Amazon Claims Google Intimidation Stops TV Partnerships
Amazon reports that hardware vendors avoid smart TV partnerships due to fears of Google retaliation. Additionally, YouTube Premium announces significant price increases across several major markets.
Amazon reveals that several hardware vendors refuse to form smart TV partnership agreements due to fears that Google will retaliate against them. This concern highlights the immense power that major tech companies hold over equipment manufacturers in the competitive smart television market.
Meanwhile, YouTube Premium plans to raise subscription prices by $5 in some cases. This price hike affects subscribers in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Argentina.
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