Netflix Update
A few minutes ago I got an email from Netflix Canada saying I will be paying more this month, in line with the previously announced hike in fees.
The new rates are of course as follows :
$8.99 for Basic subscription (inc. SD broadcasts on one device only)
$10.99 for Standard subscription (inc. HD broadcasts on up to two devices)
$13.99 for Premium subscriptions (inc. both HD and 4K broadcasts on up to four devices)
Lately, they’ve been adding more films, music documentaries, and concerts so I’m probably going to continue subscribing for the time being. The second season of Stranger Things is coming up in late October.
Although I am somewhat concerned that Disney will be pulling Lucasfilm, Marvel and Pixar films from Netflix soon, I already own my favorites from these film companies on Blu-ray and DVD (thanks to the Disney Movie Club) so I don’t think I will miss them.
Rewards Bonus
Indigo Books & Music have made an offer via their Plum Points program to select members.
Points have been added to select member accounts resulting in a $5 discount on purchases placed this weekend. And yes, these bonus points will expire on Sunday the 17th so you should use them immediately.
To find out if you have been selected to receive this “top off” discount, click here or look for an email from Indigo Books & Music
in your inbox, dated September 14, 2017.
Discounted Gift Cards
Select Rexall stores are offering a $5 discount on $50 iTunes gift cards until September 14th, 2017. Please consult your local flyer for details.
Levitating Turntable
A levitating turntable is now available via Kickstarter.
The Mag-Lev Audio turntable will play your 33 rpm LPs and 45 rpm singles, the latter with an adapter that is included with the purchase of the turntable. And the actual turntable is available in several finishes, as described on this Kickstarter page.
Cineplex Discount
Cineplex is offering Tuesday discounted pricing at their theaters from August 25th to August 31st, 2017, so this maybe the time to see that recent film you’ve wanted to see. Click here for additional information.
Netflix/Disney News
Netflix has hiked their monthly subscription fees in Canada for new members, to $8.99 for Basic (standard definition playback on one screen/device), $10.99 for Standard (high definition playback on up to two screens/devices) and $13.99 for Premium (ultra high definition playback on up to four screens/devices).
Current members will not be subject to this hike for some time but will notice fewer Disney and possibly Marvel titles in the new year as Disney establishes their own streaming service in 2019.