Google’s YouTube has announced price increases for its Premium and Music services, affecting legacy subscribers in the U.S. and Europe. Starting in the new year, older plans will transition to a $13.99 monthly rate in the U.S., while European users will see similar adjustments, some with a three-month grace period. This move comes amidst YouTube’s strategic expansion and revenue growth, with the platform introducing new features and services to enhance user experience.
Sony has increased the price of the standard DualSense controller for the PlayStation 5 in the US by $5, marking a 7% price hike. This comes after Sony highlighted the profitability of its accessories business and amidst rumors of a new PlayStation 5 Pro console, set to be announced tomorrow, September 10, 2024.
Sony has raised the price of most DualSense controllers by $5, affecting standard and special edition models. This follows recent price hikes for the PlayStation 5 Slim and PlayStation Plus subscription service, highlighting Sony’s increasing focus on premium pricing for its products.
Sony has announced a 19% price increase for the PlayStation 5 in Japan, citing global economic fluctuations as the primary reason. The move comes as the PS5 is expected to be succeeded by a new version soon. The price increase also extends to PlayStation accessories, including the DualSense controller and Pulse Elite headset.
Sony has announced a third price increase for the PlayStation 5 in Japan, raising the cost of both the disc and digital editions. This marks a significant jump in price since the console’s launch, adding to the growing concerns about PS5 profitability for Sony.
Sony has announced a price increase for its PlayStation 5 console in Japan, citing global economic fluctuations. The price hike, effective September 2nd, will see the PS5 cost around 20% more. Despite this, Sony expects to sell 18 million PS5 units this year. The move comes amidst reports of a potential PS5 hardware refresh, while Sony’s gaming division is expected to see strong profit growth.
Tesco is increasing the price of its standard meal deal, with Clubcard members facing a £0.20 increase and non-members paying £1 more. The supermarket cites ingredient upgrades and expanded options as justification for the price hike, but the move is sure to spark debate among customers. This article provides a detailed comparison of Tesco’s meal deal pricing against its competitors, highlighting the value proposition and potential impact of the price change.
Tesla has increased prices for its Cybertruck, with the base model no longer available for order. The mid-tier dual-motor AWD Cybertruck now starts at $99,990, while the top-tier tri-motor Cyberbeast is priced at $119,990. Despite the price hikes, Tesla is delivering the mid-tier Cybertruck this month and the top-tier model in October. While Tesla had previously received over a million orders for the Cybertruck, it has faced production issues, including problems with the windshield wipers, accelerator pedal, and bed trim.
Sainsbury’s has raised the price of its popular meal deal by 25p, bringing the cost to £3.75. This is the first price increase in three years and has caused widespread backlash from shoppers who have taken to social media to express their dismay. The supermarket chain defends the price hike, stating that the meal deal remains one of the best value options available, offering millions of possible combinations and significant savings. However, shoppers are not convinced and continue to lament the change, likening it to a national tragedy.
Microsoft has announced price increases and changes to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service, introducing new tiers and phasing out the ‘Game Pass for Console’ option. The changes, effective July 10th, include a price hike for all tiers and the launch of a new ‘Xbox Game Pass Standard’ tier. Existing subscribers will see price increases in September.
