Swedish audio streaming platform Spotify has determined to discontinue its Automotive View characteristic. The above-mentioned characteristic was launched in 2019 as a approach to make the applying much less distracting and simpler to regulate whereas driving, The Verge reported. Based on the publication, the affirmation of the change initially got here again in October, when a Spotify moderator responded to a submit on its group discussion board asking why the characteristic was lacking.
“We are able to verify that we’re retiring the automobile view characteristic. This nevertheless doesn’t suggest we do not wish to enhance on how our customers take heed to Spotify whereas driving. Quite the opposite, we’re actively exploring a wide range of new methods to ship the perfect in-car listening expertise. Consider retiring car-view as one thing that should occur in an effort to make approach for brand spanking new improvements coming down the observe,” the moderator wrote.
“Please bear with us in the meanwhile. Whereas we work backstage on bettering the expertise, one different can be to pay attention hands-free through Google Assistant. This characteristic additionally works with Google Maps so you’ll be able to navigate whereas listening to Spotify. With a view to try this, you’ll be able to hyperlink your accounts and say ‘Hey Google, play Spotify’,” the moderator added
Spotify confirmed that they’re engaged on a greater characteristic that can substitute the Automotive View mode.
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