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Music streaming service by Apple

Apple Music is a music streaming service developed by Apple Inc.. Users select music to stream to their device on-demand, or they can listen to existing, curated playlists. The service also includes the Internet radio station Apple Music 1, which broadcasts live to over 100 countries. The service was announced on June 8, 2015, and launched on June 30, 2015, in over 100 countries worldwide.

Features

Apple Music offers a wide range of features that cater to different user preferences. These include:

• Streaming: Users can stream over 90 million songs from the Apple Music catalog.
• Offline Listening: Subscribers can download songs and albums for offline listening.
• Playlists: Curated playlists are available, including those created by Apple Music editors and personalized playlists based on user listening habits.
• Radio: Apple Music 1, Apple Music Hits, and Apple Music Country are available for live radio streaming.
• Integration with Apple Devices: Seamless integration with iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS devices.
• Lyrics: Users can view lyrics in real-time while listening to songs.
• Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio: Offers high-quality audio experiences with Dolby Atmos and lossless audio formats.

Subscription Plans

Apple Music offers several subscription plans to accommodate different user needs:

• Individual Plan: Provides full access to all features for a single user.
• Family Plan: Allows up to six family members to share a subscription.
• Student Plan: Offers a discounted rate for students enrolled in degree-granting universities and colleges.
• Voice Plan: A more affordable plan that allows users to access Apple Music using Siri on Apple devices.

Availability

Apple Music is available in over 167 countries and regions worldwide. The service is accessible on a variety of platforms, including:

• iOS and iPadOS devices
• macOS and Windows computers
• Apple Watch
• Apple TV
• HomePod
• Android devices

History

Apple Music was developed in response to the growing popularity of music streaming services. It was built on the foundation of Beats Music, which Apple acquired in 2014. The service has evolved significantly since its launch, introducing new features and expanding its global reach.

Competitors

Apple Music competes with other major music streaming services, including Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and Tidal. Each service offers unique features and pricing models, contributing to a competitive market landscape.

Related pages

• iTunes
• Spotify
• Beats Electronics
• Apple Inc.

Gallery

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  Apple Music logo (2019)
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  Apple Music icon
• Screenshot of Apple Music on iOS
  Screenshot of Apple Music on iOS
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  Map showing availability of Apple Music worldwide