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Spotify is reportedly copying one of TIDAL's best features for discovering new music, and as a musician I think that's great

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It's time to break up with your music streaming app — your phone deserves better

Default apps for streaming services prioritize discovery and social features over classic music playback. That's why you should switch to a new music player app.

Android Central

My house is filled with music thanks to this smart home audio system — but it's not Sonos

Sonos is the biggest whole home music system around — but I prefer something slightly more niche.

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Criticisms against Spotify keep mounting. Luckily there are alternatives

Spotify has been subject to various lingering critiques. These range from criticism of its payment model, to the presence of “fake artists”, the Joe Rogan boycott saga, and controversies around AI-made music.

The Conversation

I've been testing Spotify Lossless for a week — 3 things I like, 2 things I don't

I've been mucking about with Spotify Lossless for the last few days — how has the latest update fared?

Tom’s Guide

The AirPods Pro 3 and iPhone 17 are cool, but I really wanted a key new portable music player from Apple – and it’s not an iPod

I know the tech’s not there yet, but with its arch-rival making big steps forward, why isn’t Apple even trying?

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Spending too much on app subscriptions? I’m keeping these 3 essentials and canceling the rest

I’m planning a well-needed subscription audit to try and save a bit of money – but there are three I could simply never get rid of.

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Don't fall for the Spotify lossless hype — here's the streaming service you should use instead and why

Spotify Lossless is here, but I think there are much better music streaming services out there.

Tom’s Guide

Spotify Lossless just dropped — here's how it compares to Apple Music, Tidal and other high-res services

Music streaming services and audiophiles don't make it easy to understand what all those mad streaming numbers mean when it comes to music quality. Let's break it down.

Tom’s Guide

I tested these affordable IEMs and they're the ultimate entry-level option for audiophiles – here's why

Want to enter into the audiophile world? I reviewed Meze's cheapest ever IEMs and they're an awesome option.

TechRadar

Spotify Lossless still trails behind its hi-res streaming rivals – but that won’t matter for most people

While Spotify has finally entered the hi-res streaming game, it technically still lags behind its rivals. But should you care?

What Hi-Fi?

“We’re rebuilding the middle class of artists and giving fans the power to shape what gets heard. It’s a return to authenticity, driven by community”: New streaming platform launches - and it promises fair compensation for artists

Coda claims that its algorithm “comes from the crowd, not the cloud”

MusicRadar

An excruciating timeline of our eight-year wait for Spotify (HiFi) Lossless

With Spotify's Lossless tier eight years in the making, let’s take a trip through the hi-res streaming journey so far...

What Hi-Fi?

Buying second-hand CDs is my favourite way of discovering new music sustainably

CD doesn't have to stand for 'Climate Damage'

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As Block Launches New Bitcoin Mining Tools, Is XYZ Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

As Bitcoin consolidates, could Block’s tech-driven crypto ventures spark sustained growth, or is caution the smarter play?

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I listened to the new Focal Diva Mezza Utopia, a $69,000 ‘lifestyle’ speaker – here’s how high-res wireless audio makes a difference

Focal's new Diva Mezza Utopia made its US debut at Audio Advice Live 25, and these speakers' next-level sound quality was a highlight of the show.

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Spotify’s prices have gone up, here are 6 cheaper music streaming services

Spotify is adding hi-res audio to try and compete with cheaper music streaming alternatives

The Independent UK

Best MP3 players 2025: Top portable audio players tested by our expert

A dedicated digital audio player can change the way you listen to music – here are my top picks

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Four alternatives to Spotify: swapping is easier than you think

Artists and listeners are leaving the platform after its CEO invested in defence technology. Here are your options – along with how to keep your playlists

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Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII review: WiiM addition fixes the wireless speakers' only minor issue

Now with the WiiM streaming platform, the beautiful Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII is maturing into later life

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WiiM waltzes into our expert hi-fi system buying guide with its multi-tasking streaming machine

Adding a much-needed budget option for the most blossoming product category

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Jay-Z hits out at 'harassment' from man who claims to be his son

Court documents have revealed that Jay-Z is angered by the "harassment" he has had to face from Rymir Satterthwaite, who alleges that the rapper is his father.

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'Call me to settle this karmic debt': Nicki Minaj claims Jay-Z owes her $100 to $200m

Nicki Minaj has urged Jay-Z to call her and settle "this karmic debt".

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These are the best audio apps for Android (that aren't Spotify)

Here are the best audio-centric apps you can download on Android phones, hand-and-ear tested for your pleasure.

What Hi-Fi?

Leaked Spotify HiFi code reveals higher audio quality than was promised – and it's good and bad news

'CD quality' was announced back in 2021, but Spotify may well go one better

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