Google and Disney kiss and make up, YouTube TV members still getting a discount
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A few days after Google announced that its YouTube TV service lost all Disney-owned channels, the search giant is back with another statement that confirms it has reached an agreement with Disney to return its content to YouTube TV.
Obviously, that means that the YouTube TV price will return to $65 for all subscribers. Google also announced that it has started to restore access to Disney networks like ESPN and FX, including their live and on-demand content, as well as recordings that were previously stored in the Library.
Additionally, YouTube TV will start broadcasting the local ABC stations over the course of the day, so if you don’t see them available in your channel list, be patient.
Now, the big surprise is that Google will still honor a one-time $15 credit for all YouTube TV subscribers affected by the issue. Even those who have not yet received the $15 discount will receive the one-time credit on their next bill.
Questions & Answers
Q.Will YouTube TV subscribers still get a discount after Disney channels return?
Will YouTube TV subscribers still get a discount after Disney channels return?
Yes, Google will honour a one-time £15 credit for all YouTube TV subscribers affected by the issue. This applies even to those who have not yet received the discount on their monthly bill.
Q.What content will be restored to YouTube TV as part of the agreement?
What content will be restored to YouTube TV as part of the agreement?
Disney networks like ESPN and FX, including their live and on-demand content, will be restored. Recordings previously stored in the Library will also be accessible again, and local ABC stations will start broadcasting.
Q.How will the return of Disney content affect the YouTube TV monthly subscription price?
How will the return of Disney content affect the YouTube TV monthly subscription price?
The monthly price for YouTube TV will return to £65 for all subscribers. The £15 discount that was promised while Disney content was unavailable will now be issued as a one-time credit instead.
Q.When can YouTube TV subscribers expect Disney channels to be fully restored?
When can YouTube TV subscribers expect Disney channels to be fully restored?
Access to Disney’s channels should be restored throughout the day on December 19, which is when the announcement was published on YouTube’s blog.
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