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Disney+ Upgrades Israeli App Four Years After Launch With New Features and Global Access
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First reported by Ynet · 2 hours ago
What happened
Disney+ is upgrading its Israeli app to the version used in Europe and the US starting September 9, improving features and allowing viewing abroad. The original app, launched in June 2022, faced criticism for lacking key functions. Users must download the new app and reset profiles, with the old app available until October 12.
- 01Disney+ replaces Israeli app with US/Europe version on September 9.
- 02New app offers improved user experience and viewing abroad.
- 03Original June 2022 launch used Indian Hotstar platform, causing feature gaps.
- 04Subscription price and content remain unchanged.
- 05New features include smarter recommendations, ESPN updates, and parental controls.
- 06Users must download new app and reset profiles; old app available until October 12.
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