Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) announced the launch of the X1 Platform from Xfinity in the Greater Baltimore area. X1 uses IP technology and cloud servers to integrate video with social media features, interactive apps, web content and more in one viewing experience.X1 will initially be available to new Xfinity Triple Play customers in the Greater Baltimore area, and will become available to additional customers segments in the future. X1 is currently available in 13 markets, and Comcast plans to launch the service in all remaining markets by the end of the year.