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Current subscribers can keep their Basic plan until they change their membership tier. News 

Netflix Removes $10 ‘Basic’ Plan in US and UK

Sanjay Patil, , ,

Netflix has discontinued its $10 Basic tier option, which does not include ads, in the US and the UK. The company has updated its Plans and Pricing page to inform new and returning members that they can no longer sign up for the Basic tier. However, current members can continue with their membership until they decide to cancel or make changes to their subscription. The Basic tier was initially removed in Canada, where users often experience service changes first. This move coincided with Netflix’s efforts to crack down on password-sharing,…

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It launched closed beta testing for the service in Brazil and Indonesia. News 

TikTok Launches Music Streaming Service in Australia, Mexico and Singapore

Adriana Marais, , ,

TechCrunch and CNBC have reported that TikTok is now offering users in Australia, Mexico, and Singapore the opportunity to join a closed beta test for its upcoming music streaming service. This comes after the app initially launched the beta testing phase in Brazil and Indonesia in July. As part of the expansion, invited users in these regions will receive a complimentary three-month trial to experience the service. TikTok Music is a completely separate app that testers can download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. However, it connects…

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The hikes go into effect next month. News 

Peacock increases subscription fees for the first time

Nitin Misra,

Peacock, the streaming service, has announced an increase in its subscription prices for those who enjoy rewatching The Office repeatedly. The ad-supported Premium subscription will now cost $6 per month, up by one dollar, while the ad-free Premium Plus option will be priced at $12 per month, an increase of two dollars. Subscribers opting for an annual Premium subscription will have to pay $60 per year, which is $10 more than before, while the Premium Plus subscription will cost $120 per year, an increase of $20. These changes will come…

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It builds the Elgato Stream Deck rival Loupedeck Live, among other products. News 

Logitech Buys Loupedeck, Manufacturer of Streaming Controllers

Adarsh V.K,

Logitech has acquired Loupdeck, a company that initially launched on Indiegogo with its Lightroom editing console. The financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed, but both companies confirmed that the sum was “non-material.” Logitech G general manager Ujesh Desai stated that this acquisition will enhance Logitech’s current product lineup and expedite their software goals of making keyboards, mice, and other devices more intelligent and contextually aware. After announcing an advanced editing console in 2019 (Loupedeck CT), the company moved into video streaming with Loupedeck Live and Loupedeck Live S.…

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That's one way to deal with the crackdown on password sharing. News 

Transfer Netflix Profile to an Existing Account Now Available

Nitin Misra, ,

Starting today, Netflix users have the option to transfer their profile to an already established account. This new feature aims to simplify the process for users who are sharing an account with roommates or a partner, allowing them to retain their personalized settings and recommendations while dividing the expenses. According to the company, this addition was highly demanded by users. Since October, users have been able to create a new account with their current profile. That way, they can keep their watch history, titles saved to My List, game save…

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The features will arrive this fall. Gadgets 

Twitch Introduces Stories and Feed to Help Find Streamers to Watch

Jim Hendler,

In a surprising turn of events, LinkedIn has introduced Stories before Twitch. Twitch recently announced that its users will soon have the ability to record Stories, almost eight years after Instagram adopted the feature from Snapchat. The launch of this ephemeral media format is scheduled for October and will be featured on the Following page of the Twitch mobile app. These Stories will be subject to Twitch’s Community Guidelines and safety systems, and creators will have the option to restrict their visibility to their followers only. Stories is one of…

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The service is available in early access for iOS. News 

Tidal Offers High-Quality FLAC Audio Streaming to HiFi Plus Subscribers

Febin Mathew, ,

Tidal, the music-streaming app, has started introducing high-resolution FLAC streams throughout its platform, as confirmed by CEO Jesse Dorogusker in a Reddit post. FLAC streams, which utilize the free lossless audio codec, provide superior audio quality of up to 24-bit/192Hz. Due to their larger file size, approximately four times that of a regular MP3, the format is not commonly found on widely-used streaming platforms. The feature is rolling out early to iOS users, and the company says listeners can choose from more than six million tracks in high-res FLAC format,…

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A family membership will cost $17 per month starting on August 1st. News 

Tidal Raises Price of HiFi Plan to $11 per Month

Adriana Marais, , ,

Tidal has joined the ranks of Apple Music, Deezer, and Amazon Music in raising the price of its basic HiFi subscription. Effective from August 1st, the individual membership will now cost $11 per month in the US, marking a $1 increase. Similarly, the family plan will see a $2 hike, bringing it to $17 per month. Billboard reports that prices are also being raised in other global markets. It is not yet clear if the Tidal HiFi Plus tier will be affected. This $20 monthly package includes Dolby Atmos Music,…

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'Insecure' is now on the platform, with 'Band of Brothers,' 'Six Feet Under' and 'Ballers' arriving later. News 

Netflix Now Offering Select HBO Series in the US

Nitin Misra, , ,

Believe it or not, an HBO show has made its way to Netflix. The entire five seasons of Insecure, a widely praised comedy-drama series created by Issa Rae, are now available for streaming on Netflix in the US. And that’s not all, as Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) aims to maximize its extensive collection, more HBO shows will be coming to the platform in the future, offering additional revenue opportunities. Band of Brothers, The Pacific, Six Feet Under and Ballers will also come to Netflix as part of the deal, the…

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The move might help it compete against Apple and YouTube. News 

