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AppWizard

November 7, 2025

Qobuz launches Android TV app (but there’s a catch)

Qobuz has launched an Android TV app that allows users to access its catalogue of 100 million tracks on their televisions. The app is available on the Google Play Store and is compatible with all devices that support Google TV, including brands like Sony, TCL, and Hisense. Users can easily download the app, log in, and start streaming, with features like playlists, albums, and personalized recommendations designed for larger displays. However, the app has a limitation where all audio is resampled to 48kHz due to the Android TV operating system, regardless of the original quality. This means that users connecting their TVs to soundbars or AV receivers will also experience this limitation. While casual listeners may find the app satisfactory, dedicated Qobuz subscribers seeking high-resolution audio may prefer alternatives like the NVIDIA Shield or dedicated streaming DACs to avoid the resampling issue. The 48kHz cap is a restriction of the Android platform, not Qobuz itself.

AppWizard

September 30, 2025

5 apps you should use instead of Spotify

The author explored alternatives to Spotify after using its premium version for a long time. They identified five noteworthy music streaming applications: 1. YouTube Music: User-friendly design, impressive music discovery features, vast library of music videos, and ad-free experience with YouTube Premium. The free version has limitations like not being able to turn off the phone's display while streaming. 2. Deezer: A French streaming service with a comprehensive library and an intuitive interface. It features a personalized music discovery option called "Flow" and offers a free plan and a month-long trial. 3. SoundCloud: Focuses on emerging talent and allows users to discover new musicians. It has commendable music discovery capabilities and competitive pricing, starting at .99 per month. 4. Tidal: Known for superior audio quality with lossless streaming, offering high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz FLAC. It has an extensive library of exclusive content and a user-friendly app design. 5. Bandcamp: Functions as an online marketplace for independent artists, allowing users to purchase songs and albums individually. It promotes direct support for musicians and offers the ability to stream purchased music.

AppWizard

September 28, 2025

5 Best Android Apps Every Audiophile Needs On Their Phone

Audiophiles prefer high-resolution music platforms like Tidal, but the Android app landscape is changing. Spotify has introduced Spotify Lossless, offering high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/44.1kHz, which is better than CD quality but lower than Tidal's 24-bit/192kHz. Tidal provides superior audio quality, competitive pricing, and features like Dolby Atmos for enhanced sound. Qobuz claims to have the best hi-res catalog and allows users to purchase hi-res audio files, with a subscription option that offers discounts on purchases. Roon ARC enables users to access their music collections via mobile devices and integrates with streaming services, requiring a subscription for unlimited streams. USB Audio Player Pro is an app that enhances audio quality by allowing the use of an external DAC and supports integration with Tidal and Qobuz.