Microsoft will 'retire' Groove Music Android and iOS apps December 1st
You won't be able to use the apps at all after that.
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Microsoft’s Cortana isn’t able to identify songs anymore
The feature was tied to the Groove Music service, which ended in 2017.
Microsoft gives up on Groove Music, switches customers to Spotify
It's acknowledging that digital music is a two-horse race.
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Spotify may finally make the leap to Xbox One this fall (updated)
Microsoft's 'Major Nelson' was spotted using the app on Xbox Live.
Listen to Groove Music while you play 'Forza' on Xbox One
The streaming service is a new source for the console's Background Music feature.
Microsoft Groove builds smart music playlists around your tastes
Your Groove is a direct answer to Spotify's Discover Weekly.
Windows 10 beta testers can make Cortana a DJ or an egg timer
The newest build also has tweaks for Windows Ink and a new File Explorer icon.
Xbox One won't get background music until summer at the earliest
Phil Spencer admitted as much in answer to a question on Twitter.
