BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
There are new shiny iPhones, so Apple is making you pay more for older models
Apple is increasing prices on its current iPhone lineup by $100, affecting the iPhone 16, iPhone 17, and iPhone Air models.
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WED, 09 SEPT 2026
AI & MLtechcrunch.com
AI spend per employee slumped at top firms in August — summer doldrums or a warning sign?
AI adoption is reducing spending per employee as token costs fall and cheaper models spread, undermining hyperscalers’ expectations of rising revenue from heavy enterprise usage.
TUE, 08 SEPT 2026
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTwww.cleartosend.net
CTS 392: Navigating Ekahau’s New Licensing Model (Sponsored)
Ekahau is shifting to a role-based SaaS licensing model starting September 1, 2026, offering separate tools for predictive design, surveying, troubleshooting, and full-suite use so organizations can match software access to specific wireless workflow needs while keeping existing perpetual licenses and connect subscriptions available.
MON, 31 AUG 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
Meeting notetaker Circleback adds a free tier to attract more customers
Circleback is rolling out new pricing plans, with entry-level access starting at $14 per month, signaling a more structured and potentially more accessible subscription offering for users.
FRI, 28 AUG 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Apple One and Apple TV subscription prices increase by up to 20 percent
Annual subscriptions experience the largest increase, indicating stronger growth or preference compared with other subscription types.
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
Apple TV is raising its subscription prices again
Apple TV subscriptions have increased from $12.99 to $14.99 per month, reflecting a $2 monthly price hike for subscribers.
WED, 19 AUG 2026
AI & MLtechcrunch.com
Meet the startup helping Wall Street put a price on AI compute
The rapid expansion of AI continues, with massive investments in data centers and GPUs making compute the largest expense for AI product development, yet pricing and hedging strategies for compute costs remain unclear.
TUE, 18 AUG 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
Peacock is raising prices across all of its streaming plans
Peacock has adjusted its pricing to enhance viewer experience, stay competitive, and offer diverse, unique content.
THU, 06 AUG 2026
AI & MLWorldofAI
Muse Spark 1.2 - Meta’s New Frontier Model Is 250x Cheaper Than Fable! (Fully Tested)
Meta's release of Muse Spark 1.2 and Muse Code marks a significant AI advancement, offering competitive pricing and innovative features for complex software engineering tasks, while leveraging real-world UI references through Mobin's MCP for enhanced app development.
WED, 01 JUL 2026
AI & MLTheAIGRID
Anthropic Just Released Sonnet 5 - Heres Everything You Need to know
Anthropic's Sonet 5 is a cost-effective, agentic model designed for multi-step tasks, offering improved performance over its predecessor Sonet 4.6, while being cheaper than Opus 4.8, making it ideal for regular use across all tiers.
TUE, 09 JUN 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Starlink charges $10 monthly hardware fee in move away from one-time purchases
SpaceX's Starlink, its leading revenue generator, has increased its service prices by $5 to $10.
SUN, 24 MAY 2026
AI & MLWorldofAI
Claude Opus 4.8 Leaked, GPT 5.6 Spotted, Mythos 1 Preview, & Deepseek v4 Pro UPDATE! AI NEWS
Anthropic is preparing to deploy its flagship AI model Mythos across Claude apps, while OpenAI is nearing the release of GPT 5.6, and DeepSeek has permanently reduced the price of its version 4 Pro, indicating significant developments in AI technology.
TUE, 14 APR 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Two-year-old Surface PCs get $300 price hikes as sub-$1,000 models go away
In 2026, consumer technology trends highlight increased costs for the same products, reflecting inflation and market dynamics.
THU, 09 APR 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
ChatGPT finally offers $100/month Pro plan
OpenAI introduced a new $100/month subscription plan, addressing user demand for a more affordable option between the existing $20 and $200 plans.
THU, 02 APR 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
Amazon hits sellers with ‘fuel surcharge’ as Iran war roils global energy markets
The e-commerce giant has introduced a "temporary" surcharge policy without specifying an end date for its removal.
