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Spotify to Test Full Music Videos for Premium Subscribers in Potential YouTube Faceoff

Swedish music streaming company Spotify is rolling out full-length music videos in a limited beta launch for premium subscribers, venturing into an arena that YouTube has dominated for nearly two decades.

Music videos will be available to premium users in the UK, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Brazil, Colombia, Philippines, Indonesia, and Kenya, in beta starting on Wednesday, the company said, as it attempts to grow its user base.

While it aims to reach 1 billion users by 2030, Spotify’s new plan faces competition from Apple Music and Alphabet’s YouTube, which allows users to watch music videos for free.

Spotify’s roll-out will include a “limited catalog of music videos, including hits from global artists like Ed Sheeran … or local favorites like Aluna,” it said.

In March last year, Spotify had introduced “clips”, under-30-second vertical videos that are uploaded directly to Spotify for artists.

The company has also expanded its offerings to include podcasts and audiobooks in a bid to attract more users.

In February, it forecast premium subscribers would reach 239 million in the current quarter, above estimates of 238.3 million.

In January, Spotify said users in Europe would be able to buy audiobooks and subscription plans from within the music-streaming app from March as a result of the region’s new competition law for Big Tech.

The move would help the company avoid Apple’s 30 percent fee for purchases through its App Store, which has long been a source of contention between app developers and the tech giant.

Spotify has for years been in embroiled in a legal battle, alleging that it was forced to raise the price of its monthly subscriptions to cover costs tied to Apple’s App Store rules.

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Sony Pictures Launches Add-On Streaming Channel on Amazon Prime Video in India

Prime Video has entered a distribution agreement with Sony Pictures Television (SPT), a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), to launch an add-on subscription on the streamer for viewers in India.

Sony Pictures – Stream will offer SPE’s movies and shows on Prime Video Channels and its subscribers for an add-on introductory annual subscription of Rs. 399.

“We are delighted to launch Sony Pictures – Stream, a new Prime Video Channel curated specifically for our customers in India.

“The collaboration allows Sony Pictures Entertainment to make their vast and beloved library available in India at a single destination, reaching customers across the length and breadth of the country via Prime Video Channels,” said Vivek Srivastava, head – Prime Video Channels, India.

Sonika Bhasin, Vice President – South Asia, Sony Pictures Television, said with the partnership with Prime Video, Indian audiences can have access to content from SPE’s extensive library of award-winning films and critically acclaimed television series.

“Additionally, in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Columbia Pictures, a part of Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony Pictures – Stream spotlights the studio’s history and incredible film legacy by offering customers an incredible array of films from the studio’s beloved vault spanning the decades,” Bhasin added. 

Last year in December, it was reported that Amazon would start incorporating advertisements within Prime Video soon.  Amazon Prime users in the US reportedly received communication from Amazon informing them that the standard Amazon Prime plan would show ads while streaming movies and TV shows. The company had initially announced the move in September last year and had stated that it would go into effect in early 2024. 

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Netflix Won’t Offer Dedicated Apple Vision Pro App Unlike Most Major Streaming Platforms: Report

Netflix won’t release a standalone app designed for the Apple Vision Pro when the device is launched in the US next month, according to a report. The streaming platform’s app is available on Apple’s iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS operating systems. Apple also allows app developers to update the tablet versions of their apps to work with visionOS, but it looks like Netflix subscribers will not be able to access the platform’s content via an app when the headset makes its debut in the coming days.

Bloomberg reports that Netflix will not offer a dedicated app for customers who purchase Apple’s $3,499 (roughly Rs. 2.9 lakh) spatial computer when it arrives in the US on February 2. The company told the publication that just like subscribers who watch Netflix using a web browser on Mac computers, users will have to stream their content without a standalone app on the Vision Pro headset.

