Everything You Need to Know About Apple's New Streaming Service, Apple TV+

On Monday, March 25, Apple announced a few details about its brand-new streaming service, Apple TV+. The key word there is "few": Besides its name and a tiny sneak peek at some of the new shows you'll be able to watch through the app, the tech giant kept its introduction broad and light on specifics. Still, the company is putting some serious star power behind its original content, and seems poised to be a major player in the streaming service game. Click through to find out everything we know so far about Apple TV+. (Photos via Michael Short/Getty Images)
When will Apple TV+ be available? As of now there is no official release date, but it was confirmed at the Apple Event on March 25 that it will launch in over 100 countries in fall 2019. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
What will it look like? Like most available streaming services, Apple TV+ will be a paid, ad-free subscription service. Content will be available to download for offline viewing. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
How much will it cost? Pricing has not yet been made available. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
How do I use it? When Apple does eventually roll out its original programming, it'll be available through the redesigned Apple TV app. Outside of Apple devices (iOS and Mac), the app will also be available via some smart TVs, such as Samsung, VIZIO, LG, and Sony, as well as through Roku and Amazon Fire TV. (Photo via Stephen Lam/Getty Images)
What can I watch on Apple TV+? So far, only a small selection of the streaming service's programming has been revealed, but Apple said that over 20 original titles are in the works (including Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston's much-anticipated series The Morning Show). According to The Hollywood Reporter, Apple appears to be making an initial play for some pull in the TV awards space, having invited a handful of members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association — who vote for the Golden Globes — to Monday's event. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
Will I see any familiar faces on these new shows? Oh boy, will you. Monday's event featured some serious star power, including Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, and Steve Carell to tease The Morning Show; Jason Momoa and Alfre Woodard to introduce their fantasy series See; and director J.J. Abrams and musician Sara Bareilles promoting their romantic dramedy Little Voices. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
Will there be movies? While no specific films were revealed, director Steven Spielberg spoke at the event, and Apple has deals in place with major film production studios A24 and Cartoon Saloon. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
What about nonfiction and documentaries? Absolutely. None other than Oprah Winfrey was on hand to announce that she is working on several documentary series for Apple TV+. The Big Sick's Kumail Nanjiani also spoke on stage about his and wife Emily V. Gordon's heartfelt anthology series, Little America, which focuses on the lives of immigrants in America. (Photo via Michael Short/Getty Images)
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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