FRI, 27 MAR 2026
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Sony is raising PlayStation 5 prices again, this time by between $100 and $150
The increase in consumer tech prices is largely due to shortages in memory and storage components.
TUE, 24 MAR 2026
AI & MLTheAIGRID
Where To Access SeeDance 2 - Updated Guide With Tips And Tricks
PI API offers access to Cance 2.0 for video generation with customizable quality and duration options, though pricing varies and includes a watermark removal fee.
THU, 12 FEB 2026
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
Framework's RAM prices climbing on a "monthly cadence," with more hikes to come
Framework anticipates a decline in conditions before any improvement occurs.
MON, 02 FEB 2026
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
Ongoing RAM crisis prompts Raspberry Pi's second price hike in two months
The price of a Pi board rises in correlation with the increase in its RAM capacity.
TUE, 16 DEC 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
Study shows Instacart may be charging some shoppers 20% more for the same product
The delivery app asserts that conducting price testing is a traditional and established practice within the retail sales industry.
FRI, 08 AUG 2025
AI & MLtechcrunch.com
OpenAI priced GPT-5 so low, it may spark a price war
Early access developers praise GPT-5 for its competitive pricing compared to other models.
THU, 07 AUG 2025
AI & MLWorldofAI
Introducing ChatGPT-5: The Most Powerful Model Ever! Hints of AGI!
OpenAI's release of the Chad GBT5 model series introduces three advanced models—GPT5, GBT 5 Mini, and GPT5 Nano—each designed for specific use cases, offering enhanced reasoning, speed, and efficiency, with affordable pricing and impressive capabilities across various domains.
TUE, 05 AUG 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Roku gets frugal with the content and price of its new streaming service
The content highlights that while the selection may not be exceptional, the pricing is notably attractive.
FRI, 01 AUG 2025
AI & MLarstechnica.com
Delta denies using AI to come up with inflated, personalized prices
Delta Airlines has clarified its AI-driven pricing strategy, which adjusts fares based on demand and market conditions, in response to customer dissatisfaction.
FRI, 25 JUL 2025
POLICY & REGULATIONarstechnica.com
Delta’s AI spying to “jack up” prices must be banned, lawmakers say
Lawmakers are seeking to implement measures to stop companies from utilizing artificial intelligence technologies to unfairly raise prices or reduce employee wages.
TUE, 24 JUN 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Philips Hue bulbs will be even more expensive in July. And it may not end there.
Hue products are priced higher in the US compared to other regions.
WED, 18 JUN 2025
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
Framework Laptop 12 review: I’m excited to see what the 2nd generation looks like
A well-designed, durable, and appealing product struggles to offer competitive value within its current price category.
WED, 04 JUN 2025
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
Review: At $349, AMD’s 16GB Radeon RX 9060 XT is the new midrange GPU to beat
The $349 price is considered a great deal if genuine, but its value is uncertain if not.
TUE, 20 MAY 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Adobe to automatically move subscribers to pricier, AI-focused tier in June
Monthly subscription fees for users of multiple apps are set to increase by as much as 16.7 percent.
MON, 12 MAY 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
Apple reportedly plans to hike prices of upcoming iPhones
Apple intends to raise prices for its upcoming iPhone lineup, distancing the increase from U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, according to anonymous sources.
THU, 08 MAY 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Microsoft effectively raises high-end Surface prices by discontinuing base models
The discontinuation of 256GB models in older Surface PCs results in an effective price increase for consumers seeking similar storage options.
WED, 07 MAY 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Starlink: Here’s a free satellite dish—if you pay $120 a month instead of $90
In areas with excess capacity, customers can accept free dish installations, allowing them to access services at a reduced monthly price of $90.
FRI, 25 APR 2025
POLICY & REGULATIONarstechnica.com
Looming tariffs are making it extra hard to be a tech geek
The anticipation of upcoming tariffs is complicating the electronics shopping experience by potentially increasing prices and limiting product availability.
POLICY & REGULATIONarstechnica.com
Report: TP-Link’s low router prices probed in criminal antitrust investigation
TP-Link has refuted accusations of engaging in predatory pricing by selling their products below cost, maintaining their pricing strategies are fair and competitive.
