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As we’ve reported previously, Netflix is launching an ad-supported subscription tier this month and today, it is already live in certain parts of the world. However, there are some technical difficulties with its launch, whereby those that subscribe to the plan could not access it if they’re using Apple TV.

Netflix has introduced a new feature besides adding a new ads-supporting tier. The video streaming company starts the press release with "People move. Families grow. Relationships end." Although it might sound serious at first read, it's actually for a feature called 'Profile Transfer', which allows users to transfer their profiles to another account.

Netflix has revealed that it will be upgrading its Basic plan in Malaysia to offer up to 720p HD resolution instead of capping it to 480p SD resolution as it currently is. The change will be made starting this November and will be the first time Netflix has upgraded its Basic plan since its debut in our country in 2016.

After being in the works for a while now, Netflix is finally set to launch its ad-supported subscription tier next month in 12 countries. Called ‘Basic with Ads’, it will be available in Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, South Korea, Spain, Mexico, the UK and the US.

Netflix is one of the most popular online streaming services in the world, but it’s always been secretive about how many people are watching a particular series or film. That’s about to change soon, well, at least in the United Kingdom as Netflix has announced it is signing up to the body that collates TV ratings in the country.

Streaming giant Netflix is serious about branching out into the gaming industry and has announced that it will not just rely on third-party game teams for its gaming catalogue. Instead, the company is forming an in-house game studio based in Helsinki, Finland and aims to create “world-class” original titles.

Astro Malaysia Holding Bhd today announced that it will further invest in global streaming services on its platform as well as provide more local content via Astro Originals. Moreover, the company is building its growing online presence and continuing to look for opportunities to strengthen its digital, broadband and commerce businesses.

Over the weekend, Ubisoft held its annual Ubisoft Forward digital event and announced a bunch of new games and content coming soon. Besides the upcoming Assassin's Creed Mirage, the company also announced a bunch of titles for the mobile gaming platform, including Netflix Games.

We have talked a few times before about a potential Netflix with ads package, but now there are new leaks about the monthly fee. According to sources, Netflix with ads could also cost between $7 and $9 per month which is roughly around ~RM31 to ~RM40.

In conjunction with the introduction of the Disney+ Hotstar app appearing on the Astro Ulti Box, Astro is also pleased to introduce some new updates for the Ultra and Ulti Boxes, as well as Astro Go. Astro users can now make use of the Multi-User profile, thumbnail viewing, search enhancements and launching Netflix directly.