New Delhi: Apple has revamped its subscription services in India, giving iCloud+ users access to Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no additional cost while making major changes to its Apple One offering.
Under the new arrangement, iCloud+ subscribers can access Apple’s streaming service, gaming platform and curated Apple Music Stations along with their cloud storage. Apple is keeping the starting price unchanged at ₹75 per month for the 50GB individual iCloud+ plan. The Family plan will cost ₹219 per month.
The changes are part of Apple’s wider subscription revamp across more than 100 countries and regions. The company says the expanded iCloud+ offering is designed to bring several services together under a single subscription.
iCloud+ users get Apple TV and Arcade
The biggest change for Indian users is the inclusion of Apple TV and Apple Arcade with iCloud+.
Previously, customers had to subscribe separately to these services or use Apple One to access multiple Apple services through a bundle. Under the revised iCloud+ plans, users paying ₹75 per month for the entry-level plan will get 50GB of iCloud storage along with access to Apple TV and Apple Arcade.
Apple TV provides access to the company’s original films and television shows, while Apple Arcade offers a library of games without advertisements or in-app purchases.
The move effectively increases the value of the entry-level iCloud+ plan without an immediate increase in its price.
Apple One closed to new subscribers
Apple is also discontinuing Apple One subscriptions for new customers in India.
Existing Apple One subscribers will not lose access immediately. According to Apple, current subscribers can continue with their existing plan or choose to move to the new iCloud+ arrangement.
For new users, however, Apple One will no longer be available for subscription in India. This represents a significant change because Apple One previously offered a combination of iCloud+, Apple TV, Apple Music and Apple Arcade under a single plan.
The change means new customers who want Apple’s entertainment and storage services will have to build their subscriptions differently.
What the ₹75 iCloud+ plan now offers
The revised entry-level iCloud+ plan costs ₹75 per month and includes:
- 50GB of iCloud storage
- Apple TV access
- Apple Arcade access
- Curated Apple Music Stations
The iCloud+ service can be used to store photos, files, videos and device backups across Apple’s ecosystem.
Users who require more storage can upgrade to the Family plan at ₹219 per month or the 2TB iCloud+ plan at ₹749 per month.
The Family option allows users to share their subscription with family members through Apple’s Family Sharing system.
Apple Music remains separate
One important difference between the new iCloud+ bundle and Apple One is Apple Music.
While iCloud+ users will receive access to curated Apple Music Stations, they will not receive the full Apple Music subscription as part of the package.
Users who want complete access to Apple’s music catalogue will need to subscribe separately to Apple Music.
Apple has also revised its Apple Music pricing in India. The individual plan will cost ₹115 per month, while the Family plan will cost ₹145 per month, according to the India Today report.
This means users who want both the expanded iCloud+ package and full Apple Music access will need to maintain two separate subscriptions.
Existing Apple One customers have a choice
Apple’s changes do not immediately force existing Apple One customers to switch.
Those already subscribed to Apple One can continue using their current plan. Alternatively, they can move to the new iCloud+ offering if it better suits their needs.
The decision could be particularly relevant for users who primarily want cloud storage, Apple TV and Apple Arcade but do not necessarily need the complete Apple One bundle.
The entry-level iCloud+ option is significantly cheaper than the previous Apple One Individual subscription. However, Apple One users who rely heavily on Apple Music may find the new structure less convenient because the full music service is no longer included in iCloud+.
Apple expands its subscription strategy
Apple’s latest move reflects a broader shift in how the company packages its digital services.
Instead of keeping cloud storage, streaming and gaming as completely separate products, the company is increasingly using iCloud+ as a base subscription through which users can access additional services.
The approach could help Apple attract more customers to paid iCloud storage while simultaneously increasing engagement with Apple TV and Apple Arcade.
Apple’s services business has become an important part of its overall ecosystem, with subscriptions encouraging customers to remain within Apple’s hardware and software environment.
The revised offering could also make it easier for users who already pay for iCloud storage to try Apple’s entertainment services without having to take on another monthly bill.
Rollout extends beyond India
The subscription changes are not limited to India. Apple is rolling out the expanded iCloud+ offering across more than 100 countries and regions.
Apple Senior Vice President of Services and Health Eddy Cue said iCloud+ users would now be able to securely store and share personal content while also accessing Apple TV’s original programming and hundreds of games through Apple Arcade.
Apple has also confirmed similar iCloud+ expansion in other markets, with the exact services and availability varying by country.
What this means for Apple users in India
For Indian customers, the biggest benefit is that existing and new iCloud+ subscribers can now get more services without paying more for the entry-level storage plan.
A user paying ₹75 per month can now receive cloud storage, Apple TV, Apple Arcade and curated music stations under one subscription.
At the same time, users who previously considered Apple One for its combination of services will need to reassess their subscription choices because Apple One is no longer available to new subscribers in India.
The change is therefore a major restructuring rather than simply a price reduction.
For customers who primarily use iCloud and want access to Apple’s video and gaming services, the new arrangement could offer better value. For heavy Apple Music users, however, a separate music subscription will still be necessary.