Apple TV app just added Crunchyroll as new channel, here’s what that means
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Crunchyroll has launched as a new channel on Apple TV Channels, marking the first significant addition to the platform in a long time, and is available in the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia.
- Subscribers can sign up for Crunchyroll directly through the Apple TV app, with a one-week free trial followed by a $9.99 monthly fee, enabling easy access to the anime library across Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, and gaming consoles.
- Apple TV Channels, introduced in 2019, allows users to subscribe to streaming services within the TV app, eliminating the need for separate apps and providing features like offline downloads, ad-free content, and Family Sharing.
- Despite the benefits for users, many streaming services have been hesitant to join Apple TV Channels to maintain control over subscriber relationships and video experience, making Crunchyroll's addition a notable development.
