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love island fans are about to get a harsh reality check on their streaming bills

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love island fans are about to get a harsh reality check on their streaming bills

If you’ve been streaming love island on Hulu or Peacock, get ready for a major price hike that could hit your wallet as soon as next month. The streaming giant is rolling out new ad-supported tiers that sound cheaper at first, but experts warn the shift will actually cost most households more in the long run. Here’s the catch: many love island bingeing plans that were once $4.99 with ads are now being replaced by a $9.99 base plan, while the ad-free option jumps to $17.99—a 50% increase from last year. To make matters worse, subscribers are being forced to upgrade to premium tiers just to avoid commercials during the most dramatic recoupling episodes. The real kicker? The new plans often lock you into annual contracts with hidden fees for canceling early, meaning your casual love island obsession could suddenly cost you an extra $150 a year. Don’t get left holding the bag—check your latest bill now before the next dump schedule hits your feed.