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Tinder introduces out exclusive $499/month subscription to THESE users. What all it offers?
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Dating app Tinder has unveiled a new subscription level called Tinder Select, which is only available to a select group of its most engaged users. Priced at $499 per month, the exclusive membership offers VIP search, matching, and conversation features not included in the existing paid plans. Tinder is accepting applications for Tinder Select on an ongoing basis. The company, which also owns The League dating app, has previously offered expensive subscriptions to specific users. Tinder is also planning changes this year to attract younger Gen-Z users.
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Airtel unveils exclusive T20 World Cup offers: Free Disney+ Hotstar and more
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Airtel, a leading telecommunications provider in India, has announced special offers for the T20 World Cup 2024. Users can enjoy a free three-month subscription to Disney+ Hotstar with Airtel's recharge plans. These offers apply to prepaid, postpaid, international roaming, home broadband, and Airtel Digital TV services. Prepaid plans start at ₹499, providing 3GB of daily data for 28 days, along with a Disney+ Hotstar subscription. Postpaid plans offer a one-year subscription to Disney+ Hotstar and access to over 20 OTT platforms on the Airtel Xstream App. Home broadband plans include unlimited Disney+ Hotstar subscriptions. Airtel also offers international roaming packs for fans traveling to the US and Canada.
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Amazon launches a new grocery delivery subscription in the US
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
Amazon has launched a new grocery delivery subscription for Prime members and EBT cardholders in the US. The subscription costs $9.99 per month for Prime users and $4.99 per month for EBT cardholders. Subscribers receive free deliveries for grocery orders over $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods, and other local grocery and specialty retailers. The subscription offers one-hour delivery windows, unlimited 30-minute pickup, and priority access to recurring reservations. The new offering competes with Walmart Plus and Target's grocery delivery plans, which have similar minimum order limits. Additionally, Amazon is transitioning from its "Just Walk Out" technology to its Dash Cart for checkout purposes.
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Tinder's Rs. 40,000 a month membership tier has me embracing loneliness
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
Tinder is expanding its controversial $500-a-month membership tier, Tinder Select. Initially met with backlash, the exclusive offering is now being extended to additional users through an application process. Tinder Select provides privileges such as access to highly desired profiles, the ability to message without a match, early access to features, an ad-free experience, and a Select badge on one's profile. The move aims to generate revenue and potentially attract more serious users. Other dating apps, like Hinge, have also introduced paid tiers.
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Google is making Pixel exlusive AI imaging editing features available to all us
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Google will be including AI-powered features such as Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Portrait Light in its Google Photos app for almost all devices starting May 15. Previously limited to Pixel phones, these features aim to enhance user experience without requiring a subscription. Additionally, Google is introducing its AI-powered Magic Editor tool to eligible devices, allowing users to make complex photo edits easily using generative AI. Free users will have a limit of 10 edits per month, while Pixel users will have unlimited access. The rollout of these features will gradually happen over the following weeks.
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Urban Company launches exclusive monthly cleaning subscription in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Startup News FYI
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1y ago
Medial
Asia's largest home services marketplace, Urban Company, has launched its Monthly Cleaning Subscription service in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. The innovative offering allows residents to customize their cleaning schedules, choosing from 1 to 4 hours of cleaning and frequency from once to six times a week. The service provides consistent quality with the same cleaner for each session, along with flexibility in rescheduling and cancellations. Prices start at AED 164/month and new users can get a 20% discount on their first subscription.
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Weekly Tech Recap: Top tech news of the week ft. Google Bard rename
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Google has renamed its AI chatbot Bard to Gemini, making it available globally. Mozilla Firefox has launched a subscription model called Mozilla Monitor Plus to enhance user privacy. LinkedIn introduces an AI feature to help users interact with connections by drafting an icebreaker first response. Bumble utilizes AI to automatically block fake and scam profiles. Bluesky, backed by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, has opened its doors to all users. 17 new Nokia models have been spotted on the IMEI website, sparking speculation.
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Tinder is making it harder to get a blue verification checkmark
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Tinder is implementing a new verification process to combat catfishing. Users will now need to upload a photo of their driver's license or passport, in addition to taking a video selfie, to get a blue checkmark. Tinder will cross-check the ID photo with the profile pictures and also verify the user's age through their ID. The feature was initially tested in Australia and New Zealand and will be rolled out in the US, Mexico, UK, and Brazil. This new process aims to ensure that users feel more secure when matching on the platform.
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Mingle offline: Is online dating getting outdated?
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The declining usage and fatigue associated with dating apps in India is real. Many users are disillusioned with the repetitive interactions and low success rates on these platforms. The nature of dating apps, resembling a marketplace where users browse and select potential partners, contributes to this dissatisfaction. Users face issues such as ghosting, catfishing, and dishonesty. Several popular dating apps like Tinder and OkCupid have seen a significant decline in monthly active users. Some users are turning towards offline events and mixers to meet potential partners. However, not all dating apps are experiencing a decline, with Hinge and Bumble seeing marginal growth in users.
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Flipkart Expands Its VIP Programme To Eight More Cities
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Flipkart has expanded its VIP subscription program to eight new cities in India in an effort to boost its customer base. The program, which offers benefits such as free delivery, extra savings, and dedicated customer support, was previously limited to select cities. Under the program, customers can purchase a subscription for INR 499 and become a VIP member for a year. The move comes as Flipkart aims to compete with rivals like Amazon in the Indian e-commerce market. The company is also exploring quick commerce and recently launched a bus booking facility on its app.
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FTC sues Uber, alleging it signed up Uber One subscribers without their permission
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued Uber, accusing it of enrolling consumers in the Uber One subscription without consent and complicating the cancellation process. Users pay $9.99 per month or $96 annually for benefits like Uber Eats fee-free deliveries and Uber rides cashback. Complaints were made about unauthorized charges and difficulty in subscription cancellation. Uber disputes these claims, asserting that its processes are clear and straightforward, with recent improvements to the cancellation procedure.
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