#subscription-model
#subscription-model

Wearables

Fitness tracker Whoop faces unhappy customers over upgrade policy | TechCrunch

4 days ago

Wearables

Whoop MG review: a big whoop for a small crowd

fromTechCrunch

Wearables

Fitness tracker Whoop faces unhappy customers over upgrade policy | TechCrunch

4 days ago

Wearables

Whoop MG review: a big whoop for a small crowd

more#fitness-tracker

fromTalkNats.com

6 days ago

Big News: TalkNats is Going Subscription - For Less Than a Cup of Coffee | TalkNats.com

TalkNats is transitioning to a subscription model at $3.99/month after more than a decade of relying on community support and ad revenue.

Fundraising

How to grow a creator-based newsletter business, with Puck's Sarah Personette

Puck's model is evolving to incorporate more contributors as newsletters transform into their own brands, while still centering on its journalists.

fromDigiday

1 week ago

E-Commerce

How leading publishers use data to refine subscription and ad strategies

Growth hacking

fromDigiday

How to grow a creator-based newsletter business, with Puck's Sarah Personette

Puck's model is evolving to incorporate more contributors as newsletters transform into their own brands, while still centering on its journalists.

fromDigiday

1 week ago

E-Commerce

How leading publishers use data to refine subscription and ad strategies

more#publishing

Raleigh One e-bike launches with VanMoof DNA

The decision to put several functions behind monthly subscription tiers is annoying, especially with a high price tag for the Raleigh One that begins at £2,399.

Toronto startup

#video-games

fromKotaku

Video games

Wow, Xbox Game Pass Is Ending January With A Surprising Amount Of New Releases

fromVulture

Video games

The 30 Best Games on Nintendo Switch Online

fromKotaku

Video games

Wow, Xbox Game Pass Is Ending January With A Surprising Amount Of New Releases

fromVulture

Video games

The 30 Best Games on Nintendo Switch Online

more#video-games

fromWindows Central

Poll: Has YouTube taken its war on ad blockers too far?

YouTube is cracking down on ad blockers by throttling videos, slowing down experiences, and warning users that ad blockers violate its terms of service.

Media industry

fromTechCrunch

Anysphere launches a $200-a-month Cursor AI coding subscription | TechCrunch

Anysphere's new subscription plan, Ultra, offers significantly more usage of AI models and priority access to new features, competing directly with other pricier plans.

Artificial intelligence

Netflix Plans More Ads in Its Cheapest Subscription

Netflix's ad-supported subscription is becoming popular, with plans for more interactive ads and ads appearing even during playback pauses.

fromThe Autopian

Online Media Is At A Fork In The Road, So We're Removing Ads For Members - The Autopian

The traditional online advertising model fundamentally undermines content quality and website sustainability.

from9to5Google

YouTube Music showing ads on Now Playing screen for free users

YouTube Music is introducing banner ads on the Now Playing screen for non-paying users.

Marketing tech

WhatsApp could have made enough money without ads.

fromMobile World Live

3 weeks ago

Marketing tech

Meta brings ads to WhatsApp in new revenue push

fromTECHBOOK

Netflix Plans More Ads in Its Cheapest Subscription

Netflix's ad-supported subscription is becoming popular, with plans for more interactive ads and ads appearing even during playback pauses.

fromThe Autopian

Online Media Is At A Fork In The Road, So We're Removing Ads For Members - The Autopian

The traditional online advertising model fundamentally undermines content quality and website sustainability.

from9to5Google

YouTube Music showing ads on Now Playing screen for free users

YouTube Music is introducing banner ads on the Now Playing screen for non-paying users.

Marketing tech

WhatsApp could have made enough money without ads.

fromMobile World Live

3 weeks ago

Marketing tech

Meta brings ads to WhatsApp in new revenue push

Adobe Stock's Path to a 100,000% Return Is Impressive

Adobe's transformation to a subscription model has resulted in a staggering 250,000% stock price increase since 1986.

Adobe to automatically move subscribers to pricier, AI-focused tier in June

Adobe increases subscription prices for Creative Cloud Pro to include generative AI features starting June 17.

Graphic design

Adobe wants me to pay 3 times as much for my favourite plan - I'm out

Graphic design

Adobe's shock pricing move is controversial (and a bit sneaky)

fromhackernoon.com

Digital life

Some Video Editors Are a Special Kind of Hell

fromKiplinger.com

Adobe Stock's Path to a 100,000% Return Is Impressive

Adobe's transformation to a subscription model has resulted in a staggering 250,000% stock price increase since 1986.