Netflix users will face a few limitations when watching content on the Vision Pro, according to the report, including no offline download support, limited video quality settings, and no “Environments” which means that you won’t be able to watch content with an immersive background. The service also severely limits streaming quality on browsers like Firefox, Google Chrome, and Opera — Safari (macOS 11 or later) and Microsoft Edge support streaming at 4K resolution.

The world’s most popular streaming platform was the most significant absentee on Apple’s list of streaming services that would offer dedicated apps on the Vision Pro headset. On Wednesday, the company announced that several streaming apps would be supported on the Vision Pro, including Amazon Prime Video, Crunchyroll, Discovery+, Disney+, ESPN, Fubo, IMAX, MLB, MUBI, Max, NBA, PGA Tour, Paramount+, Peacock, Pluto TV, Red Bull TV, TikTok, and Tubi.

Customers who purchase the Apple Vision Pro will also have access to 150 3D movies including Avatar: The Way of Water, Dune, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, and The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The headset allows wearers to watch videos in 2D and 3D along with Spatial Audio, according to Apple.

However, the lack of a standalone Netflix app for the Apple Vision Pro at launch will mean the upcoming headset — with its $3,499 (roughly Rs. 2.9 lakh) price tag — might be a little less appealing for customers who were looking for a more immersive way to watch their favourite TV shows. It remains to be seen whether Netflix changes its stance if the Vision Pro is launched in other markets outside the US.

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Save 50% on Peacock — just in time to watch Chiefs-Dolphins

If you’ve waited to subscribe to Peacock ahead of this Saturday’s streaming-exclusive wildcard game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Miami Dolphins, you’re in luck, because now you can save a few bucks with a new subscription — $30 to be exact.

The NBC streamer is currently running a deal that’ll get you an entire year of Peacock for 50% off — it ends up being just $2.50/month with the current promotion.

For a limited time, Peacock Premium’s annual plan is $29.99/year instead of the typical $59.99/year.

To get the deal, you’ll have to head over to Peacock’s homepage, click PICK A PLAN, and toggle on the annual option.

The 50% off deal is only available with the Peacock Premium plan, which is all you’ll need to watch the Dolphins take on the Chiefs. From there, you’ll need to enter the promo code PEACOCK2024, and the new total should reflect a 50% discount.


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The limited-time deal expires on January 14, but you’ll have to sign up before 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 13 to watch the game.

What other sports can I watch on Peacock?

So, now you have Peacock for an entire year — wondering what else you can watch?

In addition to movies like “The Holdovers” and “Oppenheimer,” which will hit the service in February per a report from Bloomberg, and TV shows from NBC, Bravo, and beyond, Peacock also has live sports year-round. Here are just a few of the sports and leagues you’ll be able to catch this year:

  • NFL (Sunday Night Football, Wildcard Weekend)
  • Big Ten Men’s and Women’s Basketball
  • WWE (Royal Rumble, WrestleMania, and more)
  • Golf (PGA Tour, LPGA Tour, USGA events, and other tournaments)
  • IndyCar

Additionally, Peacock is where you’ll be able to catch every minute of the 2024 Summer Olympics, set to kick off on July 26 in Paris, France.

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Amazon Prime Lite Annual Subscription Plan Gets a Price Cut: See Benefits

Amazon Prime Lite made its debut in India in June this year. It offers a cost-effective alternative to the company’s standard annual Prime subscription. The budget-friendly package offers many benefits similar to the standard Amazon Prime subscription including two-day deliveries and access to the Prime Video catalogue, albeit with some restrictions. Notably, Amazon Prime Lite does not provide access to Amazon Music, Amazon Gaming, and Prime Reading. The e-commerce site has now slashed the price of the Amazon Prime Lite annual plan in India.

Amazon Prime Lite subscription price in India

At launch, the Amazon Prime Lite was priced at Rs. 999 for a year. Now, as per a listing on Amazon’s Customer Service page, (spotted first by MySmartPrice), the price of the annual subscription has been brought down to Rs. 799.

