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16 Tech-Focused Subscriptions

From Printed Photo Subscriptions to Biometric Buying Systems

— August 18, 2014 — Tech
As the expansion of tech-focused subscriptions continues, we're seeing a rise in the number of ways that brands are offering services. While the traditional means of tech-focused subscriptions was to simply charge a monthly service fee, the expansion to include both digital and real life services and products is effectively drawing in a consumer base that's looking for a combination of several different conveniences.

Recognizing that the term "subscription" can be a deterrent for some consumers, brands are looking to enhance the experience by delivering the extraordinary through continued patronage. Whether this pertains to exercise apps with personalized trainers that offer upgrades to match your progress or music subscriptions that deliver personalized playlists, tech-focused subscriptions are advancing to become a commonality for digital users rather than a luxury.
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Pay-As-You-Play Game Consoles
Pay-As-You-Play Game Consoles
The Contracted Xbox 360 Can Now Be Purchased in Installments
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Curated Video Apps
Curated Video Apps
The Wonder PL Platform Will Only Give You the Best Videos
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Categorically Designed News Apps
Categorically Designed News Apps
Facebook has Announced the Paper App for Readers
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Gamified Greeting Cards
Gamified Greeting Cards
Greeting Games Lets You Send a Mini-Game Along with a Message
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Accessible Channel Subscriptions
Accessible Channel Subscriptions
HBO Now Offers a Quality Streaming Service on Multiple Platforms
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Competitive Music Subscriptions
Competitive Music Subscriptions
Google All Access Music Service Now Available in the U.S.
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Mobile App Subscriptions
Mobile App Subscriptions
Opera Software's Subscription Mobile Store Promotes their App Services
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Spiritual Multimedia Subscriptions
Spiritual Multimedia Subscriptions
Bethel.TV is an On-Demand Network for the Bethel Redding Church
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History Channel Streaming Apps
History Channel Streaming Apps
The History Go App From Shaw Media Lets you to Watch on the Go
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Biometric Buying Systems
Biometric Buying Systems
This New Payment System Lets You Buy Things with Your Face
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Cloud-Streamed Videogame Systems
Cloud-Streamed Videogame Systems
The Sony PlayStation Now Just Launched at CES 2014
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Backup Charger Subscriptions
Backup Charger Subscriptions
Doblet Hopes to Place Portable Battery Packs in Popular Restaurants
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Stationary Spin Class Bikes
Stationary Spin Class Bikes
The 'Peloton Bike' Lets You Take Real-Time Home Spinning Classes
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Outside-Simulating Exercise Software
Outside-Simulating Exercise Software
This Outdoor Fitness App Lets You Travel While Working Out
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Coupled-Up Communication Apps
Coupled-Up Communication Apps
The New You&Me Messaging App is Content Comprehensive
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Military-Inspired Exercise Apps
Military-Inspired Exercise Apps
The TRX FORCE is a Workout App That Will Push You Past Your Limit
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