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Spotify's Car Thing player is no longer a thing
Spotify has stopped making its Car Thing player due to demand and supply problems.
Spotify's Car Thing can now take calls and control other apps
There's a handy new 'add to queue' feature too.
Spotify's Car Thing is now available in the US, no invite required
You no longer need an invite to purchase Spotify's Car Thing in the US.
Spotify's simplified Car View mode is being 'retired'
Spotify has confirmed it's retiring its simplified Car View mode.
Spotify opens its Car Thing waitlist to all US users
You'll need a Spotify Premium subscription to actually use the music and podcast player though.
Spotify now has 158 million Premium subscribers
It's slower growth after an explosive 2020, but one that Spotify was expecting.
‘Hey Spotify, play Up First:’ Two weeks with Car Thing
Spotify's Car Thing isn't available for purchase, but you might have a better music streaming option for your drive already.
Spotify's voice-controlled 'Car Thing' is available for some subscribers
Spotify admitted its voice-controlled in-car streaming player existed in 2019. Now you might have a chance to actually use it.
Spotify's first hardware is a voice-controlled device for your car
Spotify will begin testing its first hardware device today. Dubbed "Car Thing," it's a voice-controlled music and podcast assistant that reportedly plugs into a car's 12-volt outlet and connects to both the car and the user's phone via Bluetooth. The select group of Premium users who will test Car Thing will be able make requests by saying "Hey, Spotify." And the device will tap into the user's Spotify account for easy access to playlists.
