Five years ago, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu with Live TV would cost you around $56 a month. Not bad! Today, the exact services will run you over $106. How’s that for outrageous?

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I think we’re all wondering the same thing. Am I really saving any money since I ditched cable for streaming? And about those commercials … they’ve come to streaming, too.

Just this week, Disney+ and Hulu said that come October, prices will increase. Ad-free Disney+ is going from $11 to $14 — ad-free Hulu from $14 to $18. You could pay less to watch some ads, but … they’re annoying.

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We’ve come a long way from the days of visiting Blockbuster Video on a Friday night to find a few movies to pass the weekend. These days, you don’t have to get off the couch to rent the latest Hollywood smash hit.

Now, you just fire up the smart TV and connect to your favorite streaming service to have fantastic content at your fingertips. Giants like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+ and Paramount+ have emerged as dominant players, offering a vast array of movies, TV shows and original content.

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Ah, the summer lull. Your shows are done, actors are striking and it’s too hot to spend much time outside. I’ve got your back. Below are the most popular streaming shows for the week of July 10.

I admit it …

I’ve only seen two of these top shows. Go through the list and try to guess which ones they are.

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If we’re going to pay through the nose for streaming services, we better get the most out of them. Here’s a look at classics and new releases coming to the big platforms this month.

What’s streaming in June?

Netflix: “Groundhog Day,” “Terminator 2,” Dunkirk,” “Spider-Man” 1 through 3, “The Breakfast Club,” “Jarhead.”

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Wouldn’t it be great if all your favorite shows and movies were on the same platform? Sadly, all the good stuff is scattered across different apps, including Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and HBO Max. If you’re juggling multiple subscriptions, these streaming services can burn a massive hole in your wallet.

You may have even signed up for services you don’t watch but still pay for. Let’s look at the top streaming service costs and give you some options to reduce your monthly bills.

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When cord-cutting was all the rage, the driving force was to save money. Why pay hundreds of dollars monthly for cable when you can get great shows and movies through streaming services?

The problem is the savings didn’t last long. Streaming services like DirecTV Stream, Netflix and Hulu always increase prices. Tap or click here for details on some recent price hikes.

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Just as certain as death and taxes, so too are price increases for certain services. Several mobile service providers hiked prices over the last few months, and streaming services are following suit. Netflix increased its standard offering earlier this year to $13.99, and Spotify did the same in April.

There is no way around it if you rely on streaming services to get the latest content. Most users might not be happy with price increases, but it is usually a last resort for the companies involved. Tap or click here to get Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO, Spotify free if you have these phone providers.

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It seems like every week, we hear about an awesome new show to watch. But when you’re swept away by a tsunami of eye-catching titles, it’s easy to fall behind the crowd. Tap or click here for an easy way to find great streaming content.

It can be super annoying to fall in love with a show right as the buzz is dying down. When that happens, you have no one to share your excitement or theories with!

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Over the years, streaming services have gone from a bit of a luxury to being nearly essential in every household. With broadband more readily available, switching to streaming is easier than ever.

Streaming providers know the competition is fierce, so most will do anything in their power to have you on their service. Netflix recently stopped giving new subscribers a free trial, but plenty of other services still do. Tap or click here to check out streaming services that offer free trials.

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Many of us would be lost without streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, even during a normal year. Throw in a pandemic, and people are relying on them even more.

Streaming services are like chips — you can’t eat just one, and prices can add up quickly if you’re paying for multiple options. Tap or click here to find out which popular live TV streaming service recently raised its monthly rates.

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Cyber Monday is a great day for discounts on all things tech, but the savings aren’t just for physical goods. You can actually find competitive deals on software, streaming services and digital downloads if you know what to watch for.

Want a head start on your Cyber Monday shopping? Tap or click here to see some of our favorite picks you can buy right now.

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Nothing in the tech world lasts forever, especially when it comes to streaming services. Between price hikes and rotating content, you’re lucky if a streaming plan gives you exactly what you paid for year after year.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led some of the world’s biggest streaming services to re-evaluate costs and benefits. Tap or click here to see how Netflix is ditching free trials and the alternatives you can try instead.

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Netflix was one of the first streaming services to go mainstream — and since then, the landscape for online movies and TV has changed drastically. Now, there are so many streaming networks that we can barely list them all.

It’s not just the amount of services that’s changed, either. The oldest services like Netflix and Hulu have jumped up in price compared to the rates of yesteryear. Tap or click here to compare the subscription costs of each streaming service.

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How much time do you spend binging your favorite shows on streaming services? If you don’t know, check with Netflix, Hulu or Roku — because these companies certainly do.

Streaming services collect user data the same way social media companies do. But unlike social media companies, streaming services have in-depth knowledge about your tastes and viewing habits. Tap or click here to see how long it takes to binge-watch the most popular shows on streaming.

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Cord-cutting is more than just a trend these days — it’s the norm. The prevalence of streaming has led to a drastic decline in traditional cable subscriptions, and streaming services with live TV have only deepened the blow.

YouTube TV initially got high marks from fans and critics for its relatively cheap entry price and wide range of channels to choose from. Tap or click here to see what YouTube TV started off with.

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One of the saddest things about following tech is how transient everything is. Today’s hot commodity can become yesterday’s garbage in a matter of weeks, and the cycle is inevitable for any kind of device once enough time has passed.

And as tech marches on, so does compatibility with older devices. Just a few short months ago, Netflix announced it would no longer support older smart TVs that come bundled with the app. The issue stems from compatibility problems with Netflix’s autoplay feature, but it’s more likely a natural part of the product’s life cycle. Tap or click to see why that might be.

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Forget baseball — binge watching is the new American pastime, quarantine or not. And with so much media at our disposal these days, why not curl up on the couch and watch some of our favorite TV shows back-to-back? It’s not like we have to wait days and days between episodes anymore.

But as anyone who binge-watches TV can tell you, it’s pretty much the ultimate time sink. As you get invested in stories, your perception of time goes out the window. Before you know it, your entire afternoon has flown by. You meant to get up, right?

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If you thought a global pandemic would stop cybercriminals in their tracks, think again. The dregs of society haven’t cut back on their devious schemes at all.

In fact, they’ve ramped up attacks by incorporating COVID-19 into many of their scams. Tap or click here for details on the latest coronavirus-related scams.

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Finding yourself with more free time than you’re used to? Not sure what to do with yourself? Whether you’re working from home or just relaxing, there’s only so little a person can do before they start to get a little stir-crazy.

But what can you do to keep busy? If you’re looking for a temporary distraction, tap or click here for five things you should sanitize. Cleaning is nice, but you need something to fill that mental void. So what else can you do?

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