Articles tagged with "Spotify"
Spotify and Liquid Death release a limited-edition speaker shaped like… an urn?
Spotify and Liquid Death have collaborated to create the Eternal Playlist Urn, a limited-edition wireless Bluetooth speaker designed to look like a cremation urn. This collector’s item, priced at $495, is not intended to hold ashes but serves as a unique music device with a speaker built into its lid. Only 150 units are available in the U.S. Spotify markets the urn as “the world’s first ever music-streaming urn,” humorously suggesting it allows the deceased to keep enjoying music eternally. Buyers can personalize the experience by answering questions on Spotify to generate a custom playlist that syncs directly to the urn’s speaker and can be shared with others. This product exemplifies Liquid Death’s penchant for extreme and irreverent marketing, following previous stunts like selling a branded cooler for over $68,000. While some may find the urn’s concept morbid or tasteless, it appeals to fans of dark humor and unconventional promotions. The Eternal Playlist Urn highlights how brands are pushing
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The article discusses Waymo’s recent improvement to its in-car music experience, addressing a long-standing shortcoming in its autonomous robotaxi service. Previously, Waymo passengers were limited to a few preset music stations or had to rely on a cumbersome workaround involving the Google Assistant app to stream music from Spotify, which was unreliable and inconvenient. This was surprising given the advanced technology in Waymo vehicles, which include numerous sensors and AI systems for navigation. The new update now allows users to seamlessly connect their Spotify accounts directly through the Waymo app, enabling passengers to play their own playlists, podcasts, and personalized mixes effortlessly during rides. The integration works by linking Spotify within the Waymo app’s “Music” section, where users authorize the connection and gain access to their listening content on the robotaxi’s touchscreen. The system can automatically resume playback from where the user left off, enhancing the personalized experience and making the backseat feel more like a private space. While the current integration focuses on Spotify, Waymo has
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