iTunes Match is included with an Apple Music subscription so my all local ripped files were matched and replaced. For music that don’t get matched, the files are actually uploaded to your iTunes Library but still accessible on any platform.
Can I download my Spotify playlist and use it in an external music player app like iOS Music app? Like saving the music files externally and outside of Spotify app? Thanks!
I could be wrong but I do not think so. in fact, the continued use of the "downloaded" music offline is only good for a month & you'll need an active subscription to keep using it. & the files will only play with the Spotify app. I'm sure there's a hack somewhere for a workaround but that sort of discussion is not allowed in Philmug.
That is the business model of the streaming apps. They allow you to have the convenience of offline playlists but only locked in their ecosystem. Otherwise they can’t keep you subscribing. In Apple Music your playlist is shared/stored in your account. If you did buy your songs in iTunes (before or even during sub w/ Apple Music) your playlist can still play after an expired sub with songs that you ‘own’. Happens to me when I forget to stock up on credits during monthly renewal.
Agree... thats the logic of subscribing music service. In short, you don't own the file, you are just like renting (as service).
Oh well I think it is against the rules.The rise of the subscription based model. Hehe or I'm just that cheap because I'm saving up for a condo or a house downpayment
I have both Spotify (family) and Apple Music. Last month my free Apple Music subscription expired and all previously downloaded songs/playlists ‘disappeared’ as expected of course. Songs purchased remained on all devices. Last week I took advantage of Apple offer for 3mos subscription for USD10. I love how spotify (and tidal, which I don't have) integrates with my Cambridge Audio CXN music streamer. I can also save Spotify playlists on the CXN and play these directly without having to use a mobile device. Not FLAC / lossless quality but it's sweet that I am able to use my 2-channel stereo with Spotify. Unfortunately I can't do same with Apple Music (yet).
