Just as HBO remains one of the top streaming platforms, with hit shows like “The Last of Us,” “The White Lotus,” and “Euphoria” creating buzz, people can’t stop talking. However, there have been changes to its brand names, from HBO Go, HBO Now to HBO Max, which is now changing back to HBO Max. How are internet users reacting to the return of HBO Max Day? By making light-hearted comments like “They’re trolling us so hard with their jokes.
Initially debuting as Home Box Office (HBO) in 1972, the cable network transformed over time into something far beyond a basic cable channel. Following its shortening to simply “HBO,” the brand broadened its reach with offerings like HBO Go – an on-demand extension – and HBO Now, giving users access to HBO content without needing a traditional cable TV subscription.
In 2020, HBO Max was introduced as a platform offering exclusive WarnerMedia content. However, following its merger with Discovery, the service’s name was changed to just “Max.” After numerous name changes, it has been announced that the streaming service will revert back to HBO Max once again. Fans are rejoicing on HBO Max Day, expressing their excitement with humorous comments such as those from @jabontan.
I’m on the same page as this X user. For me, HBO Max has always been the name of the streaming service, even after the rebrand. To be honest, it’s hard for me to forget the familiar label. It seems like @jtimsuggs is echoing the sentiments of long-time subscribers about how confusing and frustrating name changes can be.
Well, here I am, diving back in. You know me, always ready for a good movie marathon! And as a movie buff, I can tell you that just like how I don’t want the names of my favorite movies changing every other day, I believe HBO Max should stick with its name to give some much-needed peace to their executive, Casey Bloys. After all, he’s shared that the constant name changes have kept him tossing and turning at night. So let’s keep things as they are, for both our sakes, right? As for what else Hugh P. Niz has to say about this new brand name change, I can only imagine it’s more of the same frustration we all feel when something familiar gets tweaked!
I don’t know if I’m subscribed to one or the other or both. It’s very frustrating.
The name change for rebranding is “troublesome.” Imagine having the app on your phone or TV and struggling to find it due to the new name. One might wonder, could HBO Maybe be next? @yourfavnook made us ponder about potential name changes from other well-known brands.
twitter you’re next
Since 2023, Twitter has been known as “X,” but my friends and I don’t call it that – we tweet. So, let’s hope that the site will revert to its original name like HBO Max did. @imnotpopbase also expressed frustration about HBO’s changes on social media.
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how many times are they going to change their name and logo 😭
Indeed, the transformation at HBO is quite noticeable, not just in its name but also in its logo. From being HBO Max and shifting from purplish tones to blue, it’s now returned to its iconic black-and-white emblem. With so many changes over time, it’s understandable that one might question what exactly they’re subscribing to these days. As for how long this change will persist, according to jstngraphics, it seems like a duration they anticipate.
just to rebrand back to max in a year, oh and make it black and white again LMAO
Based on HBO’s history, it’s possible they might undergo another rebranding, including a change in name and logo, next year. Yet, I hope the iconic black-and-white logo design remains, as it embodies the brand’s distinctive professionalism since its launch. A user by the name of X even suggested their own idea for the potential new name for the following year.
hbo max max max max max
That’s certainly an interesting approach to its naming, but I’d rather not complicate things further by having to recall another name too soon. It’s amusing, @CryptiqOfficial pointed out.
Lmao they’re trolling us so hard 😭
As a devoted fan, it seems like we’re participating in an ongoing social study. Each new app update feels like a surprise pop quiz on the streamer’s brand transformations, and I can’t help but wonder if this is the final round. Here’s to hoping for some stability from now on!
I’m glad that HBO Max Day seems to mark a return to the familiar HBO name for me. All the snide remarks from fans about the ongoing changes in the streaming service are understandable. Here’s hoping this is the end of its identity struggles. Despite the possible renaming of your HBO Max subscription, you can still enjoy the same top-notch, binge-worthy content that it offers.
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