Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade Announce Price Increase Alongside New Shows

Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade are increasing their monthly subscription prices to $5.99 from October 2023.
Apple TV+ is launching three new shows: `The Morning Show` Season 3, `Foundation` Season 2, and `Invasion`.

Apple TV+ has recently announced a price increase for its streaming services. The new monthly subscription cost will be $5.99, up from the previous $4.99. This change is set to take effect from October 2023. The price hike is not limited to the United States but will be implemented globally. The increase is the first since the launch of the service in November 2019.

In the wake of the price increase, Apple TV+ has also announced the release of three new shows. These include The Morning Show Season 3, Foundation Season 2, and a new series titled Invasion. These shows are part of Apple's strategy to compete with other streaming giants like Netflix and Disney+.

Apple Arcade, the company's gaming subscription service, has also seen a price increase. The new monthly cost for Apple Arcade will be $5.99, up from the previous $4.99. This change is also set to take effect from October 2023.


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