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Amazon Music – Three Plans Introduced in India

As mentioned, Amazon Music has now been divided into three different plans or tiers in India, and the biggest update is the arrival of Amazon Music Unlimited. This is the new premium paid plan from the brand’s end, and it will be offering users access to over 100 million songs and podcasts with no ads. Users will also be able to download songs and listen to them offline, while studio-quality sound, including Dolby Atmos, will also be made available with this plan.

To note, Amazon Music Unlimited has been priced at INR 99 per month for Amazon Prime members. For users who do not have an Amazon Prime membership, the same plan can be availed by paying INR 119 per month. Amazon is also offering a free trial for the newly-introduced plan, under which Prime members will be getting a 6-month free trial, whereas non-Prime members will be able to get a 3-month free trial. After the free trial period ends, users will have to pay the monthly subscription fee based on their membership status.

Speaking more about the second plan, Amazon Music for Prime members will continue to be available for users who have an active Amazon Prime membership. With this plan, users will still get access to over 100 million songs and podcasts without having to pay any extra amount. However, there is a catch. Amazon has now changed this plan, and Prime members will hear some ads while listening. Along with this, offline downloads will also no longer be available under the Amazon Music for Prime members plan.

There is one more thing that users must keep in mind. Amazon Music Free is also going to be introduced soon, and this will be the free version of the app for users who do not want to pay for a subscription. This plan will allow users to listen to the music catalogue for free, but it will come with ads and will not offer premium features like offline downloads or the highest audio quality.

Regarding the Amazon Music Free plan, the company is yet to reveal its exact launch timeline. As of now, Amazon Music Unlimited stands as the new top-tier paid plan in India, while Prime members will continue to get access to Amazon Music with a few changes.

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“Customers expect their TV streaming experience to be fast and responsive—apps that load quickly, content that’s easy to find, and streaming that’s smooth and lag-free. Our latest Fire TV Stick HD delivers exactly that,” says Sayantani Choudhuri, Head of Fire TV, Amazon India. “From performance to design, Amazon has built the device to offer a streaming experience that’s fast, smooth, and convenient for customers in India.”

Amazon Fire TV Stick HD: Features

The all-new Fire TV Stick HD is 30% slimmer than other sticks in the Fire TV range and is revealed to deliver 30% faster performance on average than the previous generation and supports full HD streaming with HDR10+, Bluetooth 5.3 and WiFi 6 for better-quality video streaming.

It plugs into any compatible TV with an HDMI port and gives you access to lakhs of movies and TV shows across apps like Prime Video, Netflix, JioHotstar, YouTube, Zee5, and more (subscription fees may apply). The Fire TV Stick can be powered through your TV’s USB port via Direct Power.

It comes with a redesigned interface that’s faster and better organised with dedicated categories for movies, TV shows, free, and live content. For the first time, users can play hundreds of Xbox cloud-enabled games on a Fire TV HD device by pairing a compatible Bluetooth controller (requires an Xbox Game Pass subscription).

The Fire TV Stick comes with an Alexa Voice remote, which supports voice commands and has pre-set buttons for quick access to select apps. Users can also manage Alexa-compatible smart appliances like ACs, geysers, fans and lights using this device.

Amazon Fire TV Stick HD: Availability

Amazon’s latest streaming stick is priced at Rs 4,999 and is available on Amazon, Blinkit, Flipkart, Swiggy Instamart and Zepto, with retail stores to follow.

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Amazon MX Player Integrated With Prime Video in India

As per the details shared, this latest integration is aimed at making Prime Video a one-stop entertainment hub for users in India. Prime members will now be able to access a much wider catalogue of original and exclusive contents across different devices, while also getting the flexibility to choose between ads-supported streaming or an ads-free experience via additional plans. Also to add, users who are not interested in paying for subscriptions too will now get access to a broader collection of free video contents through the unified platform.

Speaking more, this move follows Amazon’s acquisition of MX Player assets back in 2024, which were initially merged with the brand’s miniTV service. The long-term goal behind the integration has been to combine India’s large free streaming audience together with Prime Video’s premium subscription service under one brand itself. This means that users will now be able to access subscription-based contents (SVOD), free ads-supported shows (AVOD), and movie rental services (TVOD) all from a single application.

Aligning with this latest update, Amazon has also shared details regarding how the service will function across different devices. On iPhones, smart TVs, and web browsers, the Amazon MX Player application will automatically redirect users to Prime Video. However, things are said to be slightly different for Android users. As per the details shared, the Android application will continue to function as a local video player for personal files too, while also being rebranded with a dedicated Prime Video experience.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Previously, we have seen various movies and TV shows making their way into video games. And now, the Stranger Things crossover is announced to arrive on Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. The content will debut on 9^th December, 2025.

