Sling TV Drops Innovative Streaming ‘Day Passes’ After Disney, Warner Bros Sued

TheChaiCentral • Oct 19, 2026 • 5 min read

Last year, Sling TV unveiled a rare bit of innovation in an increasingly enshittified streaming video market. They began offering what they called “mini-subscriptions,” allowing users to subscribe to live streaming TV for the day, weekend, or a full week for prices starting at around $5. It was a nice option for folks who don’t […]

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