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The standard Amazon Prime plans remain unchanged. The annual subscription is available at Rs. 1,499, while the one-month and three-month Prime plans are listed at Rs. 299 and Rs. 599.

Amazon Prime Lite subscription benefits

Amazon Prime Lite subscription allows users to enjoy a lot of benefits similar to the ones enjoyed by regular Prime users. They are eligible for two-day delivery on select items at no additional cost, as well as one-day or same-day delivery options.

No-cost EMI options are also allowed for Amazon Prime Lite users, similar to standard Prime users. You can access Morning Delivery options to eligible addresses at Rs. 175 per item with a Prime Lite membership. There is also no minimum order value for free delivery eligibility. With the Prime Lite plan, you can also avail of a no-rush delivery option to get a cashback of Rs. 25 on your order.

Most Prime Lite limitations come with Prime Video access. Although the complete Amazon Prime Video catalogue is available to Prime Lite users, they can only access Prime Video content on mobile phones at a maximum resolution of 720p. Live sports and TV shows on Prime Lite membership come with ads, whereas regular Prime users have an ad-free experience.

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IPL 2023 Begins on March 31 in India: All You Need to Know

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 begins on March 31 in India, with the BCCI-run tournament returning to its traditional home-away stadium format this year after modifications and venue changes were implemented in its previous editions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The popular league cricket tournament, which includes 10 teams fighting to become champions, is currently in its 16th edition and sees Gujarat Titans return as defending champions. Notably for viewers, there are major changes to the streaming experience, with JioCinema taking over as the streaming platform for IPL from 2023 onwards.

IPL 2023: Tournament format, dates, and timings

IPL 2023 will follow the traditional league format for much of the tournament, with each team playing every other team once at home, and once away. The four top teams after the league stage will progress to the playoffs, where the first and second-placed teams have a distinct advantage over the third and fourth-placed teams.

The IPL 2023 will take place from March 31 to May 28, with the final set to take place in Ahmedabad, Gujarat — the home venue of the defending champions Gujarat Titans. During the league stage, teams will play primarily at their traditional home venues, although some matches are scheduled to take place in Guwahati, Assam and Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh as denoted home venues for Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings respectively.

League stage matches will take place every day (at least one match per day) from March 31 to May 21, with most matches starting at 7:30pm. However, some matches will start at 3:30pm, so keep a look out for the specific schedule of your favourite team.

IPL 2023: How to watch

There is a big change to how IPL 2023 can be watched, as compared to previous editions of the tournament. With streaming rights changing hands and Viacom18 securing the rights, matches in 2023 will be broadcast on JioCinema, which is available on multiple platforms including smartphones, tablets, smart televisions, and streaming devices, as well as the low-cost JioPhone feature phones.

Interestingly, JioCinema is streaming the entire IPL 2023 tournament at up to Ultra-HD resolution, with numerous other improvements to the viewing experience, such as the ability to change camera angles and languages, being implemented. The app will also provide access to statistics and virtual reality implementations on supported devices.

Viewers will be happy to note that JioCinema is currently accessible free of charge to all, with no subscription plan required and the app free to download on all platforms. JioCinema was the streaming platform for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and drew criticism for poor performance and technical issues then, but it’s possible that these issues will be ironed out ahead of IPL 2023 to ensure proper viewing.

Television viewers also have an option to watch IPL 2023 on traditional cable and DTH connections, with the Star Sports network retaining the TV broadcast rights for IPL going into 2023. However, viewers with access to smart TVs and reliable Internet connections are promised a better experience with JioCinema, particularly the higher resolution and app-based features such as camera angles and 12 Indian languages for commentary and on-screen graphics.

