Bharti Airtel now bundles complimentary Apple services, including iCloud Plus, Apple TV Plus, and Apple Arcade, for customers on select postpaid plans across India. The telecom operator rolled out this update following Apple’s revision of its digital services in the country, which packaged Apple TV and Apple Arcade directly into iCloud Plus. Postpaid subscribers using an iPhone on eligible tiers can activate 50 GB of iCloud storage alongside streaming and gaming access without paying extra subscription fees.
Key Takeaways
- Eligible Airtel postpaid plans include Rs 999, Rs 1,199, Rs 1,399, and Rs 1,749 options.
- The bundle provides 50 GB of iCloud Plus storage, Apple TV Plus shows, and over 200 games on Apple Arcade.
- Primary account holders on family plans can claim the benefit directly in the Airtel Thanks app.
- Secondary add-on connections cannot claim the Apple perk independently.
Eligible Airtel Postpaid Plans
The free Apple digital access applies to four family postpaid options.
The entry tier starts with the Rs 999 family plan, which includes one primary connection and two free add-on SIM cards. It provides unlimited voice calling, unlimited 4G and 5G mobile data, Apple TV Plus, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, and Airtel Xstream Play.
The Rs 1,199 plan offers one main connection and three free add-on SIM cards with identical unlimited calling and data allowances. It bundles the same entertainment services alongside Google One storage and Adobe Express Premium.
The Rs 1,399 tier provides one primary number and three add-on connections. Along with Apple services, it adds a Netflix Basic subscription to the bundle.
The top tier Rs 1,749 plan provides one main connection and four add-on SIM cards, Netflix access, all bundled streaming platforms, and international roaming value worth Rs 3,000.
Steps to Claim the Apple Bundle
Subscribers holding an eligible plan can claim the perk through the mobile app:
- Open the Airtel Thanks app on your iPhone.
- Navigate to the Rewards or OTTs section on the home screen.
- Locate the card named “iCloud+ now with Apple TV & Arcade”.
- Tap Claim Now and log in with your Apple ID to connect the subscription to your device.
Existing customers who previously claimed standalone Apple TV access through Airtel can also switch over to the updated iCloud Plus bundle at no extra charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which Airtel postpaid plans qualify for free iCloud Plus?
A1. The offer is available on four Airtel postpaid plans: Rs 999, Rs 1,199, Rs 1,399, and Rs 1,749.
Q2. Do add-on SIM users get separate free Apple subscriptions?
A2. No. Airtel states that only the primary account holder on a family plan can claim the Apple benefits. Add-on SIMs cannot claim the offer independently.
Q3. How much cloud storage comes with this Airtel offer?
A3. The bundle includes the entry-level 50 GB iCloud Plus storage tier.
Q4. Can Android users on these Airtel plans claim this bundle?
A4. Android users can access Apple TV Plus content through web browsers or the Apple TV app, but the iCloud Plus cloud storage and Apple Arcade gaming perks require an Apple device such as an iPhone or iPad.