THU, 24 APR 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Comcast president bemoans broadband customer losses: “We are not winning”
An executive highlighted that the absence of clear and predictable pricing led to a loss of customers.
THU, 10 APR 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
OnePlus releases Watch 3 with inflated $500 price tag, won’t say why
The OnePlus smartwatch launched at a surprising $500 price point, significantly higher than the initially promised $330.
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
Framework’s cheaper, colorful Laptop 12 up for preorder, starts at $549 bare-bones
Tariffs are causing fluctuations in pricing and availability of certain Framework parts in the United States.
WED, 19 MAR 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Plex ups its price for first time in a decade, changes remote-streaming access
The price of the Lifetime Pass will increase significantly after April 29, urging potential buyers to act quickly.
WED, 12 MAR 2025
AI & MLTheAIGRID
OpenAI's New AI Agents Just Got Leaked....
OpenAI plans to launch AI agents with tiered pricing from $2,000 to $20,000 per month, potentially transforming knowledge work by replacing individual workers with advanced AI capabilities.
THU, 27 FEB 2025
AI & MLWorldofAI
OpenAI's GPT-4.5 In 10 Minutes - Rushed, Subpar, & Expensive!
OpenAI's new GPT-4.5 model, despite being more advanced and human-like in responses, is criticized for being rushed, subpar, and expensive, with its pricing structure making it inaccessible for many users.
TUE, 25 FEB 2025
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
How much does ChatGPT cost? Everything you need to know about OpenAI’s pricing plans
OpenAI provides various subscription options for ChatGPT, catering to both free and paid users, enhancing accessibility and functionality.
SUN, 23 FEB 2025
AI & MLtechcrunch.com
Google’s new AI video model Veo 2 will cost 50 cents per second
Google has disclosed the pricing for its AI video-generating model, Veo 2, at 50 cents per second, totaling $1,800 per hour.
THU, 20 FEB 2025
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti review: An RTX 4080 for $749, at least in theory
Understanding the actual cost of a product is essential for providing an accurate and comprehensive review.
MON, 10 FEB 2025
CLOUD & INFRASTRUCTUREarstechnica.com
What you need to know about the T-Mobile Starlink mobile service
The content provides information about beta registration, pricing, compatible phones, and technical limitations for a specific product or service.
SAT, 25 JAN 2025
AI & MLThe AI Advantage
I Just Cancelled My ChatGPT Teams Account, Here's Why
The video explores alternative AI tools to ChatGPT, highlighting Abacus AI's competitive pricing and diverse model offerings as a cost-effective solution for team workflows.
THU, 16 JAN 2025
POLICY & REGULATIONblog.apnic.net
Mobile Internet prices stable in Papua New Guinea
The analysis examines the trends and factors influencing mobile Internet prices in Papua New Guinea throughout 2024, highlighting affordability and accessibility issues.
BUSINESS & FUNDINGarstechnica.com
Google is about to make Gemini a core part of Workspaces—with price changes
Gemini's new pricing structure will offer lower costs for users who choose the service, while increasing prices for those who opt out.
MON, 23 DEC 2024
HARDWARE & DEVICESarstechnica.com
$2,100 mechanical keyboard has 800 holes, NYC skyscraper looks
A four-figure price does not include a numpad on certain keyboards, highlighting the cost versus feature expectations.
FRI, 08 NOV 2024
AI & MLThe AI Advantage
Huge Claude Updates, AI-Generated Minecraft & More AI Use Cases
This week's AI news highlights Anthropics' new PDF visual capabilities, ChatGPT's domain update, and controversial pricing changes, alongside updates to mobile app voice input features and ChatGPT's search functionality.
FRI, 27 SEPT 2024
BUSINESS & FUNDINGtechcrunch.com
OpenAI might raise the price of ChatGPT to $44 by 2029
OpenAI plans to increase ChatGPT subscription prices from $20 to $22 monthly, with further hikes expected over five years.
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