music apps

AppWizard
May 7, 2025
Shazam was launched in the UK in 2002 as a service where users could call a number to identify songs for a fee. Acquired by Apple in 2018, it remains available for Android users and integrates with various music platforms while being free to use. Shazam struggles with identifying earworms. SoundHound, Shazam's main competitor, has around 100 million users and can identify songs quickly, providing detailed information and lyrics. It allows users to hum or sing songs for identification, though this feature is not always accurate. SoundHound's free version includes ads, while SoundHound Infinity offers an ad-free experience for .99. Musixmatch is another alternative that identifies songs and focuses on lyrics, allowing users to create "lyrics cards" and offering a translation feature. It requires the actual song for identification. The Google app also provides quick song identification, including for hummed or sung versions, but gives candid feedback on user performance.
AppWizard
March 10, 2025
A bug affecting Android Auto users disrupts scrolling through music apps like Amazon Music, BBC Sounds, and SoundCloud when music is playing. This issue, first reported in February, limits scrolling to a few rows and can unexpectedly return users to the top of their playlists. The problem has gained attention on Google’s support forums, with developers also experiencing it. The Android Team is aware of the bug and is working on a fix, while inquiries have been made to Google about a timeline for resolution. Additionally, there are indications that Google may be considering adding climate control features to Android Auto, though details are unclear.
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