Trial Apple TV Plus' Golden Delicious offering

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Apple TV Plus is a unique beast in the VOD streaming jungle. Built almost exclusively on original programming like The Morning Show, Bad Sisters, and Severance, with only a handful of licensed titles compared to Netflix's hundreds. Subsequently, it has a slender content library, but it only costs $6.99 a month. And that's not the only way it differs to many of the top streaming services - there's also a generous Apple TV Plus free trial available.

• Apple TV Plus free trial: sign up now try for 7 days (opens in new tab)

You heard right - what is already a hugely affordable streaming service also allows new subscribers free rein of the platform for 7 days (or 3 months in some instances). This means complimentary access to critically acclaimed Golden Globe-nominated movies and TV shows like Ted Lasso, with all titles promising a burgeoning line-up of A-list talent. This makes it one of the best streaming services out there.

For a full guide on how to get an Apple TV Plus free trial, keep on reading with the option to get a trial period of up to an entire year.

Apple TV Plus free trial: how long and how do I get it?

Anyone new to Apple TV Plus can make the most of a 7-day free trial (opens in new tab) before being charged an Apple TV Plus cost of $6.99 a month (or $69.99 if you opt for the annual plan). To sign-up you’ll need to:

1. Open the Apple TV app on your Apple device
2. OR access the website (opens in new tab) via your web browser
3. Sign-in with your Apple ID and Password
4. Click on Start Your Free Trial (if accessing via web browser, you’ll be asked to login at this point)
5. If required, confirm your billing information
6. Then click Confirm to start your free trial

If the service doesn’t grab you, remember to cancel before the 7-day trial ends to avoid being charged. Otherwise, payment will continue to be taken each month.

How else can I get an Apple TV Plus free trial?

Students and tech-heads are among those who could bag an extended Apple TV Plus free trial – and enjoy Apple’s eclectic line-up of shows for three months or even longer!

If you’re studying at a degree-granting university or college, all your entertainment dreams have come true. Not only does a subscription to the Apple Music student plan mean paying $5.99 rather than $10.99 a month, but Apple TV Plus is thrown in at no extra charge for a limited time.

For anyone treating themselves to a new Apple device, you can get three months of Apple TV Plus absolutely free (opens in new tab) with your purchase - eligible on any iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV, or Mac. Just remember to redeem the deal within 90 days of purchase.

Additionally, if you haven’t already signed-up for Apple TV Plus, then you can trial it free for a month as part of an Apple One subscription. There are three plans available, all of which include Apple Music, Apple Arcade, and iCloud storage.

Paying members are being rewarded too. Apple are currently crediting $4.99 to your Apple account to spend in the App Store – which you can also use to pay for your TV Plus sub. Result!

What can I watch on Apple TV Plus?

• For All Mankind
• The Morning Show
• Servant
• Amazing Stories
• Defending Jacob
• Little Voice
• Foundation
• The Shrink Next Door
• Suspicion
• Severance
• Dickinson
• Little America
• Trying
• Ted Lasso
• Physical
• Schmigadoon!
• The Afterparty
• The Essex Serpent
• Shining Girl
• Prehistoric Planet
• Five Days at Memorial
• Bad Sisters

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