Month: June 2021
When does Prime Day end – and is it really the end?
Want more Amazon Prime Day 2022 deals? Well, this is precisely how long you have left.
We’re well into day two of Amazon Prime Day 2023, and time is running out to bag yourself a deal. So just how much time do you have left? Well depends on where you’re located, and below we’ll give you the exact times for the US East and West coasts, the UK, and Australia.
Unlike Black Friday in which deals run far beyond the end of the actual day itself, and through the weekend into Cyber Monday, Amazon Prime Day ends at the close of the second day. Even if a particular brand extends its own offers, there’s no guarantee that the best Amazon spotlight or lightning deals will go past the last day.
Here’s when Prime Day 2023 will end in your time zone:
What time does Prime Day 2022 end?
For bargain hunters in the US, Amazon Prime Day 2023 ends at the following time:
2.59am EDT on Thursday, July 1311.59pm PDT on Wednesday, July 12
As for folks shopping in Europe, Amazon has made the end of Prime Day relative to your time zone. Amazon UK’s Prime Day ends at 11:59pm BST on Wednesday, July 11. French and German shoppers have until 11:59pm CEST, and so on.
Similarly, for those in Australia, Prime Day ends at 11:59pm AEST on Wednesday, July 12.
And how long do Prime Day deals last?
Good question. As we’ve mentioned, this year’s Prime Day deals officially end at midnight on the second day. The good news is that Amazon will be continually releasing new deals between now and the close of Prime Day business, so there’s plenty of time to bag a bargain.
Just bear in mind that these deals will run for differing amounts of time, depending on what type of Prime Day deal each one is, and on how long stock lasts.
There are two main types of Prime Day deal:
Deals of the day
These promotions run for a set amount of time, or until the product sells out. New ones are released throughout the day, and you’ll see a timer on the product page, showing you have long you have left to claim each deal – and in reality, the good ones have been on sale for quite some time and are already selling out, so be quick.
Lightning deals
These are fast promotions in which a limited number of discounts are offered on an item for a short period. These deals don’t last long, but if you have Prime, you get 30-minute early access.
You’ll need a Prime membership to get access to most of these deals, but if you’re not signed up, you can still take part with a free 30-day trial of Prime. Amazon says it’ll be releasing lots of new deals throughout the entire 48-hour sale, so there’s still plenty of time left to grab a bargain. However, many deals have already sold out too so if you see something you like, it’s a good idea to grab it while you can.
What to buy before Prime Day 2023 ends
You came here to find out when Prime Day ends, so clearly you’re hoping to get some last-minute shopping in before Amazon metaphorically puts up the ‘Closed’ sign and shoos everyone off of the site.
More Amazon deals to check out (before they’re gone…)
Sling Orange: what is it, how much does it cost, and what’s available to watch?
Sling Orange has everything to keep family and sports fans alike entertained. We explain how much it costs and everything you get with this Sling TV plan.
An alternative to steeply priced cable subscriptions, Sling TV has two plans available, as well as the option to bundle both together. Sling Orange pertains to families with a range of channels in its roster that benefit all tastes and interests within one household, as well as being the plan of choice for sports fans.
Save 50% on your first month of Sling Orange
Including live sports channels and kids channels like Disney Channel, there is also a heavy dose of entertainment with Freeform and more niche channels. Below we’ve broken down what you’ll get from a Sling Orange package: the channels exclusive to the plan alongside the full line-up, plus the exciting Extras available to enliven your streaming experience.
Get 50% off your first month of Sling TV
Opt for either its Orange or Blue plan (or both) and new and returning customers can currently save 50% off their first month of Sling TV. That brings the price down from $40 to $20. Or, if you opt for both, it’ll cost $30 for your first month of both the Blue and Orange packages.
Sling Orange explained: what is the package and how does it differ from the Blue plan?
Sling TV Orange is made up of 31 channels from the Sling TV channels roster. It includes three ESPN channels, MotorTrend, the Disney Channel and Freeform, describing itself as the perfect package for NBA coverage and families, while Sling Blue is tailored for those who want more entertainment and news.
ESPN provides coverage of everything from football, boxing, basketball, tennis, and golf, while car enthusiasts can enjoy Top Gear and more on MotorTrend.
There’s heaps of child-oriented programming courtesy of the Disney Channel. Meanwhile Freeform provides even more movies and TV shows aimed at families – for example, The Lion King, Grown-ish, 10 Things I Hate About You – but of a more grown-up, PG-rated nature.
The only other disparity between Sling Orange and Blue is the number of devices subscribers can stream to with each. A Sling TV Orange package lets one user log in and watch content at a time, while Blue allows you up to three simultaneous streams.
How much does Sling Orange cost?
A Sling Orange subscription is $40 per month, which makes it an incredibly affordable option when compared to IPTV platforms like Hulu with Live TV and FuboTV. Currently you can also shave 50% off your first month thanks to one of the current best streaming deals available.
Not only do you get an enticing bundle of live channels and VOD content, but 50 hours DVR storage is thrown in for free – which just about makes up for the lack of a Sling TV free trial right now. That’s perfect for recording the latest football match or that explosive TV season finale. There’s no long-term contract, either – unlike cable – so you can cancel your membership at any time.
Check out our Sling TV price and packages guide for more information on what a Sling TV plan can offer or our Sling TV promo codes page for all the latest money off offers.
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What Sling Orange Channels can I watch?
