According to a report by iPhones.ru, Apple is planning to reduce its presence in Russia starting from mid-December 2024. As a result, Russian users will lose access to some movies and TV shows on Apple TV+, and the service will only offer trailers in the near future. The restrictions will also affect Apple Fitness+, with new workouts becoming unavailable, although the lack of content in Apple Music for Russia had previously been the reason for this limitation.
Details about the changes are still unknown, but an iPhone.ru source suggests that purchasing apps, subscribing to services, and topping up Apple ID balances will remain available. The first sign of the changes was the removal of information about the movie "Valley of the Gods" from Apple TV+.
This move by Apple is a response to the increasingly restrictive environment in Russia, where the company faces growing challenges in maintaining its services in the country. As the situation continues to evolve, it is unclear how this will impact Apple's operations in Russia, but one thing is certain – the company is taking steps to adapt to the changing circumstances.