YouTube Music: News
Google Play Store isn't showing updates for certain system apps
A recent change in the Google Play Store has left many users confused.
Ye finally drops 2022 album 'Donda 2' on streaming platforms
Popular rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, has surprised fans by dropping his long-awaited album Donda 2 on some streaming platforms.
YouTube Music users can now share song lyrics on Instagram
YouTube Music is testing a new capability to share song lyrics directly on social media platforms like Instagram.
New YouTube Music features you need to try right now
YouTube Music has added some noteworthy improvements to its service, including "double-tap," "Consistent volume," "Ask Music for iOS," and "Top songs" carousel.
YouTube Music introduces 'Top songs' carousel to artist pages
YouTube Music has added a new 'Top songs' carousel on its artist pages, as the first major change for the platform in 2025.
How to add an end screen to your YouTube video
YouTube's end screen feature lets creators add interactive elements in the last five to 20 seconds of their videos.
YouTube TV for Android introduces a new resizable miniplayer
YouTube TV has rolled out a new feature for its Android users - a resizable miniplayer. The update comes just days after the main YouTube app received the same improvement.
Your 2024 YouTube Music Recap could drop any moment now
YouTube Music, one of the most popular music streaming platforms, is expected to drop its annual recap a little earlier than usual this year.
YouTube for Android gets visual changes: Check what's new
As part of its continuous improvements, YouTube has introduced a bunch of new features and design updates.
US: YouTube removes Adele, Ye's songs over licensing dispute
YouTube has pulled a bunch of popular songs from its platform and YouTube Music in the US, because of a feud with the Society of European Stage Authors and Composers (SESAC).
YouTube Music web now recognizes what you're playing on mobile
YouTube Music has introduced a new feature on its web application, allowing users to synchronize their music queue from their mobile devices.
Facing YouTube Music app crashes? Here's how to fix it
YouTube Music, a popular music streaming service, is not immune to occasional crashes on Android devices.
Apple Music now lets you transfer playlists to YouTube Music
Apple Music has introduced a new feature that enables users to transfer their playlists to YouTube Music, as reported by MacRumors.
Now you will have to pay more for YouTube Premium
YouTube has announced a significant hike in the subscription pricing for its Premium membership in India, across all tiers.
TikTok challenges YouTube Music, Shazam with new Sound Search feature
TikTok is stepping up its game in the music discovery arena with a new feature called "Sound Search."
Can't remember song name? Hum it on YouTube Music
YouTube Music is widely rolling out "Sound Search" feature for both Android and iOS users.
Struggling to Shazam that song? Hum it on YouTube instead
YouTube Music has globally launched an artificial intelligence (AI) powered feature, known as 'sound search' or 'Hum to Search.'
The future of radio? YouTube Music experiments with AI-curated stations
YouTube Music is currently testing an artificial intelligence-based feature that creates custom radio stations based on user prompts.
YouTube unveils dedicated 'Your Podcasts' page for convenience of users
YouTube is enhancing its user experience by launching a dedicated "Your podcasts" page.
YouTube Music on iOS adds swipe gesture for next/previous song
YouTube Music has updated its 'Now Playing' page on iOS, introducing a swipe gesture for song navigation.
YouTube Music for web now remembers your last-played song, queue
YouTube Music has launched a new feature for the web, enhancing its user experience by aligning its functionality with the Android and iOS versions.
YouTube Music launches 'hum-to-search' feature for Android: How it works
YouTube Music has introduced a new feature that enables Android users to search for songs by humming, singing the tune, or playing the melody on an instrument.
Google Gemini now lets you control YouTube Music using commands
Google has announced a wider rollout of YouTube Music's Gemini extension, as revealed at I/O 2024.
YouTube Music on iOS gets gradient redesign for 'Now Playing'
YouTube Music has introduced a gradient background redesign of its 'Now Playing' feature for iPhone users.
Easy steps to backup your Android phone to the cloud
Backing up your Android phone's data to the cloud is a crucial step in securing your valuable information.
