Some Netflix users report price changes in their subscription plans
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Some Netflix users report price changes in their subscription plans

The Hindu  

Some Netflix users are reporting that they are being compelled by the platform to switch to other subscription models that are more expensive or those that include ads, as the platform winds down its basic ad-free plan, reported The Verge. Netflix’s basic ad-free subscription was priced at $11.99 per month for U.S.-based users. Subscribers’ others options include the more expensive ad-free plan priced at $15.49 per month or the cheaper $6.99 per month plan that includes ads. “The ads plan now accounts for 40% of all Netflix sign-ups in our ads markets and we’re looking to retire our Basic plan in some of our ads countries, starting with Canada and the UK in Q2 and taking it from there.

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The great streaming rip-off: MailOnline's calculator reveals just how much you're spending on subscriptions including Netflix, Prime Video and Spotify - with some Brits forking out £360/month
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The great streaming rip-off: MailOnline's calculator reveals just how much you're spending on subscriptions including Netflix, Prime Video and Spotify - with some Brits forking out £360/month

Daily Mail  

With hundreds of options ranging from Netflix to Spotify, it can be difficult to keep track of all the streaming services you've signed up for. In February, Netflix quietly raised its prices again – with the most popular plan increasing from £10.99/month to £12.99/month The calculator has 28 of the most popular TV subscription services in the UK. Signing up …

JioHotstar vs Amazon Prime vs Netflix: How much subscription fee do you need to pay?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

JioHotstar vs Amazon Prime vs Netflix: How much subscription fee do you need to pay?

Live Mint  

JioStar on Friday launched a new streaming platform, JioHotstar, by merging JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. The mobile ad-supported plan starts at ₹149 per month and ₹499 per year and will provide access to one device at a time. JioHotstar vs Prime Video vs Netflix Here is a comparison of subscription plans offered by JioHotstar, Prime Video and Netflix: Platform Name …

Netflix price rise: Streaming service automatically hikes price of subscription
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netflix price rise: Streaming service automatically hikes price of subscription

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Netflix has hiked the price of its monthly subscription – including for existing …

Netflix price increase: Best streaming alternatives in the UK
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netflix price increase: Best streaming alternatives in the UK

The Independent  

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Netflix UK price increase leads to same pledge from angry subscribers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Netflix UK price increase leads to same pledge from angry subscribers

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Another £2 price increase from Netflix… yeah time to cancel,” one person wrote, claiming: “They …

Netflix Raises Prices Despite Increase In Subscribers
2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix Raises Prices Despite Increase In Subscribers

Huff Post  

Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images On Tuesday, Netflix announced that it is raising its prices once again. Let’s first talk about how Netflix loves to cancel a show after just one season — I personally am still upset about “Society,” the suspenseful teen drama that was unceremoniously canceled in 2019. netflix keep jacking up the prices to bankroll shows …

Netflix is raising prices after surge in subscribers
2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix is raising prices after surge in subscribers

Salon  

Netflix says it's hiking prices following a surge in subscribers late last year. The streaming service's standard monthly membership without Related Meghan Markle postpones release of Netflix show Netflix announced the price increases on Tuesday. Netflix credited the surge in subscribers to its live sporting events, such as a Mike Tyson-Jake Paul boxing match in November that drew 108 million …

Netflix explodes into a new era
2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix explodes into a new era

Live Mint  

One thing Netflix definitely has learned over its many years in show business is how to go out on a high note. But Netflix co-chief executive Greg Peters said during the company’s earnings call on Tuesday that the three aforementioned titles were responsible for “a small minority" of total subscriber additions in the quarter. View Full Image Graphic: WSJ The …

Netflix hikes subscription prices in 4 countries. Here's why
2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix hikes subscription prices in 4 countries. Here's why

Hindustan Times  

Netflix has raised subscription prices for most plans in the US, Canada, Portugal, and Argentina, according to a report by The Verge. Netflix’s 282.3 million subscribers in over 190 countries will be able to stream the games, marking the first time one outlet has distributed an NFL game globally. The subscription prices for the ad-supported tier will increase from $6.99 …

Netflix adds 19 million subscribers surpassing 300 million total, hikes prices in US, shares jump 14%
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2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix adds 19 million subscribers surpassing 300 million total, hikes prices in US, shares jump 14%