Adobe to automatically move subscribers to pricier, AI-focused tier in June

Adobe increases subscription prices for Creative Cloud Pro to include generative AI features starting June 17.

Graphic design

Adobe wants me to pay 3 times as much for my favourite plan - I'm out

Graphic design

Adobe's shock pricing move is controversial (and a bit sneaky)

fromhackernoon.com

Digital life

Some Video Editors Are a Special Kind of Hell

more#adobe

#vmware

Information security

What VMware's licensing crackdown reveals about control and risk | Computer Weekly

fromWIRED

Apple

Broadcom Sends Cease-and-Desist Letters to VMware Perpetual License Holders

Silicon Valley real estate

Broadcom sends cease-and-desist letters to subscription-less VMware users

Silicon Valley real estate

Broadcom sends cease-and-desist letter to holders of perpetual VMware licenses

Software development

Broadcom letters demonstrate push to VMware subscriptions | Computer Weekly

Information security

What VMware's licensing crackdown reveals about control and risk | Computer Weekly

fromWIRED

Apple

Broadcom Sends Cease-and-Desist Letters to VMware Perpetual License Holders

Silicon Valley real estate

Broadcom sends cease-and-desist letters to subscription-less VMware users

Silicon Valley real estate

Broadcom sends cease-and-desist letter to holders of perpetual VMware licenses

Software development

Broadcom letters demonstrate push to VMware subscriptions | Computer Weekly

Some WHOOP Users Are Experiencing Serious Device Issues

WHOOP's rapid valuation growth highlights the importance of customer satisfaction in subscription models.

Wearables

Why Whoop's policy change has fans fuming

Wearables

fromInsideHook

Some WHOOP Users Are Experiencing Serious Device Issues

WHOOP's rapid valuation growth highlights the importance of customer satisfaction in subscription models.

Wearables

Why Whoop's policy change has fans fuming

Meet the startup taking on Nintendo, Xbox, and PlayStation

Nex offers a family-friendly, motion-controlled gaming experience as an alternative to traditional consoles like Switch, PS5, and Xbox.

The subscription model allows families access to over 40 games without purchasing them individually.

ESPN's DTC streaming service set for fall launch

ESPN will launch a direct-to-consumer streaming service in early fall, priced at $29.99 monthly.

Media industry

ESPN reveals new streaming service - here's what it costs and everything you get

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

ESPN's new streaming app could replace cable for some but may end up costing them more

LA Clippers

fromESPN.com

ESPN's DTC streaming service set for fall launch

ESPN will launch a direct-to-consumer streaming service in early fall, priced at $29.99 monthly.

Media industry

ESPN reveals new streaming service - here's what it costs and everything you get

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

ESPN's new streaming app could replace cable for some but may end up costing them more

more#espn

fromTheregister

OpenAI wants to build a subscription OS for your life

OpenAI aims to become a core AI subscription service that evolves into a personalized operating system.

#fitness

Wearables

Whoop wants everyone to give a whoop about the new Whoop 5.0

7 months ago

Wearables

Peloton is introducing a new audio-focused strength training app

Wearables

Whoop wants everyone to give a whoop about the new Whoop 5.0

7 months ago

Wearables

Peloton is introducing a new audio-focused strength training app

more#fitness

#microsoft

Windows Notepad and Paint are still free - but the AI will cost you. Here's how much

Microsoft has placed new AI features in Notepad and Paint behind a subscription paywall, moving towards a freemium model.

Traditional free access to Windows apps is changing with enhanced AI functionalities now requiring payment.

fromTheregister

Marketing tech

Microsoft adds custom SaaS payment plans, variable payments

Windows Notepad and Paint are still free - but the AI will cost you. Here's how much

Microsoft has placed new AI features in Notepad and Paint behind a subscription paywall, moving towards a freemium model.

Traditional free access to Windows apps is changing with enhanced AI functionalities now requiring payment.

fromTheregister

Marketing tech

Microsoft adds custom SaaS payment plans, variable payments

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix's UX design effectively retains users by simplifying decisions to stay subscribed while complicating the cancellation process.

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix effectively uses UX design to retain users and reduce subscription cancellations.

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix's UX design strategies effectively retain users and reduce cancellations, showcasing how design can significantly impact subscription models.

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix's UX design effectively reduces churn by making cancellation less intuitive and promoting engagement through strategic options.