Turn the skies upside down 🚁

Stranger Things x Microsoft Flight Simulator 24 is coming December 9! pic.twitter.com/yXyKTr6z1B

— XBOX (@XBOX) December 4, 2025

In the teaser video, a UH-1H Huey helicopter with a Hawkins Heli-Tours logo can be seen flying upside down. Hawkins is the name of the fictional town from Stranger Things. This suggests that the aircraft may be added to the game in this collaboration.

The content that will be added by this latest collab is still not clear, but the details will be revealed on 9^th December.

Many users online have shown their excitement related to this crossover in the comment section of the above post. If you are a Microsoft Flight Simulator or Stranger Things fan, then you have got to witness this crazy crossover.

Stay tuned with The Tech Outlook for more latest updates.

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Reportedly, Apple has paid $750 million for this five-year deal. This deal follows the global success of Apple’s F1: The Movie, which starred Brad Pitt and turned out to be the highest-grossing sports movie of all time.

Apple TV will deliver comprehensive coverage of Formula 1, with all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grands Prix available to Apple TV subscribers. Select races and all practice sessions will also be available for free in the Apple TV app throughout the course of the season. In addition to broadcasting Formula 1 on Apple TV, Apple will amplify the sport across Apple News, Apple Maps, Apple Music, and Apple Fitness+. Apple Sports, the free app for iPhone, will feature live updates for every qualifying, Sprint, and race for each Grand Prix across the season, with real-time leaderboards, season driver and constructor standings, Live Activities to follow on the Lock Screen, and a designated widget for the iPhone Home Screen.

It is revealed that F1’s own premier content offering- F1 TV Premium will continue to be available in the US via an Apple TV subscription only and will be free for those who subscribe.

Commenting on this partnership, Formula 1’s President and CEO, Stefano Domnicali, said, “This is an incredibly exciting partnership for Apple and the whole of Formula 1 that will ensure we can continue to maximize our growth potential in the U.S. with the right content and innovative distribution channels. We are no strangers to each other, having spent the past three years working together to create F1 The Movie, which has already proven to be a huge hit around the world. We have a shared vision to bring this amazing sport to our fans in the U.S. and entice new fans through live broadcasts, engaging content, and a year-round approach to keep them hooked. I want to thank Tim Cook, Eddy Cue, and the entire Apple team for their vision and passionate approach to delivering this partnership, and we are looking forward to the next five years together.”

Apple has announced that additional information, including production details, product enhancements, and all the ways fans will be able to enjoy F1 content across Apple products and services, will be announced in the coming months.

The company also mentioned that after its wide theatrical release this summer, F1: The Movie will make its global streaming debut on Apple TV on December 12, 2025.

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The new membership works across devices, including smartphones, laptops, and TVs. While Premium Lite offers ad-free viewing for most videos, ads may still appear on music content, Shorts, and when users search or browse. For those who want ad-free music on YouTube and YouTube Music, along with offline downloads and background play, YouTube recommends opting for the full Premium plan.

The rollout has already begun, with full availability expected across India in the coming weeks.

So far, this premium lite plan is available in these countries:

Argentina

Australia

Brazil

Canada

Chile

Colombia

France

Germany

Great Britain

India

Italy

Japan

Mexico

Philippines

Poland

Romania

Singapore

Spain

Taiwan

Thailand

Turkey

United States

Other YouTube Premium plans are as follows:

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Ahead of the upcoming release, Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with Netflix to deliver a limited-time promotion for the hit animation KPop Demon Hunters. Starting from today, Galaxy users can try out a special curated collection of KPop Demon Hunters theme via the Galaxy Store, available at no additional cost for a limited time.

The KPop Demon Hunters theme collection, composed of Lock Screen, Home Screen, AOD, Phone Screen, Message Screen, and Icons, includes eleven special designs inspired by the film’s unique visual identity. The set features one special theme package spotlighting the in-universe K-pop groups HUNTRIX, along with ten character-based wallpapers highlighting fan favorites such as Rumi, Zoey, Jinu, Derpy, and Sussie.

The special theme package is only compatible with Galaxy devices running Android OS 15 or later, while wallpaper themes are compatible with Galaxy smartphones running all versions of Android OS.

