Spotify Smart Reorder introduces an easier way to customize your Mixed playlists. TL;DR Spotify has launched a new Mixed playlist feature called Smart Reorder. This automatically rearranges songs based on their BPM and key signature. The feature is available to Premium subscribers in regions where Spotify Mix has launched. Have you ever found it frustratingly […]

Spotify Notes would allow you to influence the music you see on the app’s Home screen. TL;DR Spotify is reportedly working on a new “Notes” feature for controlling your Home recommendations. This could use written feedback to inform your Spotify Taste Profile, instead of excluding tracks or playlists. A smaller social upgrade may bring emoji […]

Spotify AI remixes would enable fans to recreate their favorite artists’ work. TL;DR Spotify is exploring ‘AI derivatives’ to help artists monetize their existing catalogs. The technology is reportedly already developed, with licensing the final hurdle. The feature could launch as part of a higher-priced ‘Superfan’ subscription tier. Spotify says it wants fans to create […]

Spotify’s new ‘About the Song’ feature lets you discover more about your favorite lyrics and artists. TL;DR Spotify has announced a new feature called ‘About the Song’. This provides lyrical context and in-depth information about artists on the platform. About the Song is launching in beta for Premium mobile users in the U.S., U.K., Canada, […]

Spotify’s physical book purchases are a direct rival to Amazon’s E-book offerings. TL;DR Spotify has just announced support for in-app physical book purchases. The feature is the fruit of a partnership with Bookshop.org. In-app book purchases will be available in the US and UK starting late Spring 2026. Spotify has just announced a partnership with […]

Spotify paid $11 billion to the music industry in 2025. TL;DR Spotify’s Head of Music, Charlie Hellman, says Spotify paid $11 billion to the music industry in 2025. The figure is up from $10 billion in 2024 and $9 billion in 2023. Hellman claims that Spotify now accounts for roughly 30% of recorded music revenue. […]

Microsoft is working to improve the ability to resume apps from Android smartphones on computers running Windows 11. With this feature rolling out to select apps, users will be able to resume supported apps from a Galaxy smartphone or tablet on a Galaxy Book or any other Windows 11 PC. Last year, Microsoft introduced a […]

The US subscription price increase comes months after Spotify launched Lossless audio. TL;DR Spotify has confirmed that it is raising its subscription prices for US users. This affects all Premium tiers, including Individual, Duo, Family, and Student. The price hike will take effect from billing dates throughout February 2026. After months of speculation, Spotify has […]

Spotify today announced a price increase in the United States, Estonia, and Latvia, marking the company’s third U.S. price increase in less than three years. The company revealed the changes in a post published on its website earlier today, stating that Premium subscribers in the affected markets will receive an email over the coming month […]

Bandcamp has taken a clearer stance than Spotify regarding AI music. TL;DR Bandcamp has banned music wholly or substantially generated by AI on its platform. This follows months of user feedback on its Reddit posts. Meanwhile, Spotify tries to reassure its subscribers that it does not create, own, promote, or penalize AI music. Following months […]