reported on<\/a> the changes coming to the streaming giant, including several new features in its updated subscription model.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt said the new app will add several features to its existing offerings, including the ability to use its subscription while travelling abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The app will also add better personalised content recommendations and an updated kids mode with additional parental controls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The previous Disney+ mobile package has changed to a basic package, which is priced at R49 without any promotional offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the mobile package was limited to small screens such as cellphones and tablets, the new basic package will be available on TVs and laptops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The basic package will, however, have a streaming resolution limit of 720p \u2013 similar to a basic Netflix account, which costs R99 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the new app will add several features, a basic Disney+ subscription will not allow users to download movies and series for offline viewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A new Disney+ premium subscription will cost R179 and include all the features of a basic account, plus several additional features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This includes the ability to stream movies and series in 4K resolution and to stream concurrently on four separate devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another big change coming for Disney+ users is that the new app will not require a person’s cellphone number to log in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“After your first login\u202fto the new Disney+ app, you\u202fcan remove your mobile number from your MyDisney account at any time,” the company said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For existing users, the company said there will be no additional cost as previous plans will be migrated to the streaming service’s new offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“If you have a Disney+ Mobile subscription, your current plan will be discontinued, and you\u2019ll have access to the Disney+ Basic plan on the new Disney+ app at no additional cost,” Disney said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“If you already have a Disney+ Premium subscription, you\u2019ll continue to enjoy the Premium plan features on the new Disney+ app.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Your billing period will remain the same on the new Disney+ app, regardless of your plan.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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