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Everything you need to know about new streaming service, Apple TV+
Apple has launched its long-rumoured TV streaming service, Apple TV+, at a star-studded event featuring the likes of Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey. The new service comes at a competitive time for streaming, with Netflix and Amazon Prime currently leading the way, and Disney and WarnerMedia currently preparing their own offerings. Here is everything you…
Who are Apple’s streaming rivals? Netflix v Amazon Prime Video v Britbox v Disney+
Apple will enter the video subscription market later on Monday when the technology giant is expected to announce plans for a new TV and film service. Here is a closer look at the rivals Apple will be up against: Netflix The most high-profile of the rival services, Netflix has more than 130 million subscribers globally…
Apple prepares to unveil TV and news subscription services
Apple is expected to announce plans for a TV and news subscription service on Monday when it hosts a live event at its California headquarters. Reports suggest the iPhone maker will introduce a subscription-based TV and film service to rival the likes of Netflix and Amazon Prime Video by offering a central hub from which…
Netflix tests UK price increases of at least £1 per month
Netflix has confirmed it is testing different prices in the UK for its video streaming service after users spotted price increases on some devices. The platform’s basic plan costs £5.99 per month, while its standard subscription comes in at £7.99 and premium costs £9.99, but some people have started noticing price hikes on the company’s…
Apple announces second generation £199 AirPods with wireless charging case
Apple has announced a new version of its wireless earphones – AirPods – which can be used with a wireless charging case for the first time. The technology giant’s cable-free earpieces have also been given an updated processor to aid quicker connection time with music players and the ability to activate virtual assistant Siri using…
Netflix ‘won’t be involved in Apple’s TV streaming service’
Apple is expected to announce its own video streaming platform at its California headquarters on March 25, which is thought to come with original content as well as programming from existing broadcasters and entertainment producers. However, Netflix will not be part of the new service, its boss Reed Hastings has told US media. Speaking at…
Apple unveils iPad mini and iPad Air with Apple Pencil support
Apple has announced its first new iPad mini in nearly four years, complete with support for the firm’s Apple Pencil stylus for the first time. The 7.9-inch screen device has been upgraded to house Apple’s latest A12 Bionic chip, which the tech giant says has given it three times the performance power of the previous…
Apple hits back at Spotify over Anti-Competition complaint filed with EC
Apple has accused Spotify of wanting the benefits of the App Store without “making any contributions to that marketplace” in response to an anti-competition complaint Spotify filed with the European Commission (EC). On Wednesday, the music streaming service said Apple was giving itself an unfair advantage by charging a 30% tax on purchases made through…
Spotify files anti-competition complaint against Apple’s 30% tax
Spotify has submitted a complaint against Apple to the European Commission (EC) arguing that the iPhone maker gives itself an unfair advantage by charging digital app rivals a 30% tax on purchases made through iOS. The music streaming service’s founder and chief executive Daniel Ek accused Apple of introducing rules to the Apple Store that…
Apple confirms live event on March 25th. Expected to launch video streaming service
Apple is expected to unveil a new video streaming service to compete with Netflix when it hosts a live event at its California headquarters on March 25. The technology giant has confirmed it will make an announcement at its Apple Park campus in Cupertino later this month, having sent out email invitations to the media…