%PDF-1.4 %âãÏÓ 1 0 obj << /Type /Catalog /Pages 2 0 R >> endobj 2 0 obj << /Type /Pages /Count 2 /Kids [5 0 R 7 0 R] >> endobj 3 0 obj << /Type /Font /Subtype /Type1 /BaseFont /Helvetica >> endobj 4 0 obj << /Type /Font /Subtype /Type1 /BaseFont /Helvetica-Bold >> endobj 5 0 obj << /Type /Page /Parent 2 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.28 841.89] /Resources << /Font << /F1 3 0 R /F2 4 0 R >> >> /Contents 6 0 R >> endobj 6 0 obj << /Length 5144 >> stream BT /F2 22 Tf 0.06 0.08 0.12 rg 1 0 0 1 46 789.89 Tm (Are Streaming Services Still Worth Your Money) Tj ET BT /F2 22 Tf 0.06 0.08 0.12 rg 1 0 0 1 46 762.89 Tm (This 2023?) Tj ET BT /F2 11 Tf 0.72 0.14 0.18 rg 1 0 0 1 46 725.89 Tm (TechRounder PDF Edition) Tj ET BT /F1 9.5 Tf 0.36 0.39 0.46 rg 1 0 0 1 46 709.89 Tm (Live article: https://www.techrounder.com/streaming/are-streaming-services-still-worth-your-money-this-2023/) Tj ET q 0.82 0.85 0.9 RG 1 w 46 691.39 m 549.28 691.39 l S Q BT /F1 10 Tf 0.24 0.27 0.32 rg 1 0 0 1 46 679.39 Tm (By Vipin PG | Published October 2, 2023 | Updated January 4, 2026 | Format: Article | 4 min read) Tj ET BT /F2 13 Tf 0.72 0.14 0.18 rg 1 0 0 1 46 656.39 Tm (In brief) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 636.39 Tm (Whether streaming services are worth your money in 2023 depends on your viewing habits, budget,) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 621.39 Tm (and entertainment priorities.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 596.39 Tm (Due to the increasing costs of streaming services, many people have one question in mind: are) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 581.39 Tm (streaming services still worth my money? This question can't be answered with a simple yes or no) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 566.39 Tm (because, well, to each their own. However, we can assess the factors that influence the value of) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 551.39 Tm (streaming services in your life so you can determine if streaming services are still worth your) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 536.39 Tm (money in 2023.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 514.39 Tm (Without further ado, let's dive deeper into these key factors and questions that help us understand) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 499.39 Tm (better if streaming services are still worth it.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 471.39 Tm (1. Viewing Habits) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 447.39 Tm (Do you spend countless hours immersed in the content offered by streaming platforms? Streaming) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 432.39 Tm (services might be a valuable investment if you're a dedicated binge-watcher who eagerly anticipates) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 417.39 Tm (the latest releases. On the other hand, if your TV time is limited, you may want to think twice about the) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 402.39 Tm (necessity of multiple subscriptions.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 380.39 Tm (The best thing about streaming services is you can cancel and resume your subscription hassle-free.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 365.39 Tm (So, for example, if you get busy for a specific duration and think you won't be able to maximize your) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 350.39 Tm (subscription, you can simply cancel it and re-subscribe when you have more time to watch your) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 335.39 Tm (favorite shows and movies.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 307.39 Tm (2. Quality vs. Quantity) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 283.39 Tm (It's not just about how much you watch but also what you watch. Some streaming services prioritize) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 268.39 Tm (quality over quantity, offering a smaller selection of carefully curated content. Others focus on) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 253.39 Tm (volume, as many people prefer many channels because they think they're getting the most out of what) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 238.39 Tm (they pay for.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 216.39 Tm (But there are still some streaming services, like Go Latino TV, that can deliver quality and quantity at a) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 201.39 Tm (reasonable price. You just need to do thorough research, read reviews, and compare different) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 186.39 Tm (streaming services to ensure you're getting the best deal that aligns with your preferences.