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Apple Services Revenue Hits $17.5 Billion Amid Record Subscriber Growth

Apple's services division generates $17.5 billion in the third fiscal quarter of 2021, marking a 33 percent increase over the previous year. The tech giant also surpasses 700 million paid subscriptions across its various platforms.

Apple Prepares for Virtual WWDC 2021 With Major Software Updates

Apple is ready to kick off its virtual WWDC 2021 event with highly anticipated announcements for iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and watchOS 8. The keynote streams directly from Apple Park and promises significant upgrades to privacy, multitasking, and Apple Watch apps.

Apple One Bundles Launch to Reshape Mobile Subscription Market

Apple introduces its new Apple One subscription bundles, combining services like Music, TV+, and Arcade into a single monthly payment. The move highlights the massive growth of the app industry, which now sees record consumer spending and daily usage that rivals traditional television.

Apple Launches Combined Services Bundle to Boost Subscriptions

Apple rolls out its new Apple One subscription bundle, combining several of its digital services into a single monthly bill. The move aims to draw users away from competitors like Spotify while pushing the company's paid subscriptions past 600 million.

Why Waiting Is the Best Strategy for Apple's HomePod Mini

The HomePod mini offers excellent smart speaker features for Apple users at $99, but a new model is reportedly on the horizon for 2026, making now a poor time to purchase.

Apple Unveils Apple One to Bundle Subscriptions Into Single Plan

Apple introduces Apple One, a new bundled subscription plan that combines services like Apple Music, TV+, Arcade, and iCloud into one simple monthly bill. The offering launches this fall with Individual, Family, and Premier tiers to serve different user needs.

Apple One Bundle Name and Details Found in Android App Code

A decompilation of the Apple Music app for Android confirms Apple is moving forward with its "Apple One" unified subscription bundle. The code reveals how the company prevents double charging but lacks pricing and launch details.

Spotify Reaches 271 Million Users as Podcast Engagement Doubles

Spotify reports significant growth in its Q4 earnings with 271 million total users and a 200 percent surge in podcast consumption. Despite missing analyst revenue expectations, the streaming giant faces increasing pressure from well-funded competitors like Apple and Amazon.

Apple Launches Inaugural Music Awards, Crowns Billie Eilish Top Artist

Apple unveils its first-ever Apple Music Awards, honoring Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, and FINNEAS for their massive cultural impact in 2019. Eilish takes home the top prize as Global Artist of the Year.

Billie Eilish Dominates Inaugural Apple Music Awards

Apple introduces its first-ever Apple Music Awards, recognizing top artists through a mix of editorial picks and streaming data. Billie Eilish takes home three major trophies, including Global Artist of the Year.

Spotify Tests Real-Time Synced Lyrics Feature in Select Markets

Spotify confirms it is testing a real-time synced lyrics feature powered by Musixmatch in a few international markets. This experiment follows Apple Music's recent launch of a similar live lyrics experience.

Apple Music Debuts Public Web Beta for Subscribers

Apple launches a public beta of Apple Music on the web, allowing existing subscribers to access the streaming service directly from their browsers. The move expands the platform's cross-platform availability as it competes with rivals like Spotify.

Apple Music Slashes Subscription Prices to Compete in India

Apple Music significantly reduces its monthly subscription fees in India to gain an edge over rivals like Spotify and local services. The price drop affects individual, student, and family plans as major tech companies battle for dominance in the crucial market.

Spotify Bets Hundreds of Millions on Podcasting Future

Spotify spends up to $500 million to acquire podcast companies Gimlet and Anchor as it pushes into the audio medium. The streaming giant sees podcasting as a key growth area to stay ahead of competitors like Apple Music.

HomePod Available in China Starting January 18

Apple brings the HomePod wireless speaker to mainland China and Hong Kong starting January 18.