What made Google Podcasts better than YouTube Music
Google officially discontinued its dedicated podcast platform, Google Podcasts, on April 2, with all its features being integrated into YouTube Music.
YouTube Music simplifies song sharing for Android users
YouTube Music on Android has introduced a new look for its custom share sheet, distinguishing it further from Google's first-party applications.
Google Podcasts to stop working from April 2: Know solution
Google has officially announced that it will discontinue the Google Podcasts app on April 2, 2024, in the US.
YouTube Music website enables downloading for offline listening
YouTube Music's website now offers offline downloads for songs and podcasts.
YouTube Music's song search feature leverages AI to generate results
YouTube Music is rolling out a new song search feature, similar to the one previously offered by Google Play Music, where opening the search bar would list an "Identify what's playing" button.
Unionized YouTube Music employees axed during ongoing city council meeting
In a surprising turn of events, Google laid off unionized YouTube Music workers in Austin, Texas, during a city council meeting last week.
YouTube Music rolls out TikTok-style 'Samples' feature: How it works
YouTube Music introduced its Samples feature last year, and now it is showing up on the home screen.
YouTube Music adds song play counts, AI playlist art creator
YouTube Music is stepping up its game by introducing play counts for each song and broadening the accessibility of its AI-generated playlist art creator.
Spotify Wrapped 2023 offers 'Sound Town' facility: How it works
Spotify has unveiled its Wrapped 2023, giving users a rundown of their top artists, podcasts, and songs for the year.
YouTube Music now lets users add podcasts via RSS feeds
As Google's Podcasts app shuts down next year, YouTube Music is stepping up its game by introducing the option to add podcasts through RSS feeds.
YouTube Music now supported on Apple HomePod: How to activate
Google has announced its support for YouTube Music on Apple's HomePod, as initially hinted during the WWDC event in June.
YouTube Music is simplifying its overflow menu: Here's how
YouTube Music is taking steps to declutter its three-dot overflow menu, making it more user-friendly.
YouTube Music introduces auto-downloads for podcasts: How it works
As Google Podcasts gears up to close down next year, YouTube Music has rolled out a nifty feature that allows users to auto-download podcasts for offline listening, per 9to5Google.
Google Podcasts to be shuttered in 2024: Here's what's next
Google has announced it will discontinue its Google Podcasts app in 2024. The company will instead start offering podcasts within YouTube Music.
YouTube Music app makes song details more accessible
YouTube Music has added a new Song details section, accessible within the Related feed. The feature comes after the recent redesign of the 'Now Playing' section.
YouTube Music introduces enhanced mini-player with swipe controls for iPhone
YouTube Music has rolled out a new permanent mini player for iPhone and iPad users, and has integrated AirPlay instead of "next song."
YouTube Music's new 'Cry' mood filter offers you sad songs
YouTube Music has introduced five new mood filters to its platform, including the intriguing "Cry" filter, which offers a playlist of sad songs.
YouTube Music now supports podcasts, signaling end of Google Podcasts
Google has integrated a new podcasts feature into its YouTube Music app.
YouTube Music now offers real-time lyrics for songs
YouTube Music is now offering automatic tracking for lyrics when playing a song.
Which music streaming service is right for you
Music streaming services offer a world of convenience, allowing individuals to listen to their favorite artists with just a few clicks.
Sidhu Moose Wala: 5 songs that defined the artist
Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, popularly known as Sidhu Moose Wala, basked in immense popularity among the youth, particularly in Punjab.
'Tu Mera Hogaya Hai' review: Ahan Shetty-Tara Sutaria's 'tadpaane-wala' song
After releasing Tumse Bhi Zyada and Tere Siva, makers of Tadap have dropped yet another romantic track starring Ahan Shetty and Tara Sutaria today.
'Humdard Hai' song review: Ankit Tiwari's voice is idyllic
Zee Music Company has dropped a romantic music video starring Vandan Raj Tak and Vaishnavi Rao on YouTube.