Live Mint  

Streaming giant Netflix on January 21 released its October-December quarter results, reporting that it added close to 19 million subscribers during the holiday period to surpass 300 million subs in total, AFP reported. “We enter 2025 with strong momentum, coming off a year with record net additions — 41 million — and having re-accelerated growth,” Netflix executives told investors in …

Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers
2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers

NPR  

Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers toggle caption Mario Tama/Getty Images First, the good news. Netflix reported a record increase in the number of new subscribers for the final quarter of 2024, attributing the success to high-profile live sports events and new programs. Three things to know: The company reported nearly 19 million new subscribers …

Netflix’s bet on live events helped reel in 19 million more subscribers in holiday-season quarter
2 months, 1 week ago

Netflix’s bet on live events helped reel in 19 million more subscribers in holiday-season quarter

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Netflix added nearly 19 million subscribers during the holiday-season quarter to help propel its earnings beyond analysts’ projections, capping the video streaming service’s best year yet in a sign that its expansion into live programming is paying off. Forrester Research analyst Mike Proulx thinks live programming is quickly becoming Netflix’s “secret ingredient” that is helping to widen …

Netflix’s big game is just getting started
3 months ago

Netflix’s big game is just getting started

Live Mint  

In show business, you’re only as good as your latest hit. Those numbers broke previous streaming records for NFL games, and Netflix pulled off the event without the major technical glitches that marred last month’s live boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. That would be the most new subscribers during the year-end period ever save for last year’s …

Netflix says ad-supported plan now has 70 million monthly active users
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Netflix says ad-supported plan now has 70 million monthly active users

LA Times  

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in 2020 in Baltimore. Netflix said Tuesday that it had reached 70 million monthly active users on its ad-supported plan, two years after launching its cheaper subscription tier that includes commercials. Netflix said it had sold out of the in-game …

Netflix's Price-Hiking Dilemma: Will the Streaming Giant Raise the Price?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Netflix's Price-Hiking Dilemma: Will the Streaming Giant Raise the Price?

Live Mint  

Netflix delivers strong third-quarter results, with an operating profit of $2.9 billion, exceeding Wall Street expectations. The company's stock rose 5% following the announcement, indicating a positive outlook despite some concerns about price hikes. While Netflix's ad-supported plan remains competitive, the company is exploring alternative revenue streams, including increased membership and the return of traditional advertising. Despite the challenges of …

Netflix fans furious after being told they must pay more to watch certain shows and movies
6 months ago

Netflix fans furious after being told they must pay more to watch certain shows and movies

Daily Mail  

An aggravated Netflix user was shocked to learn that subscribers to the streaming platform can't watch certain movies or shows unless they upgrade their memberships. Some Netflix users have been complaining about locked content since last year Netflix explained the reason behind its decision to lock some content to certain subscribers. The $6.99-a-month Standard with ads plan allows streamers to …

Netflix has a plan to get you paying more for a subscription
8 months, 1 week ago

Netflix has a plan to get you paying more for a subscription

Daily Mail  

Netflix will begin phasing out its most affordable ad-free option, the company announced Thursday. The streaming giant had already stopped accepting new customers for the Basic plan, which costs $11.99 per month, last October. Basic plan users seeking an ad-free experience on Netflix will now have two options: the Standard plan at $15.49 per month or the Premium plan that …

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth on the rise as password-sharing crackdown pays off
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth on the rise as password-sharing crackdown pays off

The Hindu  

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth accelerated in its latest quarter as the video streaming service benefits from a crackdown on freeloading viewers, an expansion into advertising and an acclaimed programming lineup. Given that the competition in video streaming seems to be ramping up again, Investing.com analyst Thomas Monteiro called “the lowering of guidance an intelligent strategy for keeping excitement put …

Netflix has a plan to get you paying more for a subscription
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Netflix has a plan to get you paying more for a subscription

Daily Mail  

Netflix will begin phasing out its most affordable ad-free option, the company announced Thursday. The streaming giant had already stopped accepting new customers for the Basic plan, which costs $11.99 per month, last October. Basic plan users seeking an ad-free experience on Netflix will now have two options: the Standard plan at $15.49 per month or the Premium plan that …

