: (0)	They are a bit slow with some of the TV shows too... I'm still waitin for seasons 6 and 7 of Rescue Me, season 2 of Archer and The League. But theres SO MUCH to watch that it really doesnt matter. haha

11-18-2011, 05:47 PM	#15
Tru2Blu Tri-State Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Hamilton Member #1214 My Ride: 02 Mazda Millenia iTrader: (1)	I have clear. Connection is rather slow, and it reboots on its own every now and again. Im thinking its my location, but yea stay away from clear if you could. __________________ Quest for a 500awhp daily driven vr4....

11-18-2011, 06:04 PM	#16
bmatyeah Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: West Chester PA Member #4478 My Ride: 1997 Ford Mustang iTrader: (2)	netflix is garbage, getting rid of it was nice. Its going down hill, soon they wont be able to afford the contracts.

11-18-2011, 07:11 PM	#17
jesus_ralliart Tri-State Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Member #15649 My Ride: 05 neon iTrader: (0)	Netflix. New movies now and again and plenty of tv shows __________________ Ive had a bunch of cars....

11-18-2011, 09:53 PM	#18
RedWabbit Tri-State Addict Join Date: May 2010 Location: Upper Gwenydd Member #16558 My Ride: 00 VW Jetta Vr6, 97 Audi A4, 84 VW Rabbit Vert. Vr6, 81 VW Rabbit diesel truck, 81 VW Rabbit Hatch iTrader: (0)	you can stream netflix with clear no problem. clear will not compete with comcrap or fios. i normally had no issue getting a signal with the mobile card anywhere in philly and the surrounding areas.

11-19-2011, 05:30 PM	#20
FocusDude Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Lower Lower Bucks Member #6269 My Ride: 01 Focus ZX3 iTrader: (0)	^^Comcast never offered me $30/month internets... Have Clear, have Netflix. I run netflix through the wii, while also on the the PC with no problems. Have DirecTv for cable, the combo is still about the same price as Comcasts cable after the promo runs out. Clear IS noticeably slower then comcast. But in no way could I justify it. I even play WoW over Clear with pretty much no problems. Both Clear and DirecTv are more reliable then comcast services. That all being said, I'm pretty sure there is a tower within a quarter mile, probably an eighth. __________________ 2001 Ford Focus ZX3 - To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. - To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

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