'Rehne Lage Tum Dil Mein' review: All about love, intimacy
After releasing some hits like Rula Ke Gaya Ishq and Mera Mehboob, Stebin Ben is back to mesmerize fans with another fresh romantic song titled Rehne Lage Tum Dil Mein.
'Majnu' song review: Peppy, foot-tapping number, visuals seem overdone occasionally
Majnu, the latest track voiced by twin sisters, Sukriti Kakar and Prakriti Kakar, and Mellow D has dropped on YouTube and audiences are liking it.
'Barsaat': Armaan Malik's latest single is soothing to your ears
Armaan Malik's latest single Barsaat unites him with his brother Amaal Mallik and father Daboo Malik.
YouTube Music spotted testing new 'Library' tab in Search results
The YouTube Music app for Android doesn't yet let you use the Search bar to find and play songs from your library, and in the age of the internet, being able to search your library for the correct song is a must-have feature.
Google finally brings YouTube Music app to Wear OS
In September 2020, Google said it would phase out the Play Music app and YouTube Music would replace it. However, users of the Wear smartwatch operating system lost access to Play Music even before that.
Soon, Spotify could start offering music videos
From offers on yearly subscriptions to the ability to host group sessions, Spotify has been trying a number of features to boost its user base lately.
Music streaming wars: Spotify leads despite big growth by rivals
Last year, the music streaming business grew by a stunning 32% year-on-year with total subscriptions reaching 358 million, according to market research firm Counterpoint Research.
YouTube likely to launch TikTok competitor 'Shorts'
YouTube, the biggest video sharing platform in the world, is looking to take on the popular new kid on the block - TikTok.
#BugAlert: Spotify playing Google Clock alarm even after dismissing
If you use Spotify to play your favorite tracks as a Google Clock alarm, chances are you might have encountered a weird issue lately: The re-playing of the alarms.
Nest Mini: What's new in Google's latest smart speaker?
Merely a month after its international launch, Google's latest smart speaker for homes, the Nest Mini, has debuted in the Indian market.
Taking on Spotify, YouTube Music to offer new personalized playlists
Google is gradually working to make YouTube Music the go-to music service for Android users. The tech giant is upgrading the YouTube Music app by introducing new personalized playlists as it aims to take on popular rivals like Spotify and Pandora.
Google Nest Hub launched in India for Rs. 10,000
Expanding its portfolio of smart devices in India, Google has launched its Nest Hub in the country for Rs. 9,999.
YouTube Music's new feature will save your mobile data
YouTube Music, the Spotify competitor from streaming giant YouTube, is getting a nifty feature.
YouTube launches cheaper Student Plans for YouTube Premium: Details here
In a bid to expand its services in India, YouTube has launched Student Plans for YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium services.
Now, Airtel ventures into video with free 'Wynk Tube' service
In a bid to match the likes of leading streaming platforms, specifically YouTube Music and Gaana, Bharti Airtel has ventured into video content.
#SpotifyEffect: Apple Music subscription price reduced, now matches JioSaavn
In a major strategic move, Apple has reduced the price of its 'premium' music offering, Apple Music, in India.
JioSaavn, Gaana reduce subscription prices as Spotify, YouTube-Music enter India
With the arrival of Spotify and YouTube Music in India, homegrown music streaming services JioSaavn and Gaana have slashed their annual subscription prices by up to 75% - a move seen to attract the country's younger audience.
Now, get JioSaavn Pro for a year at Rs. 299
India's leading music streaming platform JioSaavn is offering its annual 'Pro' subscription plan at a massive 75% discount.
How YouTube Premium, YouTube Music compare with competitors in India
Google has launched its popular YouTube Music, YouTube Music Premium, and YouTube Premium services in India.
YouTube to launch new music streaming service on May 22
YouTube has announced that it will launch a new music streaming service called YouTube Music on May 22.
What is Google planning for 2018? Here are top predictions!
The year 2017 has been pretty lukewarm for Google. It launched several new products/services this year, including Pixel 2 smartphones, Pixelbook, smart speakers, etc. But, most of them lacked innovation.