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth gather more momentum as password-sharing crackdown pays off
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth gather more momentum as password-sharing crackdown pays off

Associated Press  

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth accelerated in its latest quarter as the video streaming service benefits from a crackdown on freeloading viewers, an expansion into advertising and an acclaimed programming lineup. Given that the competition in video streaming seems to be ramping up again, Investing.com analyst Thomas Monteiro called “the lowering of guidance an intelligent strategy for keeping excitement put …

Netflix Sees Biggest Drop In User Addition As Password Sharing Issues Take A Toll
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Netflix Sees Biggest Drop In User Addition As Password Sharing Issues Take A Toll

News 18  

– Netflix likely added the fewest number of subscribers in five quarters during April-June as sharp gains following a crackdown on password sharing ebbed and viewer attention moved to summer sporting events including the Euro soccer tournament. Netflix's original shows such as the historical romance "Bridgerton" and the limited series "Baby Reindeer" – based on comedian Richard Gadd's experience with …

Martin Lewis gives Netflix fans a tip on how to save money on your ad-free streaming subscription - but there's a catch
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Martin Lewis gives Netflix fans a tip on how to save money on your ad-free streaming subscription - but there's a catch

Daily Mail  

Financial expert Martin Lewis has shared how Netflix fans can save money on their advert-free subscription to the popular streaming service. A Netflix subscription is available at three different price points - standard with adverts for £4.99, basic for £7.99 or premium for £17.99 per month. Financial expert Martin Lewis has shared how Netflix fans can save money on their …

Netflix increases prices for ad-free streaming: All you need to know
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Netflix increases prices for ad-free streaming: All you need to know

India TV News  

Netflix, the popular OTT streaming giant, has delivered a surprise to its users by increasing prices for its ad-free content. Changes to ad-free plans Reports have surfaced that Netflix has discontinued its most affordable ad-free plan in certain regions, significantly impacting its pricing structure. This move follows the company's decision in 2023 to phase out its cheapest ad-free plan, priced …

Major streaming service ups prices by 33 per cent: 'Just cancelled!'
9 months ago

Major streaming service ups prices by 33 per cent: 'Just cancelled!'

Daily Mail  

Paramount is hiking the price of its streaming service as it looks to boost falling profits. On Monday, it said it will increase Paramount+ Essential option by $2 to $7.99 for new customers - which works out as a huge 33 percent price rise. Paramount + is hiking its prices by up to $2 a month Mayor Of Kingstown with …

Netflix fans upset over new adverts that cut characters off mid-sentence
9 months ago

Netflix fans upset over new adverts that cut characters off mid-sentence

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Netflix subscribers are upset that …

Netflix hits 40 million users for ad-supported plan
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Netflix hits 40 million users for ad-supported plan

The Hindu  

Netflix said on Wednesday its ad-supported tier has reached 40 million global monthly active users, from 5 million a year earlier, a sign that its push to attract new users with the cheaper plan is paying off. Netflix's ad-tier plan costs $6.99 per month, compared with monthly plans of $9.99 from Warner Bros Discovery's streaming service Max and $7.99 for …

Netflix wants us to stop obsessing over subscriber numbers. What that says about the company
11 months, 1 week ago

Netflix wants us to stop obsessing over subscriber numbers. What that says about the company

LA Times  

If you run a streaming service and you want Wall Street analysts and investors to stop caring so much about your subscriber numbers, you have a couple of options. Instead, Netflix would prefer that the market judge its business based on metrics including sales and free cash flow, which is a better indicator of the company’s overall health. And if …

Netflix gains 9.3M customers amid password-sharing crackdown
11 months, 1 week ago

Netflix gains 9.3M customers amid password-sharing crackdown

Daily Mail  

Netflix 's crackdown on password sharing might have been bad news for many of us still lurking on our friends' accounts. In the first three months of 2024, Netflix added 9.3 million new customers, bringing its total subscriber base to almost 270 million. However, the company also revealed that it will no longer be reporting its subscriber numbers from next …

Netflix's password-sharing crackdown pays off! Streaming platform gains 9.3 million customers - bringing its total subscriber base to almost 270 MILLION
11 months, 1 week ago

Netflix's password-sharing crackdown pays off! Streaming platform gains 9.3 million customers - bringing its total subscriber base to almost 270 MILLION

