You'll soon be able to get Netflix for less by watching commercials.

The streaming service officially announced it is adding an ad-supported tier as subscriber growth slows.

Netflix isn't alone: Both NBC's Peacock and Hulu offer lower-cost, ad-supported subscriptions, and Disney+ said it will offer a similar deal.

It's obvious a lot of people will take advantage of these ad-supported offers, but for me, the great thing about streaming services is the lack of ads.

Will ads come to Apple TV+, which is currently fee-paying only? Seems unlikely in the short run, and at $4.99 a month, Apple TV+ is already cheaper than most rivals.

-- Leander Kahney, EIC.

Commercials are coming to Netflix — www.cultofmac.com

It’s official: Netflix is adding a cheaper, ad-supported tier to its streaming service. The change is apparently intended to reverse a recent drop in subscribers. It’s part of a trend, as rival streaming service Disney+ announced this spring it is making the same move. Will Apple TV+ follow?

Apple’s Back to School promo bundles gift card up to $150 with new Mac or iPad — www.cultofmac.com

Apple’s yearly promotion is now live in the United States, Canada and other parts of the world. The company is offering a gift card of up to $150 on eligible purchases. Additionally, students can score an extra 20% off an AppleCare+ subscription.

Chris Evans, aka Captain America, finally bids farewell to his iPhone 6s — www.cultofmac.com

The Marvel Studios star gives the internet a thrill when he finally says goodbye to his trusty iPhone 6s with a lovely little eulogy.

Windows 10 lifetime license only $13, Office $28 -- end of June super discounts up to 91%! — www.cultofmac.com

Keysbuff.com lets you grab great deals on software. And Cult of Mac readers can get additional savings on lots of Microsoft titles. Just use promo code COM at Keysbuff.com to save an extra 25%.

Today in Apple history: iPhone 4 arrives with Retina display — www.cultofmac.com

On June 24, 2010, Apple's fourth-generation iPhone went on sale. With FaceTime and more, the iPhone 4 quickly became a smash hit for Apple.

Time for big deals: Up to $126 off Apple Watch 7 and SE — www.cultofmac.com

In the market for an Apple Watch 7, or maybe the more-affordable Apple Watch SE? Amazon discounted both on Friday, so now could be the time to make that purchase.

How 'For All Mankind' created the color Apple Newton that never existed — www.cultofmac.com

An episode of the Apple TV+ sci-fi show features some retro Apple tech that real people in the 1990s could only dream of, including a Newton with a color screen. And one that can make video calls!

Travel-ready 7-in-1 USB-C hub packs both HDMI and DisplayPort [Review] ★★★★☆ — www.cultofmac.com

With Hyper’s HyperDrive USB4 Mobile Dock, you’re ready to connect to either HDMI or DisplayPort monitors at 4K or even 8K. The USB-C hub also includes dual USB-A ports, Ethernet and more. Plus, it’s the right size to use in your office or on the road.

Mounts make the most of a home videoconferencing center [Setups] — www.cultofmac.com

Mounts can mobilize so much of your gear — computers, displays, microphones — so you can use the items when you need them, then push them out of the way when you don’t. That opens up desk space. And you can minutely adjust their positioning, too. Today’s featured MacBook Pro and Mac Studio setup takes advantage of mounts for the computers, display, video camera and microphone.

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"And so I haven't got any sort of odd chip on my shoulder about proving anything to myself or anybody else. And remember, though the outside world looks at success from a numerical point of view, my yardstick might be quite different than that. My yardstick may be how every computer that's designed from here on out will have to be at least as good as a Macintosh." -- Steve Jobs