Availability

The themes will be available from 10:00 AM on August 13 to 11:59 PM on September 12 via a dedicated promotion page on the Galaxy Store. Existing Netflix users can unlock the themes simply by launching the Netflix app through the promotion page in the Galaxy Store. Users without the Netflix app are directed to the Netflix app download page in the Galaxy Store. After installation and launch of the app, they can download the KPop Demon Hunters Theme and Wallpaper through the promotion page.

KPop Demon Hunters Theme and wallpaper are available in South Korea, the US, UK, France, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, and Turkiye.

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Netflix’s internal production team worked with Eyeline Studios, a production innovation group, to create a complex visual effects sequence of a building collapsing in Buenos Aires for the post-apocalyptic series based on the acclaimed 1957 Argentine comic book. According to Sarandos, using AI allowed the team to complete the sequence 10 times faster than traditional methods.  “The cost of it just wouldn’t have been feasible for a show in that budget,” he noted during the earnings call. Netflix underlined that AI is a tool to enhance creativity rather than replace human workers, with Sarandos stating, “This is real people doing real work using better tools.” Beyond visual effects, Netflix is incorporating generative AI into a variety of platforms. Earlier this year, Netflix introduced an AI-powered search feature for select iOS users in Australia and New Zealand.

“El Eternauta” is currently available globally on Netflix, featuring six episodes of the sci-fi series. The show’s success reportedly contributed $34 million to the Argentine economy back in May 2025. Netflix revealed impressive second-quarter earnings of 2025, with sales of $11.08 billion, a 16% increase over last year, and a profit of $3.13 billion. The business stated that customers viewed over 95 billion hours of material in the first half of 2025, with non-English titles accounting for one-third of total viewership.

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We're bringing NASA+ to @Netflix!

Starting this summer, Netflix audiences will be able to stream rocket launches, spacewalks, and other major live events on the platform. Read more about how we're working to bring NASA's work to a global audience: https://t.co/DtpxS9yhmc pic.twitter.com/DHI6ybxOum

— NASA (@NASA) June 30, 2025

Starting this summer, NASA+ live programming will be available on Netflix. Subscribers will have the option to stream rocket launches, astronaut spacewalks, mission coverage, and breathtaking live views of Earth from the International Space Station.

“The National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 calls on us to share our story of space exploration with the broadest possible audience,” said Rebecca Sirmons, general manager of NASA+ at the agency’s headquarters in Washington. “Together, we’re committed to a Golden Age of Innovation and Exploration – inspiring new generations – right from the comfort of their couch or in the palm of their hand from their phone.”

This partnership will make NASA’s work in science and exploration more accessible, allowing the agency to increase engagement with Netflix which reaches a global audience of more than 700 million people. It is revealed that the goal of this partnership is to bring the excitement of the agency’s discoveries, inventions and space exploration to people, wherever they are.

Apart from Netflix, NASA+ remains available for free with no ads, through the NASA app and on the agency’s website. The additional programming details and schedules will be announced ahead of the launch.

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Apple Releases New WWDC25 Hello Playlist

As mentioned, ahead of Apple’s much awaited developer conference event of the year, the brand has now officially released a new WWDC25 Hello playlist on Apple Music. It consists of a new playlist of summer sounds – featuring a total of 20 songs with a total duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes.

The songs included are:

1. ‘Beautiful Things’ by Benson Boone
2. ‘party 4 u’ by Charli xcx
3. ‘What Was That’ by Lorde
4. ‘Azizam’ by Ed Sheeran
5. ‘Love Me Not’ by Ravyn Lenae
6. ‘Nice To Meet You’ by Myles Smith
7. ‘Lose My Mind’ (feat. Doja Cat) by Don Toliver
8. ‘Blessings’ by Calvin Harris and Clementine Douglas
9. ‘What Are You Waiting For’ by d4vd
10. ‘Nice to Know You’ by PinkPantheress
11. ‘No Room For A Saint’ (feat. Nathan Nicholson) by Dom Dolla
12. ‘Ripple’ by Good Neighbours
13. ‘nice’ by 2hollis
14. ‘Keep Me Satisfied’ by Jungle
15. ‘Waited All Night’ by Jamie xx, Romy, and Oliver Sim
16. ‘Tonight’ (feat. Ezra Koenig) by Phoenix
17. ‘One Thing’ by Lola Young
18. ‘jupiter’ by almost monday and Jordana
19. ‘Blest’ by Yuno
20. ‘Ordinary’ by Alex Warren

About Apple’s WWDC25 event, it will be held next week from the 9th 0f June 2025 to the 13th of June 2025. The latest updates concerning its operating systems, new technologies, apps and games, and also updates related to AI developments will be looked into at the five-day long event.

Stay tuned for more updates.

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