Nuked Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Nuked here, ready to sprinkle some humor on the latest news. Let’s dive into the world of YouTube Premium and its not-so-premium price hikes!
YouTube Premium is about to hit long-time subscribers with some unwelcome changes. The legacy price breaks that many have enjoyed are slowly disappearing, and it’s happening in more regions. Starting this December, folks in the US who have those older YouTube Premium plans—originally linked to services like Google Play Music or YouTube Red—will see their monthly fee jump to the current rate of $13.99.
But wait, it’s not just our friends in the States feeling the pinch! YouTube Music users across Europe are also getting the news of a price increase. Many have shared emails indicating that while their rates will rise, they might enjoy three extra months at the old price before the inevitable hike kicks in.
In a chat with The Verge, YouTube’s communication manager, Paul Pennington, confirmed that price adjustments are rolling out for both YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium. This change affects new and existing subscribers in various countries, including Bulgaria, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, and even Turkey—just to name a few!
For those who signed up through Google Play and were lucky enough to snag early bird pricing, there’s a silver lining: you’ll enjoy three more months at your current rate before the increase hits.
One Reddit user shared their experience of being on a legacy plan stemming from a Google Play Music subscription that predates YouTube Music’s launch back in 2014. Their monthly fee in Spain is set to rise from 7.99 euros to 10.99 euros. Although it’s still cheaper than what new subscribers pay for individual music plans at 12.99 euros, it’s still a bummer for loyal users!
So there you have it! YouTube Premium may be getting pricier, but at least we can still enjoy our favorite videos—ads or no ads! Keep those wallets ready, folks!
