Apple could launch premium podcast subscription during 'Spring Loaded' event

Apple may use its 'Spring Loaded' event on Tuesday to launch a premium podcast subscription, one which could provide exclusive programming to paid users.Apple will be holding a special event on Tuesday, one expected to feature the launch of a number of hardware products, including new iPad Pro models and an iMac refresh. However, there appears to be a chance Apple could use it to bolster its Services arm with a new feature.In a tweet, Vox Media's Peter Kafka claims he is 'pretty sure Apple is prepping its own podcast plan - a paid service - on Tuesday.' Bolstering the claim, a tweet by Steve Moser of MacRumors said the supposed announcement lines up with his own findings from March relating top the iS 14.5 beta,which includes a new account button in the Listen Now tab. Read more...