Many users of the Apple Music streaming platform have seen their accounts notified of aprice increasea few hours ago. The application is the world number two in its field, just ahead of Spotify which is also testing new offers in an attempt to generate more revenue. At Apple, however, this seems to be the first time that this phenomenon has occurred.
No announcement had been made publicly on this subject until now, at least with regard to accounts installed in France. However, we know that other countries such as South Africa, India or Saudi Arabia were also affected by this change but last month. This time, in addition to France, the United States, Canada,Belgium, theSuisseand the United Kingdom are affected.
What increase and for whom?
According to the information we obtained from victim customers, only the plan intended for students has been modified by Apple. Until now, it cost 4.99 euros per month compared to 9.99 euros per month for a classic subscription or 14.99 euros per month for a family of several people. From now on,the price is 5.99 euros per month for studentswho present proof. In Switzerland, the increase goes from 6.50 CHF to 7.50 CHF.
If you have a classic family or individual plan, don't panic. However, prepare yourself for a possible change to also occur at home in the coming weeks: we don't know what Cupertino is preparing internally, so it's a possibility to consider.
Of course, in this type of case, Applewarns. You then have the option of canceling if you cannot afford it.
Competition could gain market share
Waiting for,Spotify and its crazy projectsstill offers its offer which is also reserved for students for4.99 euros per month. It's the same price at Tidal, where a version with “lossless audio” is also offered at 9.99 euros per month.
ChezDeezer, lossless is included as standard but you will have to pay 5.99 euros per month. Please note, however, that even if Apple Music displays the same price for students, it is witha subscription to Apple TV+included and at no extra charge. However, this service is also worth 4.99 euros per month. Be careful though, because Apple explains that the offer in question is limited in time. So it could soon disappear...
