Sonos has just rolled out an update to its iPhone and iPad app, introducing support for Apple Music spatial audio playback on compatible Sonos speakers and sound bars. The move means that music lovers can now enjoy a 360-degree listening experience that simulates surround sound. The new update to the Sonos app brings support for…
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Apple has launched a new classical music app called Apple Music Classical. The app is finally available on the App Store for pre-order and has now begun its global rollout. The launch of Apple Music Classical is a result of Apple’s acquisition of the renowned classical music streaming service, Primephonic in 2021. Apple Music Classical…
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New data from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) highlights the continued growth of streaming and resurgence of vinyl in the music industry. According to the RIAA, music revenue in the United States hit a record high of $15.9 billion in 2022, marking six years of consecutive growth for the industry. Streaming accounted for…
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Apple has announced that its long-awaited Apple Music Classical app is now available for pre-order on the App Store. This new service, which is set to be launched on March 28, will offer unlimited access to the largest classical music catalog in the world, featuring over 5 million tracks. This is excellent news for classical…
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Apple is facing a potential $39.4 billion fine from the European Union (EU) after the European Commission announced it had issued a Statement of Objections against the company over concerns regarding its App Store rules for music streaming services that compete against Apple Music. The Commission is alleging that “Apple’s anti-steering obligations are unfair trading…
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Apple made its debut as the NFL’s primary sponsor for the Super Bowl Halftime Show, and it was a hit-filled extravaganza, with none other than Rihanna taking the stage as the headlining performer. In a surprise announcement, the singer revealed she was pregnant with her second child, making the performance even more memorable. The 14-minute…
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Apple Music is set to take center stage at Super Bowl LVII as the official sponsor of the halftime show. The performance, which stars pop icon Rihanna, will take place on Sunday, February 12th at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, as the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles. As part…
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In September, the NFL announced that Apple had signed a multi-year partnership for Apple Music to sponsor the Super Bowl Halftime Show, replacing Pepsi as the primary sponsor starting with the 2023 game. The Super Bowl Halftime Show is the most-watched musical performance of the year worldwide, making it a highly coveted sponsorship opportunity. Apple…