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”

Spotify redesigns its home screen for music and podcasts

Spotify has revealed a fresh look for the mobile app’s home screen. The new home screen will feature various categories for podcasts and music, the company claims, and will aid users in finding fresh content they potentially love. Users will find it simpler to discover new content recommendations and even revisit recent favorites thanks to the incoming update. Continue reading “Spotify redesigns its home screen for music and podcasts”

Spotify launches individual buttons for premium subscribers

Spotify is completely classifying its play and shuffle buttons, albeit only for paid subscribers. The company announced today that it is beginning to roll out specific buttons for the two activities, which will replace the combined play/shuffle button that is currently located at the top of music tracks and artist pages. Continue reading “Spotify launches individual buttons for premium subscribers”

Spotify is testing NFT galleries on artist pages

According to a report that was initially published by Music Ally, Spotify is now developing an option for artists to exhibit their non-fungible token (NFT) collections. The music streaming platform has begun rolling out the test for some customers on Android in the United States. Continue reading “Spotify is testing NFT galleries on artist pages”

Spotify is testing TikTok-style vertical video feed

Recently, Spotify has spotted testing out the vertical video feed similar to TikTok’s. Chris Messina spotted the feature in the music app’s latest iOS TestFlight beta version and published a video of the Discover feature on Twitter. Continue reading “Spotify is testing TikTok-style vertical video feed”

Spotify rolls out ‘Netflix Hub,’ features exclusive music and podcast from Netflix

If you are searching for a soundtrack from your favorite Netflix show/movies, consider yourself lucky! All thanks to Spotify and Netflix’s partnership. Continue reading “Spotify rolls out ‘Netflix Hub,’ features exclusive music and podcast from Netflix”

Spotify’s new mini player lets you stream within Facebook app for Android and iOS

Spotify has announced a partnership with Facebook to allow users to play audio from Spotify directly within Facebook through a new mini player without switching between apps. Continue reading “Spotify’s new mini player lets you stream within Facebook app for Android and iOS”