Spotify’s new Apple TV app brings videos, lyrics, and DJ controls to your big screen
Spotify has rebuilt its Apple TV app from from scratch to deliver a faster, more immersive experience designed for the big screen. The update brings smarter playback, video support, lyrics, and on-screen DJ recommendations, turning your Apple TV into a complete Spotify hub.
Spotify’s latest feature ensures you never miss a concert at your favorite venue
Spotify is rolling out a new feature that lets users follow their favorite venue to stay up to date on upcoming concerts.
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 will turn your lock screen into a mini music show
Samsung is revamping its One UI 8.5 lock screen with a dynamic album art transition, transforming how users experience music. The update also hints at AI-powered call screening features.
Spotify tests SongDNA to highlight the hidden brains behind the beats
Spotify is testing SongDNA, a new feature that shows the people behind your favorite tracks. From producers to songwriters, it shines a light on music’s unsung heroes, and finally gives credit where it’s due.
Netflix just added podcasts to your binge list, thanks to Spotify
Spotify just slid into Netflix’s DMs, and the result is video podcasts on your TV. The two streaming giants are teaming up to bring shows like The Rewatchables and The Bill Simmons Podcast to Netflix in early 2026. Who knew your couch would become the next big podcast destination?
Spotify gives parents more control over their kids’ listening habits
Spotify is giving parents more control with its new Managed Accounts for Kids feature on Family Plans. The update expands globally, letting parents supervise what their kids listen to, filter explicit songs, and keep family playlists drama-free, because everyone deserves a safe soundtrack.
ChatGPT can now help you find new music you’ll love using your Spotify account – here’s how to do it
A new partnership between Spotify and ChatGPT is bringing the music streaming platform into the AI chatbot for better integration.
Spotify finally lets you stop single songs ‘infecting’ your playlists
Ever let your kid play music from your Spotify account, or been asked to put on a playlist that’s not your normal taste? You’re probably tired of those choices affecting your recommendations, one of the best parts of the Spotify service. Well, thankfully that’s changing. What’s happened? Spotify has introduced a new feature that lets […]
Spotify frees up features that non-Premium users have asked for years
Spotify is adding a trio of new features viz. Pick & Play, Search & Play, and Share & Play for users on the free tier of the music streaming service.
At last, Spotify gets lossless music streaming
Spotify Lossless will be available to Premium subscribers, and access has already started to roll out for users based in the US.
Spotify’s new controls bring order to the chaos in your music library
Spotify's new tools offer users more control over their playback sequence, playlists, and makes it easier to enjoy songs in the moment.
Exclusive: the father of quantum computing believes AGI will be a person, not a program
“There’s one kind of program that we don’t understand – even in principle – and that’s an AGI. One day we will, but I see no sign of it at the moment and that’s pretty frustrating.” That’s the view of David Deutsch, regarded as the ‘father of quantum computing’, someone who can brilliantly blend physics, philosophy […]
After the Velvet Sundown snafu, Spotify lands in another AI tangle
AI-generated music is becoming a growing challenge for music streaming platforms.
Waymo’s robotaxis add better beats to the backseat
Waymo's robotaxis now offer a more personalized listening experience. But not for everyone ...
Spotify hit band The Velvet Sundown comes clean on AI
A new message on the band's official social channels gives us a better idea of what's been going on.
How to experience lossless audio
Lossless audio can sound better than MP3s and Spotify, but only if you know what you need to get it.
Spotify cracks down on pill-pushing podcasts
The streaming giant had been unknowingly hosting podcasts purporting to sell drugs without a prescriptions.
Apple Music just made the move from Spotify easier than ever
Apple Music just made the move from Spotify easier than ever
Spotify DJ now takes song requests just like real life, minus the judgement
Spotify DJ will now play any music you want with just the sound of your voice.
Spotify’s new Snooze feature lets you take a break from overplayed songs
Spotify is testing a new Snooze feature that removes songs from your recommendations for 30 days.
You can now pay for Spotify any way you like
Spotify now supports external payments on iOS, offering better pricing and payment choices. Update your app and explore the new options today!
How much is Apple Music, and how can you get it for free?
Apple Music costs $10.99 for an Individual plan, and $16.99 for a Family Plan. You can also get Apple Music for free by signing up for a Verizon plan.
What you need to listen to lossless audio and Dolby Atmos Music on Apple Music
Apple Music subscribers get spatial audio with Dolby Atmos Music plus lossless tracks up to 24-bit/192Khz. Here's what you need need to listen to them.
How much is Spotify Premium, and can you get a deal?
Spotify Premium costs $12 for an individual, $17 for a two-person plan, and $20 for a family plan. Here's how to get a deal.
What is spatial audio? The 3D sound experience fully explained
Do you need Apple products to hear spatial audio? No, and that's not the only myth we'll bust in this in-depth explainer.
Spotify outage: service restored as Spotify says hack reports ‘are false’
It wasn’t just you, Spotify was down. Tens of thousands of users across the world reported issues with the popular music streaming service on April 16.
What is a network music streamer, and why do you need one?
When it comes to everyday listening, a network music streamer is one of the best ways to enjoy all your digital music on just about any hi-fi system you have.
Dolby Atmos finally arrives on Apple Music for Windows
You can now experience Dolby Atmos on Apple Music for Windows. Update to the latest version for a 3D audio experience.
This small Spotify change made my streaming so much better
A white noise playlist I sleep with has been wreaking havoc on my Spotify algorithm for year, so I finally got to the bottom of it and trained it. You can, too.
How to download music from SoundCloud on desktop and mobile
Downloading music from SoundCloud is one big perk of the platform, and there’s a few different ways to get these offline tracks onto your devices.
What is Qobuz? Music, features, and pricing explained
Indulge in your favorite hi-res tracks and albums with a Qobuz streaming subscription. Here’s everything you need to know about the platform.
Tidal vs. Spotify: Which music streaming service has the features you need?
Spotify may be king of the streaming music world, but when it comes to audio quality, Tidal offers some big competition. Join us as we compare both platforms.
What is Tidal? The hi-fi streaming music service fully explained
In search of the highest-quality streaming music available? Check out Tidal. It has a huge music catalog and higher-quality audio than many others can claim.
Apple Music supplies DJs with new mixing tools and catalog access
Apple Music is launching a new catalog to integrate into DJ software programs.
What is Spotify? Music, pricing, and features explained
Spotify is the most popular music and podcast streaming service today. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Apple Music Classical gets more personal with latest update
The Apple Music Classical app has picked up a few new features. Some from the Apple Music app.
Apple Music is down, but not out
Bryan M. Wolfe / Digital Trends Apple Music is officially down for some users and the fruit giant has just confirmed the issues are real. People have reported having troubles with where the service was not fully available to stream as needed. Apple, on its System Status website, has said that the issues began today […]