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YouTube Premium users on iOS pay 30% more due to Apple's cut

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

YouTube Premium costs $13.99/month via the Apple App Store, versus $11.99 on the web. The 30% Apple tax inflates prices for iOS subscribers. Users can cancel and re-subscribe directly to save money.

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This is a classic example of the 'Apple tax' hitting consumers, but the real story is how platform fees distort pricing and competition.
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