When we talk of “messaging” on smartphones, we usually refer to stuff like iMessage, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp and Telegram, which are usually the go-to apps when we want to connect with contacts, send “DMs” or flood inboxes with memes. That being said, Spotify recently announced that it’s also been working on a way to send messages within the Spotify app itself, which is one of the more unique features that we’ve seen pop up on the app.
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With that in mind, Spotify says that the feature will roll out to Free and Premium subscriptions beginning this week, as well as for users aged 16 years and older. The platform adds that it’s been taking in user feedback, with a number of users saying that they want a “dedicated space” within the app to share content with other users. On the artist side of things, Spotify says that the new Messages feature will let creators connect with and reach more audiences in a more “streamlined” manner.
Similar to most other messaging apps, the new feature will provide one-on-one conversations where users can share Spotify content, with support for text and emoji reactions as well. Users who have also interacted with other people before will be able to send them messages via tapping the share icon and selecting a friend. This includes contacts that a user has shared Spotify content with before, or joined in their Jams, Blends, or collaborative playlists together, as well as those that they share a Family or Duo plan with. Once the other person accepts the request, both users will then be able to share content back and forth and react to messages.
Spotify says that users will also be able to accept or reject message requests from friends and family, and will be able to report accounts or content that violate Spotify’s rules on illegal and harmful content. Users can also block other users and opt out of the Messages feature should they need to do so. Interestingly, Spotify claims that conversations are encrypted along with “proactive detection technology” that scans messages for unlawful and harmful content.
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In related news, Spotify recently announced that it was rolling out a new beta feature that allows listeners to add and customize the transitions between songs, allowing for a bit more creative control than usual. The new tool lets users seamlessly blend tracks, fine-tune how they flow together, and even enhance their mix with features like volume, EQ, and effect curves.