Spotify Reportedly Looking to Include Music Videos in App

Jim Hendler, , ,

According to sources from Bloomberg, Spotify is considering the possibility of incorporating full-length music videos into its app, allowing users to not only listen but also watch music. The company is said to be in discussions with potential partners, although it remains uncertain who would back this feature or when it would be implemented. Spotify has chosen not to provide any comments on the matter at this time. Spotify’s videos are currently limited to podcasts, 30-second storytelling clips (which help artists talk about their work), and 10-second GIFs that rotate…

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The front end is meant to be more intuitive and customizable. News 

Vizio’s Updated TV Interface Streamlines Show Searching

Sanjay Patil, ,

Vizio is giving its TV interface a fresh look to address any feelings of stagnation. The company is introducing a revamped home screen that aims to enhance content discovery. The redesign focuses on improving user-friendliness by introducing new navigation features, menus, and settings. Additionally, an updated on-screen keyboard has been implemented to facilitate quicker searches. Discovery is also an important focus. The updated home screen includes recommendations as well as parental guidance and Rotten Tomatoes scores. Genre pages help you get to know a certain category faster. There’s also more…

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Paramount+ will also air some races at at the same time as CBS. News 

Roku Offers Free Live Streaming of Formula E Races

Febin Mathew

Roku has recently announced its initial live sports agreement, which could be exciting for those who enjoy motorsports. The company has partnered to broadcast 11 Formula E races for no charge via The Roku Channel, starting from the upcoming season. Additionally, viewers can access on-demand content such as race previews, replays, and the “Unplugged” documentary. The channel can be accessed through Roku hardware, the internet, and specialized mobile applications. This is definitely not exclusive. Paramount+ simulcasts five Formula E races alongside CBS. The offer is available from January 2024. Formula…

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Streaming for this week is here! (AFP) Gadgets 

This Week’s Must-Watch Streaming Picks: ‘The Bachelorette,’ Idris Elba, The Weeknd, Sarah Snook and ‘Jack Ryan’

Nitin Misra,

Coming soon to your device are a variety of entertainment options, including the fourth and final season of “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” a fresh album from Lucinda Williams, and the introduction of the enigmatic video game Crime O’Clock. Among the deals chosen by Associated Press entertainment reporters are Idris Elba on the worst flight ever in Apple TV’s new series “Hijack” and a horror movie starring “Succession’s” Sarah Snook as a young single mother. a girl who says she has memories from another life. NEW MOVIES to stream – The…

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Users will have basic with ads, standard or premium tiers available. News 

Netflix to discontinue ‘basic’ plan in Canada

Nitin Misra, , ,

According to The Winnipeg Free Press, Netflix has announced that its basic plan will no longer be available to subscribers in Canada, making them involuntary first adopters of the streaming service’s new policies once again. This comes after the company’s decision in February to increase charges for account sharing between households in the country. Anyone who already has a basic plan doesn’t have to worry about being terminated, but if they decide to switch to another option or close their account, they can’t go back to that tier. New users…

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Nine new categories offer charts that display top shows and episodes. News 

Apple Podcasts Update Enhances Content Discovery in Preferred Genres

Adriana Marais, , ,

Apple has introduced new features to its Podcasts app on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, which simplify the process of discovering content in preferred genres. The app now offers nine additional subcategories, including Mental Health, Relationships, Self-Improvement, Personal Journals, Entrepreneurship, Documentary, Parenting, Books, and Language Learning, in addition to existing subcategories such as True Crime and Sports. Apple has been focusing on mental health for the past few years and recently introduced a Journal app that lets you document your emotions. Additionally, the company recently introduced a mood tracking feature as…

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The four-part miniseries arrives on November 2nd. News 

Netflix Reveals First Look of WWII Drama ‘All The Light We Cannot See’

Nitin Misra, ,

During Netflix’s Tudum event, which showcased trailers for popular properties such as One Piece and 3 Body Problem, some of the more realistic dramas that the company was promoting may have gone unnoticed. Among these was the upcoming adaptation of Anthony Doerr’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, All The Light We Cannot See, for which Netflix released a new teaser for its four-part miniseries. If you haven’t read Doerr’s excellent 2014 novel, All The Light We Cannot See is set during World War II and follows Marie-Laure, a blind French girl, and…

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It looks much like the TV show, just without the violence. News 

‘Squid Game’ Reality Series Premieres on Netflix in November

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Netflix has released a teaser trailer for Squid Game: The Challenge, a reality competition series that will debut in November. While the clip doesn’t provide many details about the show’s format, it’s clear that Netflix is striving to replicate the original production’s ambiance, complete with a massive “red light, green light” doll, albeit without the violence. The 10-episode series features 456 people competing in events both inspired by Squid Game and new to the show. The winner will receive a grand prize of $4.56 million, so they have a strong…

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Catch the exclusive premiere of The Witcher season 3 volume 1 on Netflix, Starting June 29. (Netflix) News 

How to Stream The Witcher Season 3 on OTT Platforms

Febin Mathew,

During the TUDUM fan-fest event, Netflix, the well-known OTT leader, revealed its impressive roster of upcoming ventures and shared progress updates on its popular series. One of the highlights was the much-awaited third season of the critically acclaimed fantasy drama, ‘The Witcher.’ The Witcher has captured the hearts of viewers and fans around the world, and the good news is that Season 3 is just around the corner. The Witcher Season 3 adapts the story from the second novel in the series, titled “Time of Contempt”. On Friday, June 9,…

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