Spotify Black Friday Deal
Whether you are looking for music streaming services or just need some new headphones, there are some great deals on the market this Black Friday and Thanksgiving. But which ones should you look out for?
Group Session
Until recently, Spotify’s group session feature has been a rarity, but in recent years, the music streaming service has begun to roll out the feature to more users. The group session is a fun way to share and control music from different devices.
The Group Session feature is only available to Premium subscribers, but it’s a good idea to sign up for a Premium subscription if you’re interested in using this feature. It’s free for three months for new users, and $10 a month if you’re a student. The group session also enables you to listen to songs on more than one device at the same time.
In order to use the Group Session feature, you’ll need to download the Spotify app on your phone. Once downloaded, go to the player interface page and you’ll see a number of options. You can adjust volume, start or stop the music, and even skip tracks. The newest version of the app includes a new START SESSION button, which you can use to start a session or invite friends.
The Group Session feature oh-so-cleverly allows you to control what tracks are played. You can also add and remove tracks, or control what’s playing on what device.
The Group Session feature is still in beta, but it’s sure to be a hit with music lovers. Depending on your internet connection, you might be lucky to get the lag-free streaming you’re looking for.
Refinery29’s curated playlists
Despite being named the world’s largest music streaming service by users, a number of artists have been irked by their comparatively small share of the pie. A number of artists have also complained about Spotify’s compensation policies. Nonetheless, the platform boasts a free ad-free experience and provides unlimited access to music, audiobooks, podcasts, and videos. Spotify offers a variety of subscription options, and does not require a credit card. However, a number of artists have had their fair share of financial pain in the recent past. Nonetheless, the platform is still a viable option for aspiring musicians looking to break into the mainstream.
Amongst the hundreds of ad-free streaming services, Spotify has arguably the most comprehensive library of music. In fact, the company is so confident in its music library that it recently debuted a new music subscription model that provides subscribers with ad-free access to a large portion of the company’s catalog. For a nominal fee, subscribers can access more than 10 million songs, and hundreds of playlists, including curated ones. Moreover, subscribers can also purchase albums from the Spotify store, which offers both physical and digital versions of albums. In addition, Spotify provides free promotional and ad-free streaming of its popular music library to users in select countries, including the United States and Australia. Lastly, users can opt in to an unlimited number of podcasts on demand, thanks to a recently launched podcast library.
Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 Headphones
Designed for music lovers, Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 headphones offer high-resolution audio. They feature 40mm drivers for a smoother bass response. They also feature a dual microphone for active noise-cancellation (ANC). They are available in Black and Pink colors.
They have a comfortable fit and come with a foldable carrying case. A faux suede carry pouch is included to store extra accessories. They have an IPX7 water-resistant build and are compatible with Bluetooth and Qi wireless charging. They also feature a one-year warranty.
Anker’s headphones also feature an ANC mode that can last for up to 26 hours. In addition, they come with three different noise cancellation modes. The ANC mode filters out ambient noise up to 95%.
The headphones are also designed to reduce wind and airplane engine noise. They have dual noise-detecting microphones to minimize chatter from noisy colleagues and traffic noise. The headphones also have a custom equalizer and a transparency mode. They can be adjusted for bass or treble.
The Life Q30 headphones are an impressive budget option. They feature a lightweight frame, memory foam earcups and 22 equalizer settings. They have a long-lasting battery life, 40 hours of playback time with ANC enabled and a travel case.
The Soundcore Life Q35 headphones are a step up from the Q30, offering LDAC technology and on-ear detection. The headphones also feature 40mm silk diaphragm drivers. They come with a transparency mode, but it does a poor job of enhancing audio quality.
Tidal HiFi Plus
Streaming service Tidal recently announced a new hi-fi subscription tier. It is now possible to pay less than $10 a month to enjoy unlimited streaming of music in high-res audio.
The service also plans to begin paying artists based on actual streaming activity, rather than aggregating streams. The company says that in 2022, listeners will play a greater role in the success of their favorite artists.
Tidal is currently available in 61 countries. The service provides a variety of music, from modern pop and hip hop to jazz and classical music. It also offers videos, full-length movies and playlists.
Users can browse music by genre or mood. They can also create playlists from music on Tidal, or import playlists from other music services. Tidal is compatible with desktops, smartphones, and Windows. It has apps for both Android and iOS. The service also has a special version for laptops.
As with other streaming services, Tidal offers a free tier for users. The free tier allows users to stream music in a 160 kbps bitrate, and offers limited ad interruptions. However, the free tier excludes offline listening.
Tidal also offers Direct Artist Payouts, which pay artists directly based on their monthly subscriptions. These payments take 10% of subscribers’ membership fees. The service says that it will begin paying artists based on actual streaming activity in January. These payments will go to the artist who is the most streamed on Tidal, and won’t be aggregated.
Amazon Music
Streaming music has never been easier. Thanks to services like Spotify and Apple Music, music fans can now enjoy their favorites without a huge outlay. Amazon is getting in on the action by offering its own streaming service for an attractive price. It’s even included with select Best Buy purchases.
The Amazon Music app is available on desktop, mobile, and even smart home devices. It offers HD quality streams of some of your favorite songs, plus the latest tracks from superstars. You can even listen to podcasts.
Amazon is known for offering deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. They offer discounts on a number of popular brands, as well as smart devices. There are also special discounts on select Prime memberships. This includes the Amazon Music subscription, which gives you access to thousands of free stations and playlists.
The company has also slashed the prices on smart speakers such as the Amazon Echo and Ring doorbell. For example, you can get a Bluetooth speaker with an Alexa built in for only $50. You can also get an Echo Dot for just $0.99. These are all part of the Amazon Music black Friday deal.
Amazon is offering a free three month trial of their Music Unlimited service, as well as a free one-month trial of Disney+. The three months of service are good for both new and existing subscribers. You don’t have to be an Echo owner to enjoy this deal, but you will need to agree to the Alexa terms of service to take advantage of the deal.
Pandora
During the week of Black Friday, Pandora is offering 20% off a variety of products. The site also continues to offer site-wide discounts of up to 30%. The company is also taking part in the Cyber Monday event.
Pandora’s main product offerings include a mobile app and desktop software. The company also offers discounted subscriptions for students and military personnel.
It’s not uncommon to see a queue outside of the Pandora store on Black Friday. The company has also launched its own Black Friday homepage. There are a variety of Pandora deals, including gift sets and jewellery. It also offers a free trial period for paid plans.
Pandora offers a variety of other features, including a personalized recommendations system and a mobile application. They are also notable for their social features, which include sharing songs via Facebook and Twitter.
The company is also one of the first to offer a streaming radio feature. This allows users to create custom stations based on their musical tastes. The interface is pretty cool and it’s easy to sort radio stations by date or category.
However, Spotify’s 60-million track library is better than Pandora’s 1 to 2 million track library. Spotify is also the dominant market player for podcasts. The company is also known for its interactive features, which include a user-friendly interface.
Although the company may have been around longer, it’s still playing catch up. In addition, there aren’t many unique features.