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 158.39 Tm (3. Budget and Subscription Management) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 134.39 Tm (Take a moment to review your budget and the total cost of your streaming subscriptions. Are they) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 119.39 Tm (within your means, or do they strain your finances? Can you identify subscriptions that you're not) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 104.39 Tm (fully utilizing? Regularly auditing your subscriptions can help you allocate your funds more) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 89.39 Tm (effectively.) Tj ET q 0.86 0.88 0.92 RG 1 w 46 42 m 549.28 42 l S Q BT /F1 8.4 Tf 0.42 0.45 0.5 rg 1 0 0 1 46 30 Tm (TechRounder | Page 1 of 2) Tj ET BT /F1 7.2 Tf 0.42 0.45 0.5 rg 1 0 0 1 46 19 Tm (https://www.techrounder.com/pdf/blog/are-streaming-services-still-worth-your-money-this-2023.pdf) Tj ET endstream endobj 7 0 obj << /Type /Page /Parent 2 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.28 841.89] /Resources << /Font << /F1 3 0 R /F2 4 0 R >> >> /Contents 8 0 R >> endobj 8 0 obj << /Length 5144 >> stream BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 789.89 Tm (Also, as mentioned above, you can temporarily cancel and re-subscribe to a service once ready. That) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 774.89 Tm (way, you won't waste your money while no one uses your streaming service subscription.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 746.89 Tm (4. Family and Sharing Plans) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 722.89 Tm (If you're part of a family or have roommates, family or sharing plans can make streaming more) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 707.89 Tm (cost-effective. These plans often allow multiple users to have their profiles and enjoy content on) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 692.89 Tm (multiple devices simultaneously. While account sharing is allowed by most streaming platforms,) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 677.89 Tm (several services don't allow it or allow it but have specific limitations.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 655.89 Tm (A good example would be Netflix. Netflix allowed account sharing for years, but recently, they) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 640.89 Tm (announced that the accounts should only be shared by people within the same household or address.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 625.89 Tm (Now, people sharing accounts from different households would need to pay extra.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 603.89 Tm (So, if you're sharing a Netflix subscription and live in different households, consider whether it's still) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 588.89 Tm (worth sharing or keeping your subscription with that added cost.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 560.89 Tm (5. Promotions and Bundles) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 536.89 Tm (Streaming services often run promotions and bundle options that can provide significant savings. Be) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 521.89 Tm (on the lookout for discounts, special offers, and bundles to help you get the most value for your) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 506.89 Tm (money. Many platforms also offer free trials, but the duration is getting shorter and shorter. But still,) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 491.89 Tm (it allows you to test their service before committing to a subscription.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 469.89 Tm (You can also look for a service provider that offers great bundle packages, like streaming service +) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 454.89 Tm (internet. However, make sure that the services you bundle will both be used. Otherwise, you'll just) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 439.89 Tm (waste your money.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 411.89 Tm (6. Entertainment Priorities) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 387.89 Tm (Whether streaming services are still worth your money in 2023 depends on your entertainment) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 372.89 Tm (priorities. If you value the convenience, variety, and quality of content they offer and can comfortably) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 357.89 Tm (afford the subscription fees, they may continue to be a valuable investment.) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 335.89 Tm (However, it might be time to reevaluate your subscription lineup if you are overwhelmed by the cost or) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 320.89 Tm (underutilizing the services. You can also do some workarounds so you don't have to give up your) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 305.89 Tm (existing subscriptions. You just have to be creative and, well, clever.) Tj ET BT /F2 15 Tf 0.08 0.1 0.14 rg 1 0 0 1 46 277.89 Tm (Wrapping Up) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 253.89 Tm (Streaming services have indeed transformed the entertainment industry with convenience and content) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 238.89 Tm (variety. However, with the increasing costs, you must be mindful of your budget and assess whether) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 223.89 Tm (these services align with your viewing habits and preferences. This 2023, streaming services may) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 208.89 Tm (still be worth every penny for some, but not for others. So, it's best to take a balanced approach and) Tj ET BT /F1 11 Tf 0.14 0.16 0.2 rg 1 0 0 1 46 193.89 Tm (make the best decisions based on the abovementioned factors. Best of luck!) 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