Daily Mail  

Netflix's crackdown on password sharing might have been bad news for many of us still lurking on our friends' accounts. In the first three months of 2024, Netflix added 9.3 million new customers, bringing its total subscriber base to almost 270 million. Netflix password sharing crackdown is paying off as the streaming giant added another 9 million subscribers in the …

Netflix set to raise prices again in 2024, analysts say
1 year, 1 month ago

Netflix set to raise prices again in 2024, analysts say

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Last year’s rises came as the US firm announced it had added 8.8 million subscribers …

Netflix to remove its cheapest ad-free subscription – as password crackdown pays off
1 year, 2 months ago

Netflix to remove its cheapest ad-free subscription – as password crackdown pays off

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The holiday season gains - the biggest Netflix has posted in the fourth quarter - exceeded the …

Netflix gains 13.1 million paid subscribers amid password-sharing crackdown
1 year, 2 months ago

Netflix gains 13.1 million paid subscribers amid password-sharing crackdown

Hindustan Times  

Netflix acquired 13.1 million subscriptions in the final quarter of 2023, marking its most significant growth since the pandemic's onset and surpassing estimates of 8.97 million subscribers, as reported by Reuters. Compared to its competitors, Netflix's stock holds a premium position, trading at nearly 30 times its 12-month forward earnings, contrasting with Walt Disney Co's 20.41, as per LSEG data. …

Netflix's password sharing crackdown pays off: Streaming giant adds 13 million new subscribers and now tops 260 million worldwide - cementing its place as the most popular service in the world
1 year, 2 months ago

Netflix's password sharing crackdown pays off: Streaming giant adds 13 million new subscribers and now tops 260 million worldwide - cementing its place as the most popular service in the world

Daily Mail  

This comes as Netflix hints at further price increases for the coming year For those of us still logged into our flatmate's ex's Netflix account, the password sharing crackdown might have been a real pain. But for Netflix, this gamble is finally paying off, as the service added 13 million new subscribers at the end of 2023. That brings Netflix's …

Netflix’s gains 13M new global 4Q subscribers as it unwraps its best-ever holiday season results
1 year, 2 months ago

Netflix’s gains 13M new global 4Q subscribers as it unwraps its best-ever holiday season results

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Netflix registered its third-consecutive quarter of accelerating subscriber growth in the final three months of 2023, closing out a comeback year that included a crackdown on viewers freeloading on the video-streaming service and a smattering of price hikes. Netflix signaled it will try to justify the higher subscription prices — and perhaps reel in more advertisers to …

Netflix's subscriber growth surges as streaming service unwraps best-ever holiday season results
1 year, 2 months ago

Netflix's subscriber growth surges as streaming service unwraps best-ever holiday season results

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Netflix registered its third-consecutive quarter …

Netflix says its ad-supported plan now has 15 million monthly active users
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix says its ad-supported plan now has 15 million monthly active users

LA Times  

Netflix says its ad-supported tier has increased to 15 million global monthly active users a year after the plan’s launch. Netflix on Wednesday said its ad-supported tier has increased to 15 million global monthly active users a year after the plan’s launch, triple the amount that the Los Gatos, Calif.-based streaming video giant disclosed in May. Monthly active users would …

Apple raises prices for Arcade gaming subscription service, AppleTV+ streaming
1 year, 5 months ago

Apple raises prices for Arcade gaming subscription service, AppleTV+ streaming

Associated Press  

CUPERTINO, Calif. — Apple Inc. is raising the prices for its AppleTV+ streaming and Arcade gaming plans as well as its bundled Apple One service that includes streaming, music and other subscriptions. Apple said the price increases will affect the U.S. and “select international markets.” “Existing subscribers will see these price increases 30 days later, on their next renewal date. …

Netflix has gone up in price in the UK, here’s how to cancel your subscription
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix has gone up in price in the UK, here’s how to cancel your subscription

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. As of 18 October, a basic plan subscription, which is no longer available …

Netflix's password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix's password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan

The Hindu  

Netflix on Wednesday disclosed summertime subscriber gains that surpassed industry analysts’ projections, signaling the video streaming service’s crackdown on password sharing is converting former freeloaders into paying customers. This year’s subscriber inroads have been made despite entertainment labor strife centered in part on writers’ and actors’ complaints about unfairly low payments doled out by video streaming services such as Netflix. …

