Apple revealed an exciting update for Apple Music subscribers as iOS 17.3 rolls out. Subscribers can now enjoy collaborative playlists, a novel feature allowing users to team up with friends and family to curate shared playlists.
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Just a month after we say goodbye to 2023, Apple Music has dropped the list of the most streamed songs of the year. Here's what you need to know.
Collaborative Playlists in Apple Music
Apple rolled out iOS 17.3 alongside several other software updates, introducing fresh features that include collaborative playlists for Apple Music subscribers.
9to5Mac reported that this functionality enables users to collaborate with others in crafting shared playlists, allowing everyone involved to contribute songs. In conjunction with the update, Apple has unveiled a promotional video featuring the hosts of Rap Life Review.
Apple's hosts Ebro Darden, Nadeska Alexis, and Lowkey guide users through the process of inviting friends to collaborate on playlists using the latest iOS 17.3.
This not only showcases the collaborative playlist feature but also demonstrates how users can express reactions to specific songs using emojis, as per TechCrunch.
It's interesting to note that collaborative playlists and emoji reactions were initially introduced in the iOS 17.2 beta but were later removed before the final release. Now, with the iOS 17.3 update, both features are available to all users.
Additionally, the video highlights another noteworthy Apple Music feature, SharePlay with CarPlay, a part of iOS 17. This feature enables passengers in a CarPlay-enabled vehicle to take control of the music from their own devices, even if they are not Apple Music subscribers.
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The Apple Post reported that Nadeska, Ebro, and Lowkey explored the latest offerings from Apple Music, unveiling two exciting features. The first enhancement transforms the way users curate and share music with friends.
In a new 3-minute video shared on Apple Music's YouTube channel, Apple Music introduces a range of features to playlists, enabling real-time collaboration among subscribers, and revolutionizing the music listening and discovery experience.
The second highlight is the introduction of SharePlay, allowing passengers to take control of the music playback from their personal devices. Now, every passenger becomes the DJ on Apple Music during the ride.
Recognizing Record Labels
In different news, Apple plans to recognize and reward record labels and artists who embrace this advanced audio format. Spatial audio offers a more immersive experience compared to regular stereo, and Apple's push for its widespread use is evident in the reported "added weighting" system set to begin next year.
Engadget reported that this incentive system holds the potential to translate into increased royalties for artists who choose to release their music in spatial audio.
With the majority of Apple's audio hardware, including AirPods, HomePod, the iPhone, and the upcoming Vision Pro headset, supporting spatial audio playback, the company aims to establish this format as a key feature within its ecosystem.
The move signifies Apple's commitment to ensuring that a substantial portion of the music available on Apple Music is presented in spatial audio, enhancing the overall audio experience for users.
Importantly, it's highlighted that artists won't necessarily need their songs to be streamed in spatial audio to reap the rewards; merely making their music available in this format will be sufficient for recognition and potential financial benefits.
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