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Techcrunch 13 October 2026

Siri supports Spotify without specific app mention

Siri supports Spotify without specific app mention

Spotify users on iOS 27 can now request music, podcasts, and playlists via Siri without having to explicitly mention that they are using Spotify. This feature allows Siri to learn the user's preference, making content playback simpler and more efficient.

The change is a significant extension of the partnership between Apple and Spotify. By recognizing the user's preference, Siri reduces the steps needed to play music. This leads to a seamless user experience for Spotify-loving iOS users, who can now easily request their favorite music with a simple command.

With this development, Spotify can distinguish itself in a competitive market of music streaming services. The ease of use that this integration offers may help to boost app usage and keep users engaged with the service for longer. Initiatives like this are crucial for Spotify, which is continuously looking for ways to enhance its user experience and increase its market share.

It is not yet clear whether this new feature will also be available on other platforms or versions of iOS. It will be interesting to see how users respond to this adjustment and whether it will lead to greater adoption of Spotify as the preferred music service among Apple users.

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