we no longer own our own computers

What are you even on about?

Phones, computers and screens are still very affordable from a historical perspective and compared to the 2000s, you can easily pirate all media and games and own them in perpetuity, and it's incredibly affordable to buy stuff online direct from the manufacturer. Buying second hand components and stuff has arguably also never been easier. If you're not an idiot, it's also still relatively (RIP specialised forums) easy to find the information to repair most things yourself online too. Especially with parts being so readibly available. Freeing yourself of Microsoft has also never been easier.

I went to a shop recently, was quoted 2500 for something. Twenty years ago I would have had no alternative. Now, I simply went on the internet and ordered direct from the manufacturer for 500.

everything we have is rented

I mean, housing is ridiculously expensive, sure. But what are you renting except your home?

a subscription to EVERYTHING in your life

I mean, honestly... You're quite clearly too young to have been paying bills in the 2000s aren't you?

Streaming is getting more expensive, but if you adjust for inflation, it's still cheaper than cable/internet was back in the 2000s. I mean, my mobile plan costs me 5 euros a month for limitless calls, data, and calls. Back in the 2000s I would have been able to send 20 text messages for that amount.

And it's not as if you need to pay for streaming. You need an internet subscription, a phone plan, and a VPN (which is also incredibly affordable).

Also, a reminder that hetero white male America is not the world. It really wasn't that great in the 2000s for a lot of us.