Tag: audio streaming
How Apple accidentally destroyed the record business — and why I wish we’d stuck with iPods
50 years of Apple (Image credit: Future) We’re celebrating Apple’s 50th birthday with a week of content about the tech giant. It covers everything from personal recollections from our writers to the greatest — and worst — Apple gadgets as voted by you, and you can read it all on…
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I went to Spotify’s new Listening Lounge in London, and its bespoke audio setup is a reminder that stereo is forever — and I just know music fans are going to love it
What do you get when you combine Spotify’s lossless audio with an ambient interior and a killer stereo setup fit for only the most prestigious listening sessions? You get the new Spotify Listening Lounge, of course — which I had the pleasure of visiting. In the heart of central London…
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Spotify just launched its most powerful playlist creator yet – here are 3 things you should know about Prompted Playlists
Spotify has announced a new playlist-creation tool called Prompted Playlists, allowing you to have control over your algorithm for the first time Just like Discover Weekly, Prompted Playlists will refresh daily or monthly based on which setting you choose It’s rolling out now, but only in New Zealand initially –…
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I’m hungry like the wolf for this Duran Duran-themed jewel-encrusted Walkman
We Are Rewind has released a Duran Duran-themed Walkman The portable cassette player honors the album Pop Trash’s 25th ‘Duranniversary’ Priced $199 / £149 (approx. AU$299) – and I will dance into the fire for it I get it. I’m the perfect demographic – call it The Reflex or my analog-loving…
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Apple Music Replay 2025 is live ahead of Spotify Wrapped — here’s how to get your recap
Apple Music Replay 2025 has landed before Spotify Wrapped Any subscriber can access it in the Music app or on the web It’ll highlight top tracks, top artists, and genres as a start Rather than following in the footsteps of Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music is getting ahead with its annual…
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Can’t wait for Spotify Wrapped? Here are 5 great ways to get your music stats today
The unknown launch date of Spotify Wrapped 2025 is all I can think about right now – and while the company’s recent in-app listening stats upgrade is warming me up nicely, I’m still quite impatient to get my annual music report. If you’re like me and itching for your Wrapped…
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