Friday, June 05, 2009

Subcriptions for online news services

The other day, I wrote a piece on Real Worcester about the new electronic edition of the Worcester Telegram. For about $70/year, you can get version of the paper that looks like the printed version. Access to the regular web version on telegram.com will, as far as I know, remain free.
With print newspapers struggling, a lot of outlets are considering plans that would charge for content. Some might go to an annual subscription fee. Others would involve micro-payments, charging a few cents for special features. Still others are thinking about putting the really good stuff behind a pay wall. (The New York Times tried this for a while, gave up, and may try again.)
Finally, some online papers have always charged for their content.
The value, of course, is what you're willing to pay. Let's have a look at some of the offerings. You be the judge.









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