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Apple’s Third-Party SDK List for Privacy Manifests
- Starting May 1, 2024, new or updated apps that have a newly added third-party SDK that's on the list of commonly used third-party SDKs will need to submit required reasons for each listed API, privacy manifests, and valid signatures.
- The process of adding a privacy manifest file to an app can be simplified using a privacy manifest generator tool, as manually editing plist files can be tedious.
- The list of third-party SDKs provided by Apple lacks links to SDK project homepages or GitHub repos, making it difficult to identify SDKs with limited information. Some popular SDKs related to privacy, like TikTok SDK, GoogleAds, and Unity Ads SDK, are missing from the list.
- Analysis of network traffic reveals that despite privacy manifests, certain apps like Facebook, Google Chrome, Instagram, Spotify, and Threads still send device information off-device, raising questions on the effectiveness of privacy manifests.
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Managing Risks in Product Development: Spotify’s Approach to A/B Experimentation
- A/B experimentation is a key approach to managing risks in product development.
- Spotify's experimentation platform, Confidence, utilizes decision rules to guide product decisions.
- Decision rules provide standardized analysis and democratize experiment results.
- Implementing null hypothesis significance testing helps minimize errors in decision-making.
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New Leak by Redditor Shows Spotify HiFi is Almost Ready
- Spotify HiFi, the upgraded lossless music feature, has been long awaited by users.
- Leaked UI screenshots provide insights into the progress of Spotify HiFi, showcasing improved audio quality with higher bitrates and potential 24-bit lossless quality.
- A compatibility checker feature will inform users about their device's suitability for lossless audio streaming, recommending wired connections or wireless streaming via Spotify Connect.
- Speculations arise about a potential rebranding of Spotify HiFi to 'Lossless,' with an uncertain official launch date.
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Spotify lyrics features now available to paid users only Spotify's Shift: Lyrics Behind a Paywall Sparks User Frustration
- Spotify has introduced a significant change by putting lyrics behind a paywall, triggering frustration among free users.
- The move aligns with Spotify's strategy to drive paid subscriptions and generate alternative revenue streams.
- Effects on user behavior and subscription rates remain uncertain as users may seek alternative sources for lyrics.
- Spotify may face challenges and potential backlash as users question the platform's transparency and loyalty.
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TechCrunch Minute: Spotify’s move to paywall lyrics is putting pressure on free users
- Spotify is putting lyrics behind its paid service wall, pressuring free users to convert.
- The move is an attempt by Spotify to increase revenue as it largely relies on paid accounts.
- While it may disappoint budget-conscious users, Spotify hopes to gain more paying users.
- The company needs to boost its gross profit to maintain its position in the music industry.
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Spotify’s new Hi-Fi plan leaks, but I’m sticking with Apple Music
- Spotify's Hi-Fi plan, rumored to be called Spotify Supremium, has once again been leaked.
- A Reddit user shared screenshots that showcase the higher audio quality and how it would work on the Spotify desktop and smartphone apps.
- The leak comes after seven months since the initial leak about Spotify's Hi-Fi plan.
- Despite the leak, the author expresses their loyalty towards Apple Music.
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Spotify is moving lyrics behind a paywall in a likely bid to lure subscribers to its rumored Hi-Fi tier
- Spotify is putting song lyrics behind a paywall, prompting users to switch to Spotify Premium for full access.
- The move is likely an attempt to push more users towards the Premium tier and potentially prepare for the launch of a rumored Supremium tier.
- Screenshots of Spotify Supremium leaked, indicating an 'Enhanced Listening' tier offering lossless audio on compatible devices.
- Spotify is also expected to increase subscription charges in the US, following previous price hikes in other markets.
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Spotify quietly moves lyrics behind a paywall
- Spotify is putting lyrics behind a paywall, pushing free users to subscribe.
- The change is confirmed by Spotify, indicating it may not be just a test.
- Spotify is adding a monthly limit on lyrics for free users.
- The move aims to drive more people to the paid subscription tier.
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SoundCloud takes on Spotify’s Discover Weekly feature with new ‘Buzzing Playlists’
- SoundCloud has launched new 'Buzzing Playlists' to highlight up-and-coming tracks from artists.
- The playlists include Pop, Hip Hop, R&B, and Electronic music and feature tracks from SoundCloud's Next Pro artists.
- SoundCloud uses signals like repeat plays, playlist adds, likes, comments, and reposts to curate the playlists, which are updated weekly.
- Tracks featured in Buzzing Playlists have the potential to be highlighted further in SoundCloud charts or editorial playlists.
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Just release it already: Spotify HiFi leaks yet again
- Spotify Hifi, the lossless music feature, is still being worked on according to recent UI leaks and prompts.
- Spotify announced Hifi in 2021 but it has not been released yet, while rivals already offer similar features.
- Rumors suggest a possible rebranding of Hifi to a $20-a-month plan called 'Supremium'.
- Screenshots shared by a Reddit user reveal dialog prompts and system settings related to Spotify HiFi.
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More Spotify users will now have to pay for lyrics
- Spotify is now rolling out paywalled lyrics to many free users.
- Previously, accessing lyrics was a free feature, but now users must have Spotify Premium.
- This change has led to frustration among free users who enjoyed the feature.
- YouTube Music is seen as a better option with free access and fewer limitations.
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Peacock’s Price Hike Hints at Delicate Balancing Act for Streaming Platforms
- Peacock, the streaming service owned by Comcast’s NBCUniversal, added 3 million new paid subscribers in Q1, bringing the total subscriber count to 34 millio
- Peacock will raise prices for its premium and premium-plus plans starting July 18, aiming to capitalize on the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris
- The ad-supported Peacock premium plan will increase by $2 to $7.99 per month, and the ad-free premium plus plan will rise to $13.99 a month
- The competitive pricing approach of streaming platforms may face risks as streaming subscriptions are often the first expenses to be cut when consumers face financial constraints
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Spotify launches Portal for Backstage to simplify process of getting developer portals setup
- Spotify has launched Portal for Backstage, a beta offering that simplifies the process of setting up developer portals.
- The Portal includes a Setup Wizard to install and link Portal to a GitHub organization and cloud provider.
- It also features a Catalog Wizard to import services, websites, and libraries from GitHub Enterprise.
- Portal offers plugins for customization and signifies Spotify's expansion into the vendor market for software development tools.
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How to Fix Spotify Login Error?
- Check your internet connection and ensure it is stable.
- Verify that you are entering the correct credentials.
- Reset your password if needed.
- Update the Spotify app to the latest version.
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Radio isn't dead. Yet. Thank, or blame, your car.
- Nielsen survey reveals that radio remains dominant for ad-supported audio listening, accounting for nearly 70% of listening time among adults in the US.
- However, radio usage declines among younger demographics, with 45% of ad-supported listening coming from 18 to 34-year-olds.
- Cars remain a key driver for radio listenership, with 70% of people primarily listening to radio in cars.
- When considering all forms of audio listening, radio accounts for 37% of total listening time, followed by streaming audio (19%), podcasts (11%), and Sirius XM (8%).
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