Tag: Apple One

  • Apple’s iCloud+ Expansion in India Adds Apple TV, Arcade, and Music Select

    Apple has started rolling out an expanded iCloud+ subscription in India, now bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra cost. The updated plans also introduce Apple Music Select, a new ad-free music station feature. Meanwhile, Apple One subscriptions are being closed to new users in the country.

    Apple TV and Apple Arcade Now Included

    The new iCloud+ plan gives subscribers access to Apple TV content and Apple Arcade’s library of over 200 games, including titles like Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Sneaky Sasquatch, and Football Manager 26 Touch. Users began receiving notifications about the updated plan, which combines cloud storage with video streaming and gaming services.

    The iCloud+ plan starts at Rs. 75 per month for 50GB of storage, with higher storage options available. Subscribers can share their plan with up to five family members through Family Sharing.

    Apple Music Select Added

    Apple is also adding Apple Music Select to the package for Indian users. This feature offers ad-free music stations within the existing Apple Music app. It does not provide the full Apple Music subscription; users who want complete access can subscribe separately. For iCloud+ users, Apple lists the Individual plan at Rs. 115 per month and the Family plan at Rs. 145 per month.

    The company is ending direct standalone subscriptions for Apple TV and Apple Arcade in India. Existing subscribers will continue accessing these services through their iCloud+ plans. Apple assured that Arcade game progress and saved data will be preserved.

    Apple One Closed to New Subscribers

    Apple is also closing Apple One subscriptions to new customers in India. Existing Apple One subscribers will continue with their current plans. Apple One previously combined services such as Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Arcade, and iCloud+ storage, priced at Rs. 195 per month for an Individual plan and Rs. 365 per month for a Family plan.

    The expanded iCloud+ offering will roll out through September across more than 100 countries and regions, with India among the first markets to receive the new subscription structure.

  • Apple Music and Apple One Subscription Prices Rise in India

    Apple Music and Apple One Subscription Prices Rise in India

    Apple has increased the prices of Apple Music and Apple One subscription plans in India. The new rates are effective immediately for new subscribers, while existing users will see the higher charges applied starting with their next monthly payment. This marks the first price adjustment for Apple’s music streaming service in the country since 2024.

    The Apple Music Individual plan now costs ₹139 per month, up from ₹119. The Student plan has risen from ₹59 to ₹69 per month. The Family plan, which allows up to six family members to enjoy separate accounts with personalized playlists and recommendations, now costs ₹229 per month instead of ₹179.

    Apple has also revised the pricing for its Apple One bundles. The Individual plan now costs ₹195 per month, up from ₹175. The Family plan has increased from ₹365 to ₹445 per month. The Premier plan, which includes the most services, now costs ₹595 per month, compared to the previous ₹499.

    Apple One combines multiple Apple services—including Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and iCloud storage—into a single subscription. For users who regularly use more than one Apple service, the bundle can still offer cost savings despite the price increases.

    Apple has not provided an official reason for the price hike. However, similar increases have already been implemented in markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and parts of Europe. Industry reports suggest that rising music licensing fees and service delivery costs may be contributing factors.

    This subscription price adjustment follows recent price increases on select Mac, MacBook, iPad, Apple TV, and HomePod models in various regions. Apple also raised iPhone prices in Japan. The pattern indicates a broader strategy of increasing costs across both hardware and subscription services.

    Even with the higher prices, Apple One may remain a cost-effective choice for households that use multiple Apple services. The narrower price gap between Apple Music and Apple One could encourage more users to opt for the bundle rather than paying for each service individually.