Apple Bundles TV, Arcade into iCloud+ in 100+ Countries
The new initiative, excluding the US, automatically includes Apple TV and Apple Arcade with 50 GB iCloud+ subscriptions at no extra charge, with some markets also getting an 'Apple Music Select' tier
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Apple stops selling Apple TV and Arcade as individual subscriptions in countries where iCloud+ bundle is available.
Apple will stop selling Apple TV and Apple Arcade as individual subscriptions in supported countries.
Story published. The new initiative, excluding the US, automatically includes Apple TV and Apple Arcade with 50 GB iCloud+ subscriptions at no extra charge, with some markets also getting an 'Apple Music Select' tier
Apple has launched a new initiative that bundles Apple TV and Apple Arcade subscriptions into iCloud+ at no extra charge in over 100 countries. The new initiative does not include the United States.
The 50 GB iCloud+ subscription, which is priced at $0.99/month in the US, will now automatically include Apple TV and Apple Arcade in the supported countries. This move aims to boost access to Apple's content services in smaller territories and price-sensitive developing markets.
Some markets are also getting access to a new ‘Apple Music Select’ tier as part of iCloud+, which includes a handful of ad-free radio stations. Eligible iCloud+ customers can then upgrade to a full Apple Music plan at a reduced price.
## What's Included The list of supported countries includes Albania, Algeria, Angola, and many others, with the full list available. The new initiative is rolling out this month to users in the supported markets.
## Why it Matters This move is part of Apple's strategy for services growth in smaller territories and price-sensitive developing markets. By bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade into iCloud+, the company is making its content services more accessible to a wider audience. This could potentially boost the adoption of Apple's services in these markets, where the pricier Apple One bundles may have been out of reach for some consumers.
The new initiative is a significant development for Apple's services business, which has been a key area of focus for the company in recent years. With the inclusion of Apple TV and Apple Arcade in iCloud+, Apple is providing more value to its customers and differentiating its services from those of its competitors.
