Olivia Bono

Staff Writer

Olivia Bono loves entertainment, and she’s never going to shut up about it. Here at CableTV.com, you’ll find her writing about the wild world of streaming. Her specialty is animation—you can find much of her work at our anime hub page. Olivia previously wrote for the Cornell Daily Sun, where in addition to television, she reviewed movies, albums, and video games. Outside of work, she loves to listen to audiobooks, make art, and spend time outdoors.

Every Netflix, HBO Max, and Hulu Price Increase: The History of Streaming Service Prices

by Olivia Bono | Feb 12, 2026 | Entertainment, Industry News

I’ve compiled data on all of our favorite streaming services to see the bigger picture. Which services are making reasonable changes, and which are taking advantage of economic panic?

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Best On-Demand Streaming Services 2026: Apple TV, Netflix, and More

by Olivia Bono | Feb 10, 2026 | Best of the Best, Industry News, Reviews, Streaming

Which streaming services are still worth it in 2026? Our streaming expert has rounded up the Best of the Best of on-demand streaming in 2026 to get you the scoop on price, shareability, exclusive content, and more.

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How You Can Watch the Oscars Live 2026: Broadcast, Streaming, Cable

by Bill Frost and Olivia Bono | Feb 6, 2026 | Entertainment

The 98th Academy Awards will air live on ABC on Sunday, March 15, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, with returning host Conan O’Brien. We’ve already seen some prestigious ceremonies so far this year, but the Oscars is the biggest whale of awards season.

What’s the Best Alternative to Optimum?

by Eric Chiu and Olivia Bono | Feb 4, 2026 | Internet, Reviews

If you’re finally ready to jump ship from Optimum, here’s what you need to know about alternatives to Optimum TV and internet service.

Best Streaming Services for Anime 2026

by Olivia Bono | Feb 4, 2026 | Anime, Best of the Best, Entertainment

Our experts tested every major service and found that Hulu provides the best user experience for anime fans.

How to get Peacock for free with Xfinity

Is Peacock Really Free With Xfinity?

by Olivia Bono | Feb 2, 2026 | Entertainment

You might have heard that Xfinity customers get a free Peacock subscription. But if you’re at all familiar with internet service providers and their bundle deals, you might be approaching that claim with suspicion. What’s the catch? What does the fine print say?