Apple Bundles TV+, Arcade, Music Select With iCloud+ for Israeli Subscribers

Apple announced that starting this month, iCloud+ subscribers in Israel will receive complimentary access to Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade as part of their subscription. This benefit extends to the lowest-tier iCloud+ plan, which offers 50 gigabytes of cloud storage for 3.90 shekels per month. This move represents a significant cost reduction for Israeli consumers, as Apple TV+ typically costs 25.90 shekels monthly and Apple Arcade 17.90 shekels, totaling 43.80 shekels for both services. Subscribers who previously paid for these services separately can now save up to 43.80 shekels per month, or approximately 526 shekels annually.

Additionally, iCloud+ subscribers in Israel will gain access to Apple Music Select, a curated collection of ad-free music stations, described as a streamlined version of Apple Music. Apple stated that Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade will no longer be offered as standalone subscriptions directly through the company in Israel. Existing individual subscribers will be transitioned to the iCloud+ bundle, with their separate subscriptions canceled. The company assured users that progress and saved data in Apple Arcade games will be preserved.

Concurrently, Apple will cease offering the Apple One bundle to new subscribers in Israel. Apple One combines multiple company services under a single monthly payment. While current Apple One subscribers can continue using their plans, new sign-ups will be discontinued. This new bundled offering for iCloud+ subscribers in Israel is part of a broader global change affecting over 100 countries and regions, set to launch within September. The iCloud+ subscription can be shared with up to five additional family members through Family Sharing, allowing them to also utilize the included services.