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Netflix Plans in India Are Among the Cheapest Anywhere in 2023, Switzerland Most Expensive: Report

Netflix plans in India are among the most affordable in 2023, compared to other countries around the world where the global streaming service is available. As per a new report, Netflix pricing in India is considerably cheaper than most other countries, where plan pricing starts at considerably higher prices based on direct currency conversion rates. This is because Netflix sets its pricing according to purchasing power, based on average income levels of the platform’s typical user base and how much a customer might be willing to pay to subscribe to the premium streaming service.

As per a report and analysis of Netflix plan pricing in 245 countries by VPNWiki, India is among the most affordable countries to watch Netflix in 2023. Netflix plans in India start at Rs. 149 per month for the Mobile-only plan, going up to Rs. 649 per month for the Premium plan which offers access to content on up to four devices simultaneously and Ultra-HD HDR resolution for all supported content.

Where is Netflix cheaper?

Notably, only a handful of countries have lower starting prices for Netflix than India. Pakistan and Kenya have lower starting prices, while Turkey, Argentina, and Colombia have lower average pricing across plans. Mobile-only plans are not offered everywhere, and were introduced for price-sensitive markets such as India, in order to offer a lower starting point for potential subscribers to sign up for Netflix. These are far lower than the global average pricing of $6.43 (approximately Rs. 530) to $13.03 (approximately Rs. 1,070) per month.

As the name suggests, with the Mobile plan, Netflix can only be accessed from mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Some countries also offer access to an ad-supported basic plan for Netflix which is a bit more affordable than the ad-free basic plan, although this option is not available in India. Importantly, all Netflix content is available to all paid subscribers, regardless of which plan they are on.

Where is Netflix more expensive?

On the other end, Netflix is the most expensive in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, based on the higher purchasing power in those countries and the willingness to pay more for Netflix. In Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Netflix prices range from 11.90CHF (approximately Rs. 1,036) to 24.90CHF (approximately Rs. 2,168) per month – considerably higher than pricing for the same plans in India (Rs. 199 for Basic to Rs. 649 for Premium, per month).

Other countries where Netflix is among the most expensive globally are Israel, the US, and Denmark. Netflix prices are generally higher in Western Europe, Scandinavia, and Oceania, although many of these countries now have ad-supported plans to bring down the starting price of Netflix plans.

Netflix recently announced more stringent measures to curb password sharing, where multiple individuals use a single Netflix account to save costs. This has not rolled out in India yet, but users can expect some form of control to be put in place in 2023, since Netflix likely sees this as considerable lost revenue. The service also recently cut prices in some countries, in an effort to retain subscribers amid strong competition.

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Major League Soccer 2023 Season Pass Available on Apple TV: Details

Major League Soccer, the top professional football league in the United States featuring 29 football clubs, will be available to stream worldwide in over 100 countries, including in India, on the Apple TV app. The 2023 regular season of Major League Soccer (MLS) kicks off on February 25, and will continue till October 2023, followed by the play-offs. Apple TV is now offering the MLS Season Pass through its various apps on different supported platforms and hardware, which will provide live streaming access to all of the matches, including the playoffs.

MLS 2023 Season Pass on Apple TV pricing

Pricing for the MLS 2023 Season Pass on the Apple TV app for existing Apple TV+ subscribers starts at Rs. 1,199 per month, which provides access to all matches during the 2023 season, including the play-offs. Viewers can also opt for the full season pass, which covers all matches for the entire season, including the play-offs, for a one-time price of Rs. 6,900. If you don’t have an active Apple TV+ subscription, the pricing will be Rs. 1,299 per month or Rs. 7,900 for the full season.

Once subscribed, viewers can watch the live streams of the MLS football matches within the Apple TV app on various supported platforms, which includes iOS and iPadOS, tvOS, macOS, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, and select Tizen and webOS models, among others. It’s worth noting that some MLS 2023 matches will be available to stream for free to all, with the opening weekend matches already announced as being streamed for free.

