Originally announced in 2021, Spotify’s HiFi tier has been a feature in the works ever since, with the last report in June confirming that the company has rebranded the HiFi tier as “Supremium.” However, according to a recent report from Reddit user Hypixely, Spotify is finally gearing up to launch its long-awaited lossless subscription tier, which could be priced at $19.99 per month.
So, what will the new tier offer?
According to the report, the new Supremium tier will finally offer 24-bit Lossless music, a level of audio quality that Spotify claims is free from “lag and delays.” While this feature alone will be a boon for many audiophiles, the company is also introducing new mixing tools that will arrange playlists based on beats per minute, along with a new feature that can sort playlists based on “danceability.”
Additionally, keeping in line with the industry trend of utilizing AI, Spotify will introduce a new AI companion that understands users’ musical preferences and moods, helping them craft the perfect playlists for any occasion. Moreover, the new “soundcheck” feature will provide insights into listeners’ habits and preferences.
Furthermore, the new Supremium tier will extend beyond music, as Spotify may also introduce 30 hours of audiobook listening each month, positioning the company as a comprehensive platform for audio entertainment.
Competing with Apple Music
While the new Supremium tier appears to offer a plethora of features, the $19.99 per month price, as suggested by the app’s code, has sparked debate. This is because not only is this price significantly higher than the $11 per month individual plan, but it also exceeds the cost of competitors like Apple Music and Amazon Music, both of which offer lossless audio as part of their existing plans at no additional charge.
“At Spotify, we are constantly iterating and ideating to improve our product offering and offer value to users. But we don’t comment on speculation around possible new features and do not have anything new to share at this time,” said a Spotify spokesperson in a statement to The Verge.
2023-09-25 15:07:50