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 TheMorning 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)
