FTC Sues Uber Over Alleged Deceptive Subscription Practices
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Uber, claiming the company misled customers and made cancellations difficult for its Uber One subscription service. The case alleges unauthorized charges and complex cancellation processes requiring up to 32 separate actions.
Garmin Users Outraged Over New Connect+ Subscription Service
Garmin's introduction of a $6.99 monthly Connect+ subscription service has sparked widespread user backlash and calls for boycott. The premium features package has drawn criticism from users who already invested heavily in Garmin devices, leading to organized protests and potential customer exodus.
Garmin Launches Connect+ Subscription with AI-Powered Fitness Insights
Garmin introduces Connect+, a premium subscription service featuring AI-powered training analysis and enhanced fitness tracking capabilities. The $6.99 monthly service adds advanced features while maintaining existing free functionality, marking a strategic shift for the wearable tech company.
Samsung Expands AI Subscription Club to Galaxy Smartphones
Samsung Electronics plans to extend its AI Subscription Club from home appliances to Galaxy smartphones and the Ballie AI robot starting next month. The service aims to provide flexible payment options while keeping existing AI features free through 2025.
X Premium Plus Subscription Sees Major Price Hike to $22 Monthly
X (formerly Twitter) announces a significant 40% price increase for Premium Plus subscriptions, raising monthly rates to $22 in the US. The change brings enhanced features including ad-free browsing and expanded creator revenue sharing, while existing subscribers retain current pricing until January 2025.
X Premium+ Subscription Prices Soar by 37.5% Globally, with Dramatic Regional Variations
X is implementing substantial price hikes for its Premium+ subscription service, with US monthly rates jumping from $16 to $22. The changes, effective December 21, show stark regional variations with some markets like Nigeria seeing increases of over 450%.
Microsoft Phases Out Skype Credit and Phone Numbers in Strategic Subscription Shift
Microsoft quietly discontinues Skype credit top-ups and phone number sales, pushing users toward subscription-based services. While existing features remain functional for current users, the unannounced change marks a significant pivot for the platform's 36 million daily active users.
Bluesky Unveils Premium Subscription Plans with Bluesky+ Mockup
Social network Bluesky reveals plans for an $8 monthly premium service offering enhanced features like high-quality video uploads and profile customization. The platform explores various monetization strategies while emphasizing that all details remain in development.
FTC Launches Investigation into Uber's Subscription Service Practices
The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Uber over alleged unauthorized enrollments and cancellation obstacles in its Uber One subscription program. The probe follows customer complaints and comes amid broader FTC crackdowns on subscription practices across tech companies.
Netflix Hikes Prices as Password Crackdown Growth Slows
Netflix raises subscription fees in several countries as the boost from its password-sharing crackdown wanes. The streaming giant faces pressure to sustain growth amid challenges in acquiring new subscribers, despite strong financial performance.