Philips Hue Sync TV App for Samsung TVs Gets Subscription Option and Music Mode

Philips Hue parent company Signify today announced an expanded relationship with Samsung, bringing the Philips Hue Sync TV app to additional countries, adding a Music Mode, and introducing a monthly subscription option. As of last year, Samsung TV owners have been able to download a Philips Hue Sync app that allows Samsung smart TVs to […]

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This is an all-time low price for Microsoft Office that frees you from the shackles of subscription tyranny

The Spring sales are in full force this week, but it’s important to not get carried away by the promise of discounts and purchase stuff that’s really worth the money, regardless of if it’s on sale or not. Shockingly, one of the most prolific and widely used software packages is at an all-time low right […]

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This is an all-time low price for Microsoft Office that frees you from the shackles of subscription tyranny

The Spring sales are in full force this week, but it’s important to not get carried away by the promise of discounts and purchase stuff that’s really worth the money, regardless of if it’s on sale or not. Shockingly, one of the most prolific and widely used software packages is at an all-time low right […]

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This is an all-time low price for Microsoft Office that frees you from the shackles of subscription tyranny

The Spring sales are in full force this week, but it’s important to not get carried away by the promise of discounts and purchase stuff that’s really worth the money, regardless of if it’s on sale or not. Shockingly, one of the most prolific and widely used software packages is at an all-time low right […]

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This is an all-time low price for Microsoft Office that frees you from the shackles of subscription tyranny

The Spring sales are in full force this week, but it’s important to not get carried away by the promise of discounts and purchase stuff that’s really worth the money, regardless of if it’s on sale or not. Shockingly, one of the most prolific and widely used software packages is at an all-time low right […]

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This is an all-time low price for Microsoft Office that frees you from the shackles of subscription tyranny

The Spring sales are in full force this week, but it’s important to not get carried away by the promise of discounts and purchase stuff that’s really worth the money, regardless of if it’s on sale or not. Shockingly, one of the most prolific and widely used software packages is at an all-time low right […]

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Samsung’s going to launch an ‘SSD Subscription’ model for servers

You’ve heard of TV and music streaming subscriptions, but how about one for high-performance SSD memory solutions for servers? That’s apparently what Samsung is going to announce tomorrow at NVIDIA’s GTC 2024 conference in San Jose, California. Samsung is reportedly going to introduce several new memory solutions for AI and machine learning applications at the […]

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Spotify Complains That Apple Hasn’t Approved Update With Subscription Pricing and Links in EU

Apple has not approved a Spotify app update that adds information on subscription pricing and links its website, Spotify complained today in an email to the European Commission (via The Verge). Spotify says that Apple has not “acknowledged nor responded” to its App Store submission. The European Commission on March 4 fined Apple almost $2 […]

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Tidal drops it’s subscription price, with a few caveats

TL;DR Tidal consolidates its HiFi and HiFi Plus subscriptions into one cost-effective plan priced at $10.99/month, including all of the perks, aside from the DJ integration feature, which will be an optional add-on for an additional fee. The revamped subscription aims to stay competitive with Apple Music and Amazon Music Unlimited, offering lossless audio at […]

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Netflix will soon remove its cheapest ad-free subscription plan

Netflix is doing away with one of its ad-free subscription plans. The company announced in an earnings report that the Basic ad-free subscription will no longer be available in some countries. From the second quarter of 2024, Netflix will remove the $11.99 ad-free Basic plan starting with Canada and the UK. Other countries will follow […]

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Like Microsoft Copilot, Samsung’s new Galaxy AI experience for the S24 series phones might get a paid subscription in the future

What you need to know Samsung just unveiled its lineup of Galaxy S24 series phones at its Unpacked event, including S24 Ultra, S24 Plus, and S24. The phones ship a new and sleek design, nifty features, and Galaxy AI (an AI-powered experience designed to enhance intelligence and streamline the mobile user experience). While the Galaxy […]

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Is Google’s big push for its YouTube Premium subscription and crackdown on ad blockers why I’m seeing more ads than ever before?

YouTube is arguably one of the best streaming platforms (or so I thought). This can be predominantly attributed to the fact users can find whatever type of content they fancy on the platform for free.  I’ve been using YouTube since its launch, and all I can say is that the watching experience has increasingly gotten […]

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Microsoft launches paid subscription for Copilot — includes AI in Office and priority access for a monthly fee

What you need to know Microsoft has today announced a paid subscription service for its AI Copilot service. Copilot Pro launches today for $20 a month, available to anyone who wishes to subscribe. The paid service gets you priority access to the AI model, as well as access to Copilot inside Microsoft Office apps like […]

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Microsoft launches paid subscription for Copilot — includes AI in Office apps and priority access for a monthly fee

What you need to know Microsoft has today announced a paid subscription service for its AI Copilot service. Copilot Pro launches today for $20 a month, available to anyone who wishes to subscribe. The paid service gets you priority access to the AI model, as well as access to Copilot inside Microsoft Office apps like […]

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OpenAI debuts a dedicated app store with millions of custom GPT bots alongside a new ChatGPT subscription tier for small teams

What you need to know OpenAI’s long-awaited GPT Store is up and running. The GPT Store will provide users with a public platform to promote their custom GPT bots. The company is working on a revenue-sharing program which is set to ship within this year’s first quarter, to provide creators with compensation based on user […]

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Apple Settles Family Sharing Subscription Lawsuit

Apple has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit over Family Sharing, and will pay out $25 million to put an end to the case. First filed in 2019, the lawsuit accused Apple of misrepresenting the way that subscriptions to third-party apps worked with the Family Sharing feature. While Family Sharing allows participants to share […]

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“Microsoft Office on the Meta Quest 3! And I don’t even have an O365 subscription.” A VR expert shows how to make the perfect virtual desk.

What you need to know Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel are now available for Meta Quest. The productivity apps work all Meta Quest headsets, including the original Oculus Quest, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 3. Since these are the web versions of the Office apps, you do not need a Microsoft […]

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Microsoft announces paid subscription for Windows 10 users who want OS updates beyond 2025

What you need to know Microsoft has announced an “extended security update” (ESU) program for Windows 10. The ESU program will allow users to pay for monthly security updates beyond Windows 10’s end of support date. Windows 10 will reach end of life in October 2025. For the first time ever, both commercial and consumer […]

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Verizon Offering $10/Month Netflix and Max Ad-Supported Combo Subscription

Verizon today announced a new partnership with Netflix and Max that will see the carrier offering a combined streaming bundle option to customers who subscribe to its “myPlan” offering. The combined Netflix and Max plan will be available for $10, but there is a minor catch because the subscriptions are ad-supported. Standalone versions of the […]

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Need Microsoft Office or a Microsoft 365 subscription? Get these deals with BestBuy Plus or Total Membership before they’re gone!

Microsoft Office is a staple for every student and business professional, and right now, you can get Microsoft 365 for a discount through the BestBuy membership program. BestBuy is a great place to order items. You can usually order online and pick it up in two hours. Returns are also hassle-free, easy, and instant.  Moreover, […]

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