Mobile UX

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix's UX design effectively retains users by simplifying decisions to stay subscribed while complicating the cancellation process.

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix effectively uses UX design to retain users and reduce subscription cancellations.

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix's UX design strategies effectively retain users and reduce cancellations, showcasing how design can significantly impact subscription models.

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

Netflix's UX design effectively reduces churn by making cancellation less intuitive and promoting engagement through strategic options.

Mobile UX

How Netflix Used UX Design to Win 200 Million Paid Users

more#ux-design

JetBrains offers subscription service with both AI Assistant and Junie

The introduction of a new free version and revamped subscription model makes JetBrains AI tools more accessible, including features for free and paid users alike.

Artificial intelligence

Max is going to make you pay for people you share your password with

Max introduces a new charge for extra account members outside of the household.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

Max now offers Extra Member to your plan, but it will cost you

Washington Wizards

Max is going to make you pay for people you share your password with

Max introduces a new charge for extra account members outside of the household.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

Max now offers Extra Member to your plan, but it will cost you

more#password-sharing

fromSocial Media Today

X Launches Updated Post Analytics Display

The revamped UI for X's post analytics pages offers users an improved way to track individual post performance, showcasing engagement and reach metrics comprehensively.

Mobile UX

Apple

fromComputerworld

Why iPhone-as-a-service may make sense as tariffs bite Apple

Apple may need to pivot to an iPhone-as-a-service model to ensure continued sales amidst rising costs and tariffs.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Vimeo Streaming lets creators roll their own Netflix

Vimeo Streaming allows creators to monetize content easily, providing a professional streaming experience without coding skills.

What Happens if Libraries Can't Buy Ebooks? (opinion)

This decision drastically curtails traditional purchasing options. More troubling, it signals an acceleration of a broader industry trend toward subscription-only models, raising profound questions about the future of academic scholarship.

Online learning

fromwww.bbc.com

Meta considers charging for ad-free Facebook and Instagram in the UK

Meta is exploring a paid subscription option in the UK to offer an ad-free experience.

The move addresses growing privacy concerns regarding data tracking on social media.

fromAndroid Authority

Pixel 9a buyers aren't getting any special AI perks from Google

Google's Pixel 9a focuses on AI features, but many advanced functions require a paid subscription, limiting the full potential of its Gemini capabilities.

Gadgets

#streaming-service

fromBoston.com

Boston Celtics

NBC Sports Boston will soon be available to stream on Peacock

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

CNBC's new streaming service can cost up to $600 a year

fromBoston.com

Boston Celtics

NBC Sports Boston will soon be available to stream on Peacock

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

CNBC's new streaming service can cost up to $600 a year

more#streaming-service

Business

fromTechRadar

Office 2024 LTSC vs Microsoft 365 Business: what are the differences?

Office 2024 LTSC is a one-time purchase offering classic Office apps, whereas Microsoft 365 Business operates on a subscription model with added features.

Podcast

fromHer Campus

Substack: An Enriching Escape From an Overwhelming Social Media Landscape

Substack fosters mindful media consumption through its subscription model, promoting intentional engagement over excessive content.

Media industry

fromThe Drum

Ringier Axel Springer Poland's Danuta Bregua on pioneering region's digital subscriptions

Ringier Axel Springer Poland is integrating AI across operations and enhancing audio content to leverage emerging media trends.

Media industry

Max's ad-supported tier is losing CNN and the Bleacher Report

Max will remove live sports add-ons from its cheapest tier, necessitating subscribers to upgrade to higher-priced tiers for access.

Podcast

fromPodcaster News

Podimo Surpasses 1 Million Paying Subscribers In Its First Five Years - Podcaster News

Podimo achieved 1 million subscribers by understanding local markets and curating tailored content.

The podcast subscription business has significant growth potential beyond initial perceptions.

Why Anthropic's latest Claude model could be the new AI to beat - and how to try it

Claude 3.7 Sonnet improves performance in complex reasoning tasks and requires a subscription for extended features.

DevOps

Docker revamps subscription model and improves platform

Docker integrates its entire product portfolio into a single subscription model, enhancing accessibility for developers.

fromGameSpot

Why WoW Subscription Prices Have Never Gone Up--"It's A Prickly Audience"

We never raised the price... just leave the price. We could figure out how to come up with other things to sell them.

Video games

The Arlo flagship battery-powered security camera is down to only $120

The Pro 5S security camera is a compact, versatile solution for surveillance with solid motion detection, but it comes with high costs and subscription requirements.

Digital life