Spotify Lossless audio now rolling out to premium users

Spotify has started rolling out Lossless audio streaming for Premium users in select markets, offering music in up to 24-bit/44.1 kHz FLAC quality. Subscribers will receive an in-app notification once the feature is available. Continue reading “Spotify Lossless audio now rolling out to premium users”

Spotify gets new in-app messaging feature

Spotify has announced the rollout of its new ‘Messages’ feature, allowing users to share their favorite music, podcasts, audiobooks, and more with others. Messages are a fast and convenient way to share and chat about what you’re listening to with the people you care about, says the company.

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Spotify Premium gets a price hike, monthly plan now starts at Rs. 139

Spotify has raised the subscription prices for all its Premium plans in India, marking the first increase since the service launched in the country in 2019. The new pricing is effective immediately for new subscribers, while existing users will be informed about the change via email, the company said. Continue reading “Spotify Premium gets a price hike, monthly plan now starts at Rs. 139”

Instagram Notes gets live Spotify playback support

Meta-owned Instagram has rolled out a new feature that lets users share their current Spotify tracks directly via Instagram Notes—just in time for World Music Day on June 21. Continue reading “Instagram Notes gets live Spotify playback support”

Spotify rolls out updates to improve music personalization and control

Spotify on Wednesday announced a series of updates aimed at giving users more control over their music experience. The company said these features offer new ways to curate playlists, refine recommendations, and shape their listening journey. Continue reading “Spotify rolls out updates to improve music personalization and control”

Spotify lets you build AI Playlists based on written prompts

Spotify is rolling out a new AI-based feature called ‘AI Playlist’ in beta. This premium feature curates playlists based on users’ prompts. It is an addition to Spotify’s other features like AI DJ and daylist, which make song discoveries simpler and more personalized.

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Spotify shares mockups of in-app purchases ahead of EU’s DMA rollout

Spotify today announced significant improvements as the Digital Markets Act (DMA) is set to roll out. These changes promise a better experience for users and more opportunities for developers and creators. Continue reading “Spotify shares mockups of in-app purchases ahead of EU’s DMA rollout”

Spotify adds AI-powered Voice Translation for podcasts

Spotify has introduced a new feature called Voice Translation for podcasts. This tool uses AI technology, including OpenAI’s voice generation, to convert podcasts into different languages while keeping the original podcaster’s voice style. Continue reading “Spotify adds AI-powered Voice Translation for podcasts”

Spotify Desktop gets redesigned Your Library and Now Playing

Spotify introduces major updates to its desktop version, enhancing the Your Library and Now Playing views for a superior user experience. The revamped Spotify Desktop offers improved features to explore, curate, listen to, and organize music on a computer or web browser. Continue reading “Spotify Desktop gets redesigned Your Library and Now Playing”

Spotify’s HiFi offering still in the works, confirms Co-President

In 2021, Spotify announced their HiFi lossless streaming tier would be released later that year. Two years have passed and HiFi still hasn’t been launched. The latest report by The Verge reveals that Spotify’s co-president claims HiFi is still in the works and will be released at some point. Continue reading “Spotify’s HiFi offering still in the works, confirms Co-President”

Spotify update brings discovery feeds, Smart Shuffle for playlists and more

Spotify has undergone a major redesign, capitalizing on its investments in personalization technology and taking inspiration from TikTok’s short-form video feed. Continue reading “Spotify update brings discovery feeds, Smart Shuffle for playlists and more”

Spotify now has 205 Million paid subscribers

Spotify reported their fourth quarter 2022 financial results, revealing an impressive 205 million paid subscribers, outpacing their user growth goals and reaching a historic high in total quarterly gain. Continue reading “Spotify now has 205 Million paid subscribers”

Spotify working on HealthKit integration for workout playlists: Report

According to 9to5Mac, Spotify is working on HealthKit integration to give workout playlists based on user health data. Recently, Spotify’s Rewards Program rolled out to Premium Mini users in India. Continue reading “Spotify working on HealthKit integration for workout playlists: Report”

Spotify rolls out a redesigned Apple Watch app

Spotify has announced enhancements to usability and offline listening, as well as specifics about a redesigned Apple Watch app. The update also improves the visuals by including larger album art and additional animations. Recently, Spotify redesigned its home screen for music and podcasts. Let’s check out the new updates in detail below: Continue reading “Spotify rolls out a redesigned Apple Watch app”

Spotify is testing recording audio reactions to playlists

Spotify  is about to introduce a new feature that will enable users to voice record their reactions to a playlist or album. This feature is currently being tested in Vietnam as spotted by a Reddit user. Spotify has not yet confirmed any details about this upcoming feature. Continue reading “Spotify is testing recording audio reactions to playlists”