Apple customers around the world are in for a surprise as the tech giant recently announced price hikes for its popular subscription services. Subscribers of Apple TV Plus, Apple Arcade, and Apple News Plus will all have to shell out at least $2 extra per month.
The price increases also extend to Apple’s all-in-one subscription bundles, known as Apple One. These bundles combine multiple services, allowing users to save some money. However, with the latest price adjustments, even these bundle deals will come at a greater cost.
While new subscribers will immediately face the higher prices, existing subscribers will have a grace period of 30 days until their next renewal. This means that they will be able to enjoy the current rates for a limited time before being impacted by the increased prices.
This marks the first time Apple has raised prices for Apple Arcade and Apple News Plus since their launch in 2019. However, it is not the first time the company has implemented such changes. Apple previously upped the prices for Apple TV Plus and Apple One bundles in October 2022.
It’s not all bad news though, as some of Apple’s other subscription services will remain unchanged. The prices for Apple Music, Apple Fitness Plus, and iCloud Plus will remain the same, providing some relief for customers who rely on these services.
Nevertheless, for those who find the price hike too steep or feel that the services no longer offer sufficient value, Apple will provide step-by-step instructions for cancelling subscriptions on iPhone, Mac, and PC. This ensures that users have the option to opt-out if they so choose.
In other Apple news, readers can look forward to updates about the upcoming Apple event on October 30th. The event is expected to unveil exciting new products and features. Additionally, readers can also find reviews of iOS 17 and the latest iPhone models for a complete Apple experience.
With these price hikes, Apple aims to continue providing top-quality services while balancing the increasing costs associated with their development and maintenance.
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