Netflix raises prices as it adds 9 million subscribers
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix raises prices as it adds 9 million subscribers

The Hindu  

Netflix raised subscription prices for some of its streaming plans in the United States, Britain and France on Wednesday as it shattered new customer expectations, sending its shares soaring 10%. The company picked up nearly 9 million new customers around the globe, surpassing the 6 million consensus forecast of Wall Street analysts surveyed by LSEG. Investors welcomed the news, sending …

Netflix’s password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix’s password-sharing crackdown reels in subscribers as it raises prices for its premium plan

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Netflix on Wednesday disclosed summertime subscriber gains that surpassed industry analysts’ projections, signaling the video streaming service’s crackdown on password sharing is converting former freeloaders into paying customers. The $15.50 per month price for Netflix’s most popular streaming option in the U.S. will remain unchanged, as will a $7 monthly plan that includes intermittent commercials. This year’s …

Another increase? Here's everything you need to know about Netflix's plan for a price hike after success of password-sharing crackdown
1 year, 5 months ago

Another increase? Here's everything you need to know about Netflix's plan for a price hike after success of password-sharing crackdown

Daily Mail  

Netflix has found success after the password-sharing crackdown that played a possible role in their 6 million subscriber boost, and will once again be raising their plan prices. The streaming platform added an option to add extra members to standard and premium plans for an extra $7.99 per month back in May, and the streamer has continued to curb password-sharing …

Netflix adds 9 million subscribers in third quarter despite Hollywood strikes
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix adds 9 million subscribers in third quarter despite Hollywood strikes

LA Times  

A fighting scene from the Netflix series “One Piece,” which was released in the third quarter. Netflix added 9 million subscribers during the third quarter, the Los Gatos, Calif., streaming video giant said Wednesday, citing popular original shows and older licensed content, as well as the company’s crackdown on password sharing and its budding advertising business. During the third quarter, …

Netflix may tap price hikes after success of password-sharing crackdown
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix may tap price hikes after success of password-sharing crackdown

The Hindu  

Netflix's crackdown on password-sharing likely boosted subscribers by about 6 million in the third quarter and the streaming pioneer is expected to set the stage for price increases when it reports earnings on Wednesday. The only profitable major streamer, Netflix has resisted joining rivals like Walt Disney in hiking ad-free prices this year and instead curbed password-sharing outside households to …

The cheap streaming era is over. Here’s why your bills are going up
1 year, 5 months ago

The cheap streaming era is over. Here’s why your bills are going up

LA Times  

When a flood of streaming services entered the market four years ago, the free trials were plentiful and the prices were extremely low — with Apple TV+ selling for just $4.99 a month and Disney+ charging a mere $6.99 a month. Media companies are charging more as they struggle to transition from profitable but declining business models — like traditional …

Netflix UK sales grow as it gains more and higher-paying subscribers
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix UK sales grow as it gains more and higher-paying subscribers

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Netflix UK has revealed its …

Netflix plans to charge users more after Hollywood actors strike ends: Report
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix plans to charge users more after Hollywood actors strike ends: Report

The Hindu  

Netflix plans to charge users more for an ad-free viewing experience on its platform after the ongoing Hollywood actor strikes come to an end, reported the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday. Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan in August had also remarked on how streaming giants were increasing their subscription prices while writers, producers, and showrunners were making less money …

Netflix to implement price hike for its subscription plans
1 year, 5 months ago

Netflix to implement price hike for its subscription plans

India TV News  

Netflix to implement price hike for its subscription plans Netflix is contemplating a price increase amid a challenging content production landscape and growing competition in the streaming sector. Netflix previously increased the prices of its subscription plans last year, including raising the cost of its ad-free Standard tier to $15.49 per month and the Premium plan to $19.99 per month. …

Amazon Prime Video will start running commercials starting in early 2024
1 year, 6 months ago

Amazon Prime Video will start running commercials starting in early 2024

NPR  

Amazon Prime Video will start running commercials starting in early 2024 Enlarge this image toggle caption Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images Amazon Prime Video unveiled plans to introduce Known for popular original programming like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and The Summer I Turned Pretty, Amazon Prime Video will offer two tiers of subscriptions …

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