music experience

AppWizard
July 7, 2025
Spotify has introduced the "Jam" feature on Android Auto, allowing multiple users to collaboratively curate a shared music queue. The host can start a Jam session by tapping a feature in the app, generating a QR code for guests to scan and join. Other updates include a new "Downloaded" section for offline music, indicators for downloaded songs, and a floating Search shortcut. There are also indications of a forthcoming Lossless audio feature, hinted at in the app code.
AppWizard
July 7, 2025
Spotify has updated its Android Auto app with a new design and features, including the "Jam" feature that allows drivers to host shared playback sessions. Passengers can join by scanning a QR code and contribute to the music queue, while the host maintains control. The update also includes a "Downloaded" tab for easier access to offline music, a floating Search button for manual track selection, and a streamlined interface for safer navigation. This update is part of Google's plans to enhance media app capabilities within Android Auto, with similar updates expected for other apps. The update is currently being rolled out on the Google Play Store.
AppWizard
July 5, 2025
Spotify has redesigned its Android Auto app with an update that includes new features such as the “Jam” functionality, which allows users to generate a QR code for others to join the music queue. The “Downloaded” section in the Library has been enhanced for easier access to offline music, and indicators for downloaded tracks have been added. A new floating Search shortcut directs users to a dedicated search page within the app, allowing for direct searches of albums or tracks. This update is part of Spotify version 9.0.58.596 for Android, available for download via the Play Store. Other media applications like Amazon Music and YouTube Music are expected to receive similar enhancements.
BetaBeacon
December 13, 2024
The Epic Games Store will now come preloaded on all new compatible Android phones on Telefónica’s network in Spain, the UK, Germany, and Spanish-speaking Latin American countries, eliminating the need for users to sideload the app.
AppWizard
May 25, 2024
- Gemini YouTube Music extension is a new tool available for desktop and Android users - Users can request specific genre radios, songs by favorite artists, and curate playlists - The extension must be activated in the settings to fully perform - The extension currently offers a link to the song on YouTube Music on computers, but directly plays the song on the Android app - Users must agree to permissions for Gemini to access playback history, playlists, and preferences
AppWizard
May 6, 2024
Google's Gemini chatbot will soon be integrated with YouTube Music, allowing users to play, search, and discover songs, artists, and playlists directly within the chatbot interface. Gemini will offer music suggestions based on the user's emotional state and provide links to YouTube Music radio stations that match the user's mood. The YouTube Music extension will have access to user data such as playlists, history, and preferences to tailor music recommendations. Users without the YouTube Music app installed can still access the service through the web version. Gemini's new music feature is expected to be launched soon, with potential integration of other music streaming services like Spotify in the future.
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