If you can't figure out the differences between HBO, HBO Go, HBO Now, and HBO Max, don't worry, the company will simplify the names of its services next month. First, HBO Go will be disbanding on July 31. Subscribers who have HBO Go through their cable provider will be prompted to connect to HBO Max before this date, which makes sense, since most HBO subscribers get the latest streaming service for free. free. Second, HBO Now will soon be called HBO. It will still have the same movies and shows you'd expect from the HBO Now app, but it won't feature the original content the company creates on HBO Max. "Implementing these changes allows us to further strengthen HBO Max as the primary platform for accessing not only HBO's robust offering, but also an extensive library of WarnerMedia originals and purchased content, while also simplifying our offering to consumers. on the market," HBO said in an email to Engadget. In short: If you are currently paying for any of the services, you will still receive that service, it will simply have a different name or include even more content. It's a win-win.
Remind me, what is HBO Max?
HBO Max is the biggest and best streaming service from the media company. It includes all HBO movies and shows, as well as original content from other Warner-owned companies like DC Comics and Sesame Street, as well as licensed content like Studio Ghibli movies. It is quite complete. In addition to what currently exists, HBO will produce original content for the subscription service that could include the Game of Thrones prequel. In terms of price, it's exactly the same cost as HBO Now: $14.99 (around $11, AU$22) per month. Basically, if you don't pay for HBO through your cable subscription and want to watch HBO, this service is for you.- So what is the service like? Check out our HBO Max review to hear our thoughts!