Once again, it’s the beta version that might foretell what to expect in upcoming versions of iOS 13.
A group of code references found within a recent iOS 13.5.5 beta distribution hints at a service bundle that could include Apple Music, Apple TV+, and more in a single subscription.
While reports of an “Apple bundle” aren’t new, Apple allegedly spent much of 2019 negotiating deals with music producers and publishers to bring their content together via a single subscription. If bought separately today, a Family Sharing combination of Apple Music, News+, and TV+ would total $30 per month.
With this bundle, Apple could offer all its digital services at a lower price and also keep users even more tied to its ecosystem.
The iOS 13.5.5 beta’s internal files reference a “bundle offer” and “bundle subscription” that hadn’t appeared in previous iOS versions. These codes are related to the management system of Apple’s own services subscriptions like Apple News+, etc.
While nothing’s set in stone and it could take some time for a bundle option to appear, this might forecast a new direction for iOS and Apple’s services.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via 9to5Mac