Twitter will relaunch a revamped version of its subscription service Twitter Blue priced at $8 per month through the web but for $11 per month through Apple iOS users. REUTERS / Dado Ruvic / Illustration / File Photo
Twitter will relaunch a revamped version of its subscription service Twitter Blue priced at $8 per month through the web but for $11 per month through Apple iOS users. REUTERS / Dado Ruvic / Illustration / File Photo
Twitter will relaunch a revamped version of its subscription service Twitter Blue priced at $8 per month through the web but for $11 per month through Apple iOS users. REUTERS / Dado Ruvic / Illustration / File Photo
Twitter will relaunch a revamped version of its subscription service Twitter Blue priced at $8 per month through the web but for $11 per month through Apple iOS users. REUTERS / Dado Ruvic / Illustrat

Twitter to relaunch Twitter Blue at higher price for Apple users


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Twitter will launch a revamped version of its subscription service Twitter Blue on Monday at a higher price for Apple users, the company said in a tweet on Saturday.

The company said users could subscribe to the revamped service that will allow subscribers to edit tweets, upload 1080p videos and get a blue tick account verification, for $8 per month through the web but for $11 per month through Apple iOS.

Twitter did not explain why Apple users were being charged more than others on the web but there have been media reports that the company was looking for ways to offset fees charged in the App Store.

Twitter initially launched Twitter Blue early in November before pausing it as fake accounts mushroomed. It was then scheduled to launch again on November 29 but was pushed back.

In a series of tweets last month, Elon Musk, who took Twitter private for $44 billion in November, listed various grievances with Apple, including the 30 per cent fee the iPhone maker charges software developers for in-app purchases.

He then accused Apple of threatening to block Twitter from its app store and also said that the iPhone maker had stopped advertising on the social media platform.

After a subsequent meeting with Apple chief executive Tim Cook, he tweeted that the misunderstanding about Twitter being removed from Apple's app store was resolved.

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Elon Musk memorabilia auctioned by ex-girlfriend for $165,000

  • A collection of never-before-seen Elon Musk photos and memorabilia from his college sweetheart, Jennifer Gwynne, was auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction. This item was sold for $11,794. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    A collection of never-before-seen Elon Musk photos and memorabilia from his college sweetheart, Jennifer Gwynne, was auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction. This item was sold for $11,794. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $6,336. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $6,336. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $2,169. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $2,169. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • A collection of never-before-seen Elon Musk photos and memorabilia from his college sweetheart, Jennifer Gwynne, will be auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    A collection of never-before-seen Elon Musk photos and memorabilia from his college sweetheart, Jennifer Gwynne, will be auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $1,915. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $1,915. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $2,733. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $2,733. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $7,155. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $7,155. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $1,969. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $1,969. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $9,375. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $9,375. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $5,760. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $5,760. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $21,889. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $21,889. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $1,694. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $1,694. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $3,600. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $3,600. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $1,155. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $1,155. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $2,484. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $2,484. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $7,099. Photo: Courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $7,099. Photo: Courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $1,765. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $1,765. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $51,008. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $51,008. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • A collection of never-before-seen Elon Musk photos and memorabilia from his college sweetheart, Jennifer Gwynne, will be auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    A collection of never-before-seen Elon Musk photos and memorabilia from his college sweetheart, Jennifer Gwynne, will be auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $16,643. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $16,643. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
  • This item sold for $5,625. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
    This item sold for $5,625. Photo courtesy: Jennifer Gwynne / RR Auction
The biog

Alwyn Stephen says much of his success is a result of taking an educated chance on business decisions.

His advice to anyone starting out in business is to have no fear as life is about taking on challenges.

“If you have the ambition and dream of something, follow that dream, be positive, determined and set goals.

"Nothing and no-one can stop you from succeeding with the right work application, and a little bit of luck along the way.”

Mr Stephen sells his luxury fragrances at selected perfumeries around the UAE, including the House of Niche Boutique in Al Seef.

He relaxes by spending time with his family at home, and enjoying his wife’s India cooking. 

Updated: December 12, 2022, 6:01 AM