People have plenty of options for entertainment in today’s tech-driven world. Television has been one of the best modes of entertainment for long, but more and more people are switching to online streaming services nowadays. While both of these entertainment mediums vary in terms of consumer behavior, let’s take a look at the most popular streaming services and TV cable packages you can enjoy over the upcoming weekend:

Best streaming services

• HBO Now
  People who don’t prefer watching cable TV can opt for HBO Now for watching movies, documentaries, and TV specials. You can also view all the content on this streaming service through the HBO Go application, which can be accessed on tablets and mobile phones. Currently, HBO Now has over 5 million subscribers and is available on various devices like Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Microsoft Xbox, and PlayStation Vue, among others.
• Netflix
  Netflix has a huge library of TV shows, movies, and documentaries, and the streaming service regularly adds to its library. Plus, you can watch exclusive “Netflix originals” content, including movies and shows. The subscription price is based on the number of screens you opt for, and the service allows you to view content on up to 4 screens at a time with a single account.
• Amazon Prime
  The yearly subscription of Amazon Prime comes at just $99, making it one of the most economical options among the most popular streaming services and TV cable packages. You can enjoy thousands of shows, movies, and documentaries on Amazon Prime, and it also comes with additional benefits. In addition to the streaming service, you can get free delivery on the Amazon Shopping app and access to the Prime Music app.
• Hulu
  Hulu is the most popular streaming service among people who want to view TV content, and the platform has hundreds of shows. In addition, you can view the original content of Hulu. Shows from different networks like ABC, NFC, and Fox are available on this platform, and you can choose from two types of subscriptions: with ads or free of them.

Best TV cable packages

• DIRECTV Ultimate All Included
  Although the biggest package from DIRECTV called DIRECTV Premier looks most tempting as it has a host of channels, the Ultimate package offers great value for money. You will love it, especially if you’re a sports fan, as it includes NBA TV, MLB Network, and NFL Network. Plus, you get NFL Sunday ticket for a year without any additional cost.
• DISH America’s Top 200
  DISH America’s Top 200 is the perfect choice if you have kids in the house. The channels in this package include Disney XD and Animal Planet, and kids’ viewing can be controlled or categorized in different categories.