Comcast (CMCSA, CMCSK) announced on Wednesday the launch of an ultra-low latency connectivity experience, aimed at providing customers with a significantly reduced delay when using interactive applications.
This cutting-edge technology is crafted to improve real-time activities, such as gaming, video conferencing, and virtual reality, thereby setting a new benchmark for internet responsiveness.
Initially, Comcast's low-lag Xfinity internet service will benefit users engaging in activities such as FaceTime on Apple devices, Meta's mixed reality headsets, NVIDIA's GeForce NOW, as well as various games available on Valve's Steam platform.
Over time, this innovative technology will expand to include more applications adopting Comcast's open standard, broadening the reach of improved connectivity.
The company highlights that this development is not just about accelerating internet speeds. By significantly reducing lag, Comcast seeks to provide a more seamless and responsive online experience for its users.
Currently, CMCSA is trading on the Nasdaq at $37.69, reflecting an increase of 0.36 percent, or $0.14.
