Apple TV has risen in price once more.
Apple TV is now priced three times higher than at its initial launch.
Apple TV has quietly become a significant contender in the streaming market over recent years; however, the expanding collection of its praised films and TV shows is also leading to increased costs. Apple has just announced a rise in the subscription price for its streaming service. The cost of the monthly plan has increased to $14.99 from the earlier price of $12.99.
Apple TV is now three times its launch price.
The annual subscription has also risen, going from $99 to $199 for US users. This marks the fourth increase in pricing for Apple TV in just about as many years. At the time of its launch, the monthly plan was offered at an introductory price of $4.99.
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Apple isn't the only platform to increase streaming fees. YouTube Premium, Netflix, Hulu, and Paramount+ have all raised their subscription prices in recent months.
Apple One is also seeing a price increase.
The cost for Apple TV, accessed through the Apple One bundle, has reached $21.95, reflecting a $2 increase, which also impacts the pricing for other services like Apple Music, Arcade, and iCloud storage.
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Apple is not alone in raising streaming costs. YouTube Premium, Netflix, Hulu, and Paramount+ have recently upped their subscription prices, and this increase is not unexpected, as Apple continues to heavily invest in high-quality original productions featuring top Hollywood talent. Notable TV successes include Ted Lasso, The Studio, Widow’s Bay, Severance, Pluribus, and Shrinking, while films like F1 are solidifying Apple’s reputation within Hollywood.
Apple TV has acquired the acclaimed drama series “Small Prophets.”
This well-received British comedy-drama boasts a rare 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Apple TV hosts a growing collection of original shows and films, including several classics. On the same day the streaming service announced its fee increase, it was reported that Apple has secured global streaming rights to "Small Prophets," which premiered on BBC iPlayer and BBC TV earlier this year. Interestingly, Small Prophets currently holds a 100% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes, a notable achievement in entertainment. In comparison, hits like Silo have a 92% rating, while Dark Matter sits at 90%. Ted Lasso, a major success for Apple TV and a favorite during awards season, has an impressive Tomatometer rating of 98% on the platform.
Sony has introduced a new affordable OLED TV model with four HDMI ports.
OLED TVs have become much more affordable in recent years, though purchasing one from a premium brand can still be costly. Sony's latest offering, the 2026 Bravia 6, is a 48-inch (with additional sizes available) OLED TV that retails for $1,299.99. While this is still a significant amount for a television, it is relatively accessible for a Sony OLED, particularly considering its features. The TV has a 4K OLED panel, delivering the exceptional deep blacks and contrast expected from this technology. Sony also incorporates Triluminos Pro for a broader color spectrum, and each panel undergoes individual factory calibration. Additionally, the Bravia 6 presents more interesting features that go beyond just picture quality.
Ridley Scott confirms that the next Alien film will focus on Michael Fassbender’s character, David.
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Apple is increasing the monthly subscription rate for Apple TV in the U.S. to $14.99, and the annual plan will rise to $119.