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QR Code Checks Are Coming Spotify Cracks Down on Account Sharing

Spotify Tightens Rules for Premium Family Plan Spotify is implementing stricter rules for its Premium Family Plan. A QR code verification will be introduced to prevent sharing across multiple households.

Practical Innovation Spotify Solves a Problem Many Parents Know

Spotify Introduces a Filter for Children's Music Spotify is rolling out a filter specifically for children's music. This ensures that kids' songs won't affect Spotify Wrapped or music recommendations.

Cheerful times for young music fans: They now have their own accounts on Spotify.

New Feature Annoyed by Children's Songs? Spotify Offers Free Solution for Families

Families can now set up free managed accounts for children. They receive many useful features of the full version.

Unpleasant Surprise for Music Lovers and Apple Fans: Apple Music Gets Significantly More Expensive

Music Streaming Apple Music Gets More Expensive: New Prices Now in Effect in Germany

Apple raises its music subscription prices by up to 18 percent. Users may soon have to pay more for other services as well.

Music Trend Surprise! Why CD Sales Are Rising Again

It's hard to believe, but CD sales are currently on the rise again. Here, we reveal the various reasons behind this trend.

Playlist Analysis New Online Tool Reveals Which Songs Were Created by AI

Deezer analyzes playlists and instantly identifies AI-generated songs. The tool is compatible with many well-known streaming services.

Attention! Anyone who doesn't act now may soon be unable to use Spotify

Spotify Ends Username Login: What Changes, What Stays the Same, and What Users Need to Check Now

On iOS and Android YouTube Music Gets a New Interface

YouTube frequently makes changes to its Music app. A recent update has completely overhauled the basic user interface.

For More Order YouTube Music Finally Gets Long-Awaited Playlist Feature

Google is testing a new sorting feature for YouTube Music. Users will soon be able to find songs in playlists more quickly.

Music Spotify to Reserve Concert Tickets for Superfans

Spotify is planning "Reserved," an exclusive ticket access program for highly active fans of select artists and tours.

Interactive Time Capsule Spotify Now Shows Your Complete Music History

Spotify celebrates its 20th anniversary with a new feature on personal listening history and all-time most-streamed songs.

Tilly Norwood is an AI-generated actress and singer. However, her new music video is quite controversial.

"Disgusted and Angry" This "Woman" and Her Music Video Divide the Internet

Tilly Norwood has released her first music video. The problem: She herself isn't real. The reactions are as expected.

Training, Yoga, and Cardio Spotify Launches Fitness Section–Workouts Now Directly in the App

Spotify introduces Spotify Fitness, a new section in the app for workouts, playlists, and Peloton classes for premium users.

The Story Behind "Arirang" BTS Are Back! Netflix to Stream Mega Comeback Live

Netflix and the South Korean boy band BTS are teaming up for two projects. Fans can look forward to a live stream and a documentary.

The Cultural Reasons Why the iPod Is Making a Big Comeback

Why the iPod Is Making a Comeback: TECHBOOK delves into the cultural background of the revival of the classic MP3 player.

Spotify and Liquid Death Unveil Urn with Bluetooth Speaker

Streaming With Dark Humor Spotify Urn Plays Music in the Afterlife

Spotify and Liquid Death are selling 150 music urns with Bluetooth speakers for $495.

Apple Music Tests AI Playlists on Android

Music Streaming Apple Music to Gain Handy Feature for Android

Apple is testing AI-generated playlists and a new design in version 5.2 of Apple Music for Android. Here's what users can expect.

Historic Moment Netflix Film Makes History–Again

The song "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters" wins a Grammy and makes K-pop history.

Music in Film and Series 15 Songs That Became Hits Through Movies or Series

There are many songs in film and TV history that gained fame thanks to their moving images. Here are 15 unforgettable classics.

Spotify's Youth Profiles Don't Allow Audiobooks

Families Outraged New Spotify Profiles Suddenly Lack Access to Popular Features

Spotify has launched youth profiles, which have unexpectedly caused problems. Parents are dealing with restrictions that didn't exist before.

End of an Era Mtv, the Iconic Channel, Ends Music Television in Europe

A piece of pop culture is leaving the screen: Paramount has confirmed that several MTV music channels across Europe will be shut down.

How to Save a Lot of Money on Spotify with a Simple Trick

After a Significant Price Increase How to Save Up to 30 Percent on Your Spotify Subscription Now

Spotify raised its prices significantly on Aug. 14—but customers can still save on their Spotify subscriptions with a clever trick.

Tech CEOs, Politicians, Journalists: Their Music on Spotify Is No Longer a Secret

Panama Playlists Website Reveals: This Music Celebrities Listen to on Spotify

A new website publicly displays Spotify data from celebrities—including their listening history and playlists.

Spotify, AI Icon, and TECHBOOK Editor Woon-Mo Sung

TECHBOOK Editor "More and More AI Junk–That's Why I'm Not Interested in Spotify!"

AI is increasingly making headlines at Spotify and other streaming services. TECHBOOK editor Woon-Mo Sung finds this absolutely terrible.

Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers will soon be able to listen to audiobooks as well—with a small limitation.

With a small caveat Amazon's Music Subscription Now Includes Audiobooks

Amazon Music Unlimited expands its offerings. Customers will now receive one Audible audiobook per month at no additional cost.

Subscription Platform What Is Patreon and How Does It Work?

Patreon has become a widely used membership platform for artists and various types of content creators.

Amazon will be increasing the prices for Music Unlimited this year. The only question is when this will happen in Germany

From March, in Three Countries Amazon Increases the Price of its Music Unlimited Subscription

Amazon Music Unlimited increases prices in the USA, Canada and the UK in 2025. Will costs soon rise in Germany too?

Karl Lagerfeld passionately collected iPods.

Curious Collecting Frenzy Karl Lagerfeld had a "nanny" for his 500 iPods.

Karl Lagerfeld Collected Over 500 iPods. Now Some Are Up for Auction. What drove his passion for collecting?

Sonos Responds to User Criticism of Its App with an Update

Following User Criticism Sonos Brings Back Popular Features to the App

After the new Sonos app caused dissatisfaction due to missing features, the provider is addressing the issue with an update and bringing back a function.

Spotify has launched a new app specifically for podcasters.

Many New Features Spotify Unveils Completely New App: Here's What's Behind It

Spotify Expands App Selection with 'Spotify for Podcasters' Discover how podcasters and users benefit from this new app and what features it offers.