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mashable.comHere’s the latest on Prime Video: Amazon says Prime Video now includes more live sports, more premium add-on subscriptions, and more than 1,000 free ad-supported channels in some markets, with a new Prime Video Ultra tier highlighted in recent Amazon news. Recent coverage also points to a lot of activity around the service, including new and renewed originals like Young Sherlock, The Boys, and Mr. & Mrs. Smith, plus bundled access to services like Apple TV and Peacock in the U.S..[1][2][3]
What’s new
Amazon’s April 2026 update says Prime Video is streaming 27 NWSL matches this season, including the Challenge Cup and playoff action, and continues to carry major sports like Thursday Night Football, NBA, WNBA, NASCAR, and the Masters in the U.S.. It also says Prime Video subscriptions can now include add-ons such as MGM+, Apple TV, HBO Max, Peacock, FOX One, and Crunchyroll, depending on region.[1]
Recent platform changes
The biggest recent product change highlighted in news is the shift to a higher-priced ad-free option called Prime Video Ultra, priced at $4.99 per month for the ad-free upgrade according to Amazon’s Prime Video news page. Related coverage also says Amazon is pushing more bundles and subscription add-ons, which suggests Prime Video is becoming more of a streaming hub than a standalone app.[2][3]
Notable entertainment news
Current Prime Video buzz is heavy on originals and renewals. Recent headlines include Young Sherlock being renewed for a second season, The Boys Season 5 updates, and new crime and sci-fi series orders such as Calamities. Amazon’s own news page also flags what’s new in April, including The Boys, NBA playoffs, and other fresh programming.[3][2]
Regional availability
Amazon says Prime Video is available in more than 240 countries and territories, with local pricing and title availability varying by market. In the U.S., Prime Video is included with Amazon Prime at $14.99/month or $139/year, while the UK and India pricing differs.[1]
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