All articles tagged with #subscription plans
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Hacker News
The article discusses the advantages of using local AI models and affordable subscription plans for coding and personal projects, emphasizing cost savings, privacy, and efficiency over expensive paid subscriptions, and highlights the evolving landscape of AI tools for hobbyists and professionals alike.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Verge
HBO Max is raising its subscription prices for the third consecutive year, affecting all plans including ad-supported, ad-free, and 4K options, with new rates taking effect immediately for new customers and from November 20th for existing subscribers, amid parent company efforts to capitalize on perceived content quality.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
HBO Max is raising prices for all its subscription plans, with the Basic with Ads plan increasing to $10.99, Standard to $18.49, and Premium to $22.99, effective immediately for new subscribers and from November 20 for existing ones. This price hike reflects broader inflation trends in the streaming industry, where prices have significantly increased since the early days of streaming's rise.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Xbox Wire
Xbox has upgraded its Game Pass service, introducing three new plans—Essential, Premium, and Ultimate—each offering expanded game libraries, cloud gaming, and in-game benefits to cater to different player preferences, with the Ultimate plan receiving the most extensive enhancements including more day-one releases, new partner benefits, and improved streaming quality.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Engadget
Disney+ is raising its subscription prices in the US starting October 21, with increases across various plans and bundles, amidst ongoing subscriber protests and the return of Jimmy Kimmel Live.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by 9to5Google
Samsung has announced that it will not charge for Galaxy AI features provided by default on supported devices until the end of 2025, despite rumors of potential subscription plans, and will continue to offer these AI features for free during this period.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by SamMobile
Samsung is considering introducing paid subscription plans for its Samsung Health platform to offer advanced health insights and coaching features, which may be limited to newer Galaxy Watch models and available as part of a premium service, though pricing and launch dates are not yet decided.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ZDNet
OpenAI has launched Sora Turbo, an AI video generator that allows users to create videos from text or assets, as part of its '12 days of OpenAI' event. Available to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users, Sora offers different usage limits and resolutions based on subscription plans. The Plus plan costs $20/month for up to 50 videos at 480p, while the Pro plan at $200/month offers higher usage and quality. Access is currently limited, with plans to expand availability and introduce tailored pricing next year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TechCrunch
OpenAI is reportedly planning to launch a ChatGPT Pro subscription plan for $200 per month, offering unlimited access to all of OpenAI's models, including the o1 reasoning model and its variants, as well as advanced features like Advanced Voice Mode and o1 pro mode. This plan would be significantly more expensive than the current ChatGPT Plus. Additionally, a leaked webpage hinted at a potential new model, GPT-4.5, though OpenAI has since removed this reference.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Spotify has introduced a new $10.99 per month Basic plan that offers ad-free music but excludes the 15 monthly hours of audiobook listening available in the $11.99 Premium Individual tier. This move comes after a recent price increase and aims to provide a cheaper, music-only option comparable to Apple Music and Tidal.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV
Spotify is raising its US subscription prices again, with the ad-free premium plan increasing by $1 to $11.99 per month starting in July. Other plans, including Duo and Family, will also see price hikes. This move comes as streaming companies face rising operational costs and inflation. Shares of Spotify rose over 2% in premarket trading.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Finance
Spotify's stock rose by up to 4% after the company announced price hikes for its US subscription plans, effective in July. The increases range from $1 to $3, with family plans seeing the largest hike. This move follows a profitable first quarter and is part of Spotify's broader strategy to improve profitability through price adjustments, layoffs, and targeted investments. The company aims to offer various subscription tiers to attract a larger user base.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Spotify plans to raise prices on its subscription plans by $1 to $2 a month in several markets, including the UK, Australia, and Pakistan, with the US to follow later this year. The company also intends to introduce a new basic tier that will offer music and podcasts, but not audiobooks, at the current price of an individual premium plan. CEO Daniel Ek mentioned that investments in podcasts were a drag on the business in 2023, and a potential price hike could help push for profitability as the company expects strong growth in subscribers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bloomberg
Spotify plans to raise prices for its audio service in several key markets, including the UK, Australia, and Pakistan, by about $1 to $2 a month by the end of April, with the US to follow later this year, as part of its strategy to achieve long-term profitability. Additionally, the streaming giant is set to introduce new subscription plans for books and music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by GameSpot
Netflix is expected to continue raising subscription prices incrementally, citing the need to reflect improvements in its service. The company also plans to phase out ad-free Basic plans and further restrict account sharing, with a new Extra Member feature requiring an additional fee for users outside the account holder's household. Additionally, Netflix is considering extending its monetization efforts to its gaming business, potentially introducing ads and microtransactions to its game library.