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Apple TV's subscription price increased to $14.99 per month on August 28, coinciding with the release of "Dark Matter" Season 2. The show's staggered 10-week episode schedule is designed to span two billing cycles for new subscribers, testing retention amid the price hike. However, Apple has not disclosed subscriber metrics or churn data, making it difficult to gauge the strategy's success.
Apple’s Services segment, which includes Apple TV, reported $30.74 billion in revenue last quarter, up 12% year-over-year. Despite this growth, streaming remains a smaller contributor, with profitability unclear due to bundled offerings.
Investment implication: The price hike tests Apple’s ability to command higher prices in a crowded streaming market. For you, this highlights the challenge of evaluating Apple's Services profitability, given limited transparency and competitive pressures.