Undoubtedly, Spotify It is one of the apps worth paying for. Now, with its new update, give even more arguments to release the 9,99 euros per month the monthly subscription costs. Spotify version 0.5 has been completely revamped to dress up for Ice Cream Sandwich.
"For all of our Android users, this Spotify update is a huge step forward. We've redesigned the app from top to bottom, making it faster, sleeker, and much better looking," he said. Gustav Södertröm, VP Products at Spotify.
And there are many changes. Available now on Google Play, new Spotify comes with stand for Android 4.0 and among the new features they include are: Swipe navigation, cross fade for gap-free playback, queue playback or support for list folders Of reproduction.
Now we also have a widget to control Spotify from the home screen. The new app is also more social, allowing you to view your profiles of your friends and playlists when you're out and about, as well as setting favorite songs. There are other minor details that round out the app, such as high-resolution artist images or something that is available for the first time on mobile, such as a related artists viewer. Spotify has also made a leap in quality in the streaming, from the 160 Kbit/s it offered, has gone to 320 Kbit per second, just double.
The first impression after downloading it (even though we had connection issues) is very positive. Overall, Spotify is now much faster with your personal library. You'll need to subscribe.
You can download it from Google Play.
Android 4.0 compatibility and support for older devices
The update focuses on offering Full compatibility with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), optimizing performance and design for this platform. On very old devices, especially those stuck on previous versions and app releases prior to major version jumps, official support may be deprecatedThis explains why some devices running Android 4.1.2 or other older systems can no longer log in or play content normally. If you need to listen offline, see How to listen to Spotify offline on your Android.
Spotify always encourages you to use the latest version of the app to include security improvements and bug fixes. In modern builds, it is also frequently required Android 7.0 or higher, so if your phone doesn't meet that requirement, you'll notice limitations. In these cases, the most stable option is to upgrade your device or use alternative listening methods compatible with your system.
Holo interface, gestures and smoother navigation
The app adopts the Holo lines marked by Google, with clean fonts, subtle shadows and a grid that makes better use of the higher resolution from the screens. The swipe navigation allows you to move between sections with lateral gestures, minimizing unnecessary touches and making the experience more natural.
Furthermore, access to profiles, friend lists y artist pages is integrated into the header of each section, making it easy to discover related music without leaving what you're listening to. desktop widget adds quick playback controls, queue access, and a Like button.
Audio: crossfade, equalizer, radio and 320 Kbit/s
With cross fade you'll achieve smooth transitions between songs for continuous listening. The app adds a equalizer native on Android 4.x accessed from Settings > Audio Effects, with preset profiles and manual controls to customize bass and treble and learn to improve audio quality.
Audio quality goes up to 320 Kbps in Premium, ideal if you use higher fidelity headphones or speakers. Playback is also maintained in radio mode, which generates stations based on artists or songs for effortless music discovery, and the play queue to sort out what plays next.
Social features, folders, and scrobbling with Last.fm
The social aspect grows with the possibility of consulting friends' profiles, see your public lists and mark Favorite songs. The support of folders in lists makes it easy to organize large libraries, and the related artists viewer adds context to expand your collection. In addition, you can consult the Changes to free Spotify.
For those who record their listening, the app includes the scrobbling with Last.fm (when available), so that each playback is synced with your profile. This integration may require signing in to external services from the adjustments of the application.
Download, beta availability and account required
The recommended route is Google Play, where you will receive automatic and verified updates. Historically, some previous builds were offered in beta from Spotify servers; in those cases it was necessary to activate Unknown sources. Still, for security and stability, it's best to always install from the official store. If you want to get more out of the audio, check out how enable HD audio on Android.
Please note that without Premium account, mobile capabilities are limited and certain advanced features (such as the download to listen offline or maximum quality) will not be available. If Spotify Lite is not listed in your country, it is due to regional availability; you can check its status in the official support and contact customer from the contact section.
With a sleeker interface, fluid gestures, high-quality audio, enhanced social features, and solid compatibility with Android 4.0, this Spotify for Android turns any search into a agile experience and complete, whether to discover related artists or to enjoy your playlists with crossfade and equalizer adjusted to your liking.
