Apple TV kicks off September with… Several important news. On the one hand, the streaming platform has once again raised subscription prices in the United States, and other countries have also taken the same measure. On the other hand, the company plans to launch a slew of content in the coming weeks, including series and movies starring A-list stars.
This is the fourth price increase since the service was launched. Apple has confirmed that this price increase will affect both new and existing users. Meanwhile, prices in Spain remain unchanged, which is undoubtedly good news for Spanish users. We’ll detail all the price increases below.
Price increases in the U.S. and other markets
Apple has costs to increase. The monthly fee for Apple TV in the United States has risen from US$12.99 to US$14.99, and the annual fee has also increased from US$99 to US$119. According to TechCrunch, the price adjustment took effect last Friday and was implemented simultaneously in Brazil, Chile and Mexico. Existing users will be notified before the new prices take effect.
In addition, the price increase also affects the Apple One package, which includes many of Apple’s services. The price of the Personal plan has increased from $19.95 to $21.95 per month, while the prices of the Family and Premium plans have remained unchanged. This is Apple’s fourth price increase. The platform has been doing well since its launch in 2019, when it cost $4,99 per month.
In Spain, prices remain unchanged. The monthly subscription costs 9,99 euros. This is good news for Spanish users, whose charges will not increase. Price increases in other countries may have something to do with this. Reasons for the price increase are the addition of live sports content.
September Issue: From Mayday to Brothers
Apple TV is gearing up for the September premiere of Mayday, a spy thriller starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, which will premiere on Friday the 4th. Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the film tells the story of a U.S. Navy pilot trapped behind enemy lines at the height of the Cold War, set against the backdrop of the recent… Mayday Trailer.
On September 9, the Australian drama series “Current Cause” starring Patrick Bramall and Maxine Peake premiered. The plot revolves around… A detective thinks he recognizes his missing daughter’s voice on an emergency call. The series has a total of six episodes and is broadcast weekly.
“Slow Horse” will return on September 16, when it will be launched… Liuhehui This spy drama starring Gary Oldman continues to tell the adventure story of the “Slow Horse Team”. This season, the team is forced to go on the run when their intelligence chief draws them into a revenge plot. There are six episodes in this season.
“Brothers” will be released on September 23. The comedy starring Matthew McConaughey also stars Woody Harrelson, who plays a fictional version of himself. The story revolves around two friends who discover that they may be brothers. The series has a total of eight episodes.
Growing product catalog
In addition to these premiere series, Apple TV continues to expand its content with original productions. The platform currently has more than 300 original movies and series. The price increase may help raise funds for new projects. The company has also confirmed that it will release second seasons of some of its hit series.
In the coming months, subscribers will be able to enjoy new chapters of series such as Dark Matter. The Curse of Widow’s Bay While they haven’t confirmed a specific date yet, it’s a safe bet that Apple TV will continue to launch new services. Bet on quality content to compete with other platforms.
Apple TV is gearing up for a hot autumn thanks to price increases in some markets and an attractive launch schedule. Spanish users are currently exempt from this price increase, but they will need to wait and see if the price increase trend changes. At the same time, the platform is continuing to solidify its position as one of the most attractive streaming services.
