Spotify to raise premium prices in Canada starting July

Spotify will increase prices for most premium subscriptions in Canada beginning in July, marking the latest in a series of 2026 price adjustments across markets.

Most premium plans will rise between $1 and $3 per month, according to an email sent to Canadian users. Student accounts will remain unchanged at $6.39 plus tax. The company stated the adjustment supports further investment in the service and benefits artists through improved offerings. This follows Spotify's January 2026 increases for US, Latvian, and Estonian subscribers.

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YouTube raises US prices for Premium subscription plans

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YouTube has increased prices for its Premium service in the United States for the first time since 2023. The individual plan now costs $15.99 a month, up $2, while the family plan rises $4 to $26.99. New subscribers face the hikes immediately, with existing users notified for changes on future billing cycles.

Netflix has increased prices across its US subscription tiers, with the ad-supported plan rising from $8 to $9 per month. The standard ad-free plan now costs $20, up from $18, and the premium plan is $27, previously $25. The changes take effect immediately for new subscribers and will roll out to existing ones in coming weeks.

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Amazon's Audible has introduced a new Standard membership plan priced at $9 per month in the US, offering a monthly audiobook credit and access to a curated library. This lower-cost option aims to attract more listeners amid competition from services like Spotify and library apps. The plan is available immediately in several countries including the US, UK, and Canada.

AT&T has replaced its existing unlimited phone plans with new 2.0 versions that offer more features at generally lower prices. The carrier introduced four tiers, including a premium Elite 2.0 option for high-end users. Existing customers must pay a fee to switch.

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Spotify has introduced settings allowing users on free and paid plans to turn off videos, including Canvas looping visuals, music videos, and podcasts. The update, rolling out globally this month, also lets family plan managers adjust video settings for all members. Users can now choose an audio-first experience across mobile, desktop, TV, and web platforms.

Epic Games announced on March 10 that it will increase prices for V-Bucks, Fortnite's premium currency, effective March 19, to help cover rising operational costs. The company is also adjusting battle pass prices and subscriber rewards, despite reporting $6.21 billion in gross revenue last year. These changes apply across platforms, with some offsets like cashback incentives.

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Amazon has introduced a limited-time bundle offering Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus to Prime Video subscribers for $20 a month. The package saves users $10 compared to individual subscriptions and provides access to original content from both services. Announced on Tuesday, the deal requires an active Amazon Prime membership in the US.

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