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  Spotify is back online after a brief outage- Know what happened

  Technology | January 14, 2023 13:37 IST

  It was reported on Friday that the online website outage tracker Downdetector spotted 30,000+ reports of the issue with Spotify, the music streaming platform. Most reported that the issues were with the mobile application.

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  Google working on cross-device notifications feature: Know how it works

  Technology | January 06, 2023 17:47 IST

  At present, Google is working on adding support for YouTube Music and Spotify to a cross-device playback system. The tech giant said that it employs a combination of signals like Bluetooth Low Energy, ultra-wideband (UWB), Wi-Fi, and device features, which detect the proximity of devices.

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  Spotify 'New Year's Hub' launched: Know more

  Technology | December 30, 2022 12:30 IST

  Spotify reported that the music streaming giant was working on a new feature that would integrate its iOS application with HealthKit to provide workout playlists to users based on their health data.

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  Spotify's Anchor app to rebranded as 'Spotify Creator Studio'

  Technology | December 20, 2022 19:18 IST

  If the proposed rebranding from the survey is implemented then, Spotify for Podcasters will be renamed as "Spotify Creator Studio - Unhosted" while Anchor will be called "Spotify Creator Studio - Hosted", also these products would remain free as well, said the report.

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  Spotify audiobooks now available in 4 more countries beyond the USA

  Technology | November 23, 2022 13:00 IST

  In September, Spotify announced the support for audiobook features only for the USA market. The feature will let the users listen to more than 3,00,000 audiobook titles, which could be downloaded further for offline listening purposes on the music and podcast streaming platform.

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  Spotify and Google starts testing 'User Choice Billing': Know more

  Technology | November 11, 2022 15:47 IST

  Spotify has started testing the 'User Choice Billing' (UCB) pilot programme to offer an alternative in-app purchase experience on Android devices which will enable the users to subscribe and make purchases by using the payment option of their choice, Spotify said in a blog post.

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  Spotify rolls out new Apple Watch app- All you need to know

  Technology | November 10, 2022 17:15 IST

  Spotify has started rolling out the new Apple Watch application, with larger controls and swipe gestures. The new app update will enable the users to easily browse and choose their favourite music and podcasts in 'Your Library', the company stated in a blog post.

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  Spotify kills 11 original podcasts, lays off around 5% staff

  Technology | October 07, 2022 14:00 IST

  Spotify has been reportedly doing cost cutting and removing several services from the platform- shuttering down 11 original podcasts and laying off some workforce. People who were working on original podcasts will be reassigned to new shows or might get laid off.

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  Spotify Update: You can now post audio reactions to music playlists- Know how?

  Technology | August 16, 2022 22:37 IST

  Spotify Update: The Swedish music streaming giant last week introduced a new design for the home screen of its mobile app that includes feeds for both Music and Podcasts and Shows.

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  Spotify brings new look to the home screen: Know about the music and podcast section

  Technology | August 10, 2022 15:55 IST

  Spotify said that the new change will enable the Premium users to choose the mode which they prefer at the top of playlists and albums- and listen to the way music they would want to.

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  Spotify Premium to get individual Shuffle, Play buttons: Know how it works

  Technology | August 02, 2022 12:45 IST

  Spotify Premium: The Company recently stated that it now has 433 million monthly active users (MAUs), up 19 million (year-on-year) and above the company's guidance by 5 million.

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  TikTok Music app set to challenge Spotify and Apple: Know-how?

  Technology | August 01, 2022 15:43 IST

  TikTok Music App: The TikTok app (Brazil) further comes with a touch button which redirects the users to the Resso app- enabling the user to hear the full version of a song which they have been listening to or are interested in.

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  After Netflix and Spotify, Meta plans to layoff: Why?

  Technology | July 13, 2022 18:30 IST

  At Meta, the managers have been asked to identify and "move to exit" the poor-performing employees of the company. The decision has been taken because the company is struggling with macroeconomic pressures and hitting its advertising business.

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  Spotify Update: Video podcasts featured added and these countries could use it

  Technology | July 13, 2022 15:26 IST

  Spotify Update: Video-native podcasters will now have access to Spotify's audience around the world, while audio-native podcasters will be able to start experimenting with video and deliver content that their listeners can engage with more deeply.

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  Spotify adds a real-time lyrics feature for Nest Hub: Know how to use this feature

  Technology | July 11, 2022 16:53 IST

  Spotify has added a new feature on Google Nest Hub where when the music is being played, the lyrics will be displayed to the user.

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  Spotify to add new tools to in-app podcasts: Know-more

  Technology | July 04, 2022 13:51 IST

  In the recent video posted by Spotify New Zealand, it showcased that if you have the feature, you will see a + button next to "Your Library" in the bottom bar on the home screen. If you tap on it, you have options to "Record podcast" or "Create playlist".

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  Spotify Podcast: This new programme will elevate the budding podcasters in India

  Technology | June 30, 2022 13:48 IST

  Spotify has upgraded the podcast segment and will focus on different local languages of India, every three months. There is a further new addition for the podcasters which will enable then to be recognised.

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  Spotify introduces Community feature: Now see what your friends' are playing

  Technology | June 26, 2022 17:07 IST

  Spotify has stated that the new Community feature is at early testing phases and is further declined to share any further details. Here is everything you must know.  

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  Barack Obama and Michelle Obama got frustrated with Spotify, left the platform and joined Audible

  Technology | June 22, 2022 12:45 IST

  Barack Obama and Michelle Obahavehas joined Audible by Amazon and leaves Spotify. The financial terms of the agreement with Higher Ground have not been disclosed by Audible yet. But it is expected to be above the previous deal with Spotify which was around $25 million.

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  Facebook to shut down its podcast, Soundbites and Audio Hubs, all you need to know

  Technology | May 03, 2022 17:50 IST

  It is reported that Facebook is working on shutting down the podcast services on the platform, along with other services too.