A&E
AMC
AXS TV
BBC America
BET
Bloomberg TV
Cartoon Network
Cheddar News
CNN
Comedy Central
Comet
Disney Channel
Full list of Sling Orange channels
EPIX Drive-In
ESPN
ESPN 2
ESPN 3
Food Network
Freeform
Fuse
HGTV
History Channel
IFC
Investigation Discovery
Lifetime
Local Now
MotorTrend
Newsy
Nick Jr.
Stadium
TBS
TNT
Travel Channel
VICE
What else can I watch on Sling TV?
The great thing about Sling is that, once you’ve picked your core plan, you can enhance it by purchasing additional content for an extra fee: themed bundles of content, a la carte Premium channels, and even a wide range of international programming, including Spanish-language content from Sling Latino. So, you can diversify and expand your plan according to your budget.
There are eight mini bundles available, depending on your interests:
Total TV Deal – $21
4 Extras Deal – $13
Sports Extra – $11
Comedy Extra – $6
News Extra – $6
Lifestyle Extra – $6
Hollywood Extra – $6
Heartland Extra – $6
AMC+ – $7
Even more excitingly, you can add 37 Premium channels to your line-up, ranging in price between $3 and $10 each. These include Showtime, Starz, Hallmark Movies Now, and even Dog TV.
For a more thorough breakdown of what Sling can offer, read our Sling TV channels explained guide.
You can find more information about how to sign up to Sling here. We also have dedicated guides on how to get Sling TV on Fire Stick and Sling TV on Roku. If you’re still unsure whether it’s the ideal choice for you, we’ve also compared the best TV streaming services currently available in more detail.
Is Disney Plus account sharing allowed? Latest crackdown measures
Can you share your login with Winnie the Pooh and Friends? We explain the latest on everything there is to know about the dos and don’ts of Disney Plus account sharing.
Netflix has finally delivered on its promise to crackdown on account sharing, and it looks like Disney Plus might finally be following suit. For those wanting to find out the latest on whether or not Disney Plus account sharing is allowed, we’ve delved into everything you need to know in our guide below.
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It’s acknowledged that a degree of Disney Plus account sharing is inevitable. Since its peak of 164.2 subscribers at the end of 2022, though, Mickey Mouse’s streaming service has been on a slight downward trajectory, with the latest 2023 Q2 earnings call alluding to crackdown methods being in the platform’s future. While nothing has changed as of yet, then, Disney might not be quite so ‘Hakuna Matata’ about account sharing.
Disney Plus account sharing: what the Ts&Cs say:
There’s nothing explicitly denouncing Disney Plus account sharing in the Subscriber Agreement. The emphasis is instead on the account holder’s responsibility to keep this information safe, stating that they, rather than Disney Plus, will be liable for any damage arising from their login details being misused by others.
It’s laid out in Section 1: User Eligibility and Registration, stating: “You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your username and password and for all activities that occur on or through your Disney+ and ESPN+ accounts. However, if you allow others to access your Disney+ or ESPN+ account, this Agreement, as well as any specific consents you may have provided, also applies to their access, use, and disclosure of information”.
So, Disney Plus is aware that subscribers may choose to provide their login details to family and friends. The platform’s functionality basically encourages this, with each account able to run multiple concurrent streams from different devices, and offering the ability to create up to 7 individualized profiles.
But, if your account starts being accessed from dozens of devices over many geographic locations, this is likely to be flagged as “suspicious activity” which may lead to your account being blocked or terminated.
In August 2023, though, CEO Bob Iger commented on password sharing on Disney Plus, and plans to actively control the situation.
“We already have the technical capability to monitor much of this [password sharing]. And I’m not going to give you a specific number, except to say that it’s significant. What we don’t know, of course, is as we get to work on this, how much of the password sharing as we basically eliminate it will convert to growth in subs.”
Apparently we can expect its new account sharing terms by the end of 2023, which will then come into effect in 2024.
Been too free with your password? You can change it in your account settings and gradually ice out your loved ones. Or – a much nicer idea – buy them a Disney Plus gift card for a special occasion.
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How do I add someone to my Disney Plus account?
First off, you need to be a paying Disney Plus member. You can check out everything a subscription offers in our Disney Plus price guide and the best deals available, though – spoiler alert – there’s no longer a Disney Plus free trial.
Then, you can create up to 7 user profiles. Each one maintains the individual’s viewing history, produces a line-up of ‘Recommended’ titles based on this, and lets them create their own unique ‘Watchlist’.
Setting up a personalized profile for a child, partner, parent or friend is easy. Just follow the instructions provided below:
Sign in to your Disney Plus accountClick on your avatarSelect ‘Edit Profiles’Click on the “+” ‘Add Profile’ iconPick an AvatarEnter a name for the profile and then select “Save”
Further customization includes: disabling/enabling GroupWatch, enable a child friendly Kids Profile (this makes only TV-Y7FV and G-rated content available), and set up a 4-digit Profile Pin for additional security.
You can delete a profile by clicking on ‘Edit Profiles’, selecting the pencil icon under the relevant avatar, and selecting ‘Delete Profile’ at the end of that webpage.
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How many devices can you have Disney Plus on?
With Disney Plus account sharing you can watch content on four different devices at the same time. That means your youngest can enjoy Muppets Now on the smart TV while Marvel-loving teens kick-back with The Falcon and the Winter Soldier on their iPad. If you receive Error Code 13 trying to stream your favorite show, though, it’s likely your account is being accessed by more than four people at once…
Additionally, you can download content to a whopping 10 mobile devices to view offline too. That way you need never endure a dull moment in the Post Office queue or on your way to work.
As we detail in this piece on Disney Plus devices, there’s lots of tech compatible with the Disney Plus app, all of which you could use to stream exciting original TV shows like Ms Marvel and Obi-Wan Kenobi.