Spotify has made changes to its TV app, revamping the home screen and adding several new handy features. Here’s what you should know about using the new Spotify for TV app to ensure you get the most out of it.
Spotify Launches a Revamped TV App
Spotify has launched a new version of its TV app with a new look and new features. According toSpotify, the new app includes a redesigned home screen that gives priority to your current favorite content on the platform mixed with algorithmic recommendations.
Other UI elements have also been tweaked slightly to make better use of the large screen size available on TV.
At its core, the Spotify for TV app also reflects the interface found on the mobile and desktop apps. With this, unless you need tocontrol Spotify playback remotely, you can exclusively use the TV app to play music without a fuss.
Key Changes in the New Spotify for TV App
Aside from the home screen revamp, Spotify’s new TV app has three new features. The app introduces account switching, dark mode, and an up-next listening queue.
1. Redesigned Home Screen
A key change in Spotify’s new TV app is a revamped interface on the home screen. It now looks similar to Spotify on the mobile and desktop apps, with favorite content on top and shortcuts to your personalized recommendations. Scroll down, and you’ll find similar strips that are found in the mobile and desktop apps.
The new home screen makes it easy to find your favorite playlists, mixes, and podcasts by providing quick links to them at the top of the app. This is a welcome change to Spotify’s TV app, which has been a little harder to navigate and discover content relative to its desktop and mobile counterparts.
Now, when you open the app, it’s easier to pick up where you left off or find something else to play by selecting one of the quick links in the app.
2. Account Switching
Although not identical to the concept of profiles on Netflix, Spotify wants those sharing a single household to enjoy their music on TV without the hassle of signing in and signing out of different accounts.
The account switching feature is handy if you share a TV, ensuring everyone uses their account to play music. It removes the chances of someone polluting yourSpotify Taste Profilewith certain songs or music genres you don’t like.
First, the feature allows you to add multiple accounts to the TV app. Then, when you open the app, you are provided with an account selection screen to choose your desired profile. Alternatively, you can switch to another account in the app by selecting the account profile in the top-right corner of the screen and then picking a different one.
you’re able to add a new account via the same profile selection screen by selectingAdd account. If you don’t want your account to be accessible on the TV app while away, select your profile, then click theRemovebutton to sign out.
3. Up-Next Listening Queue
In the TV app, Spotify now includes a list of songs in your up-next queue. The queue makes it easy for you to take control of the session without using a different device.
This wasn’t possible previously, as you only had access to one song that the app would play next. To access your queue, select theQueuebutton (three horizontal lines in the bottom right of the Now Playing view).
4. Dark Mode
The Now Playing view on TV includes a new toggle next toSpotify’s real-time lyrics featurethat makes the app dark. When enabled, Spotify tones down the visuals, replacing the album art with a black background. You can activate or deactivate dark mode by selecting the moon icon adjacent to theLyricsbutton.
How to Access the New Spotify for TV App
To enjoy the new Spotify for TV app, you need to install it on your device first. Thankfully, the app’s latest version is available globally on supported smart TVs, gaming consoles, and media-streaming devices.
Master Spotify’s Revamped TV App
Spotify’s revamped app makes it consistent with desktop and mobile apps, prioritizing your favorite content and personalized recommendations. It also adds new features to the app, like account switching, dark mode, and an up-next listening queue. Download the new version and give the new features a try.
