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Meta launches UAE subscription for WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook from Dh5.99/month

US technology giant Meta, which owns WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and other popular social apps, on Tuesday launched its subscription service Meta One starting at Dh5.99 a month. Single product plans: • Instagram Plus: Dh7.99 • WhatsApp Plus: Dh5.99 • Facebook Plus: Dh7.99 Bundles for individuals: • Core: Dh22.99 • Premium: Dh76.99 Bundles for businesses and creators: • Essential: From Dh46.99 • Advanced: From Dh119 •.

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