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Whether you’re wanting to watch movies, sports or live TV, entertainment services have what you’re looking for at a reasonable price.
Who is still paying for cable? Paying ballooning bills for hundreds of channels that no one is watching is so last decade. Consumers are moving from redundant programming that goes unwatched to curated solutions that deliver a la carte viewing choices and affordable plans.
According to the Leichtman Research Group, major U.S. pay-TV providers representing 93% of the market lost 1.53 million subscribers in the second quarter of 2019, up from just 420,000 over the same time in 2018.
You’re familiar with Netflix and Amazon Prime, but here’s what you need to know about the latest programming options.
On-Demand Streaming Services
Disney+ ($6.99 per month or $69.99 a year) The long-awaited Disney+ service is a dedicated home for the entire vault of movies, shows and originals from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and more. Exclusive originals include the first live-action Star Wars series, The Mandalorian.
HBO Max ($14.99 per month)
Launching in May 2020, this WarnerMedia offering allows direct-billed HBO NOW sub- scribers to get access for no extra cost. The service’s 10,000 hours of HBO premium content will include HBO Max Originals and programming from Warner Bros., New Line, the DC Universe, CNN, Cartoon Network and more.
Apple TV+ ($4.99 per month)
Featuring a hefty lineup of original content, this service launched in November 2019 and is free for the first week. Subscribers can curate their own streaming packages via the app with libraries from Hulu, AT&T TV Now, HBO and others delivering exclusive original shows, movies and documentaries.
Live TV Streaming Services
YouTube TV ($49.99 per month)
YouTube TV delivers 70-plus channels including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, HGTV, TNT and more. No contracts, commitments or hidden fees are bolstered by unlimited DVR storage, while premium options such as Showtime and Starz are available for an additional charge.
AT&T Watch TV ($15 per month)
AT&T’s live TV stream doesn’t include local network programming or a DVR, but the competitive price and 15,000 titles of on-demand movies and shows make it a viable option for many. The base package includes 35+ channels of live tv; premium channel add-ons are available.
Sling TV Blue ($25 to $40 per month)
Dish Network’s Sling TV service provides two packages — Orange and Blue. The former offers fewer channels but includes ESPN; the latter delivers more channels while swapping out ESPN for Fox Sports and NBC Sports. The two are combined into more than 50 channels with the $40 option.