Source: The Verge
Summary
YouTube has revamped its Premium subscription benefits, making ad-free music and music videos the primary advantage of the full Premium plan. The changes aim to differentiate the service from its ad-supported counterpart. According to YouTube, the update will provide a more streamlined experience for users.
Our Reading
The update arrives with confidence.
YouTube Premium’s new benefits are music to some users’ ears, but for others, it’s a familiar tune. Ad-free music and music videos are now the main reason to upgrade to the full Premium subscription. The service hopes to strike the right chord with this change. The real question is, will users pay for a feature they’ve had before? YouTube is essentially selling a “new” feature that’s been available on other platforms for years.
Author: Evan Null