MLS 2023 streaming features

Subscribers to the MLS 2023 Season Pass will be able to view live matches of the MLS 2023 season, which are expected to take place from around 7:30pm ET (6am the next day IST) to 12:30am ET (11am IST) on match days. Commentary will be in English and Spanish, for American teams, as well as in French for Canadian teams, and the Apple TV app will offer club-specific pages and profiles to help fans find the games that interest them.

With this announcement, football fans in India gain access to yet another major global football league, with Apple TV making a strong entry into the space as a streaming partner. The popular English Premier League is available to stream in India through Disney+ Hotstar, while platforms such as Sony Liv and Voot Select also provide access to other leagues and tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League and Spanish La Liga.

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India vs New Zealand ODI Series Kicks Off January 18: How to Watch

India vs New Zealand ODI series starts on January 18, with three matches scheduled to be played between the two teams. The series is taking place in India across three venues, with the matches scheduled for January 18, 21, and 24. As with most international cricket matches played in India, viewers will be able to watch the match both through traditional cable or DTH connections, as well as through online streaming. India recently won the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, and is looking to build on the momentum going into the home series against New Zealand.

India Vs New Zealand ODI Series: match details

The three-match ODI series will take place on January 18 in Hyderabad, January 21 in Raipur, and January 24 in Indore. All three matches are scheduled to begin at 1:30pm on the match days, and will be played in the day-night format.

India Vs New Zealand ODI Series: where to watch

As is usually the case with international cricket matches played in India, the three-match ODI series will be available to watch both through traditional cable and DTH services, as well as online. The Star Sports network will broadcast the matches on their channels for the former medium, while Disney+ Hotstar will live-stream the cricket matches online.

Viewers can log in through their premium Disney+ Hotstar accounts either through the streaming service’s various apps on different platforms, or through the website, in order to view the live stream. All three matches will be available to watch, with the broadcast/ live stream of the actual matches expected to start at 1:30pm.

Disney+ Hotstar acquired the rights to stream all ICC cricket matches and events taking place in India in a lucrative deal in 2022, which is expected to run till the end of 2027.

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What Time/Channel Is Miss Universe on Tonight? Where To Watch Miss Universe 2023 Live

Live from New Orleans, Louisiana, the 71st Miss Universe competition will air on the Roku Channel!

Hosted by former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo and Emmy-winner Jeannie Mai Jenkins, the three-hour broadcast will air in over 165 countries and feature current Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu crowning her successor. The event previously aired on FOX, with Steve Harvey hosting the previous five competitions. Catriona Gray and Zuri Hall will serve as backstage commentators for this year’s show.

“I’m thrilled to be returning to the Miss Universe stage to host the competition again this year,” Culpo said in a statement. “This organization had such an impact on my life and I’m so thankful for the experiences I had with my Miss Universe family. I have so much respect for the continuous evolution of the Miss Universe Organization, including the new female ownership for the first time in the company’s history. I cannot wait to see what this year’s event will hold.”

What time is Miss Universe on tonight? How can you watch Miss Universe 2023 live? Here’s everything you need to know.

WHAT TIME/CHANNEL IS MISS UNIVERSE ON TONIGHT?

Miss Universe airs tonight (January 14) from 8:00-11:00 p.m. ET on the Roku Channel. The competition will be simulcast in Spanish on Telemundo.

HOW TO WATCH MISS UNIVERSE 2023 LIVE:

Miss Universe 2023 is streaming live for free on The Roku Channel. You can stream the event via TheRokuChannel.com, the Roku mobile app, any Roku streaming device, and any compatible Amazon Fire TV device. Additional streaming information can be found on the Roku website.

You can also stream the Miss Universe competition with an active subscription to an over-the-top streaming service that offers Telemundo, including fuboTV and Hulu + Live TV. FuboTV offers a free trial for eligible subscribers.

WILL MISS UNIVERSE 2023 BE ON HULU?

Nope. Unfortunately, the show won’t be available for next-day streaming on Hulu.



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