Search
  • Videos
  • Windows 10
  • 5G
  • Best VPNs
  • Cloud
  • Security
  • AI
  • more
    • TR Premium
    • Working from Home
    • Innovation
    • Best Web Hosting
    • ZDNet Recommends
    • Tonya Hall Show
    • Executive Guides
    • ZDNet Academy
    • See All Topics
    • White Papers
    • Downloads
    • Reviews
    • Galleries
    • Videos
    • TechRepublic Forums
  • Newsletters
  • All Writers
    • Preferences
    • Community
    • Newsletters
    • Log Out
  • Menu
    • Videos
    • Windows 10
    • 5G
    • Best VPNs
    • Cloud
    • Security
    • AI
    • TR Premium
    • Working from Home
    • Innovation
    • Best Web Hosting
    • ZDNet Recommends
    • Tonya Hall Show
    • Executive Guides
    • ZDNet Academy
    • See All Topics
    • White Papers
    • Downloads
    • Reviews
    • Galleries
    • Videos
    • TechRepublic Forums
      • Preferences
      • Community
      • Newsletters
      • Log Out
  • us
    • Asia
    • Australia
    • Europe
    • India
    • United Kingdom
    • United States
    • ZDNet around the globe:
    • ZDNet France
    • ZDNet Germany
    • ZDNet Korea
    • ZDNet Japan

Apple Music and Google Play Music on Android: in pictures

5 of 6 NEXT PREV
  • Apple Music vs Google Play Music

    Apple Music vs Google Play Music

    With this week's release of Apple Music on Android, you can now use Apple Music and Google Play Music on competing smartphone platforms. There are some compromises in each service when you are using the competing music service, but there are also some advantages.

    On my daily train commute to and from Seattle I see about half the people on the train with earbuds plugged into their smartphones. At the office, most of the designers have headphones on as they focus on drawing development. Our IT department also restricts usage of the network for streaming services so many people use their smartphones for streaming various services.

    A primary reason I prefer Apple Music, and am pleased to see it on Android, is the $14.99 family plan option. You cannot sign up for a family plan directly from Android, but you can login to a family plan account after setting it up on a Mac or iOS device. Google will eventually be launching a family plan, but as of now this is a major advantage for Apple.

    CNET posted eight things you need to know about Apple Music on Android.

    Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

    Caption by: Matthew Miller

  • Main menu in both apps

    Main menu in both apps

    There is no voice control of Apple Music on Android, there is no support for music videos (coming soon), you can't use Apple Music to play music you have stored on your phone, and you can't sync and then play music on your Android Wear smartwatch.

    Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

    Caption by: Matthew Miller

  • Library view

    Library view

    Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

    Caption by: Matthew Miller

  • Music playback options vary

    Music playback options vary

    Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

    Caption by: Matthew Miller

  • Manage your settings

    Manage your settings

    Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

    Caption by: Matthew Miller

  • Beats 1 and Songza integration are unique features

    Beats 1 and Songza integration are unique features

    Many people like the Beats 1 feature and that is present on Android as well. The rest of the application looks similar to what you see on iOS, which some hate and others tolerate.

    Google purchased Songza and rolled that feature into Play Music. That is personally one of my favorite features that stands out from Apple Music.

    Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

    Caption by: Matthew Miller

5 of 6 NEXT PREV
Matthew Miller

By Matthew Miller for Smartphones and Cell Phones | November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST) | Topic: Mobility

  • Apple Music vs Google Play Music
  • Main menu in both apps
  • Library view
  • Music playback options vary
  • Manage your settings
  • Beats 1 and Songza integration are unique features

Smartphones serve as the music hub for millions of people and if you commute, work, and play with music then you may be pleased that you have another choice on Android.

Read More Read Less

Manage your settings

Published: November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST)

Caption by: Matthew Miller

5 of 6 NEXT PREV

Related Topics:

Smartphones Mobile OS Security Hardware Reviews
Matthew Miller

By Matthew Miller for Smartphones and Cell Phones | November 12, 2015 -- 15:36 GMT (07:36 PST) | Topic: Mobility

Show Comments
LOG IN TO COMMENT
  • My Profile
  • Log Out
| Community Guidelines

Join Discussion

Add Your Comment
Add Your Comment

Related Galleries

  • 1 of 3
  • ESR HaloLock MagSafe stands for Apple iPhone 12 review: Affordable, functional accessories

    MagSafe is one of the best Apple technologies that combines wireless charging with the ability to easily and securely mount your Apple iPhone. The latest accessories from ESR and ...

  • When phone brands meet photo brands

    The combinations of companies known for imaging excellence and those known for covering every base in a smartphone can be a picture perfect match or ruined exposure. ...

  • Presidio Perfect-Clear and Shieldview Glass for iPhone 12 Pro Max: Clear protection for the front and back

    Apple's new iPhone 12 devices have some cool color options and the best way to enjoy the colors is with a clear case. Speck also offers a compelling glass screen protector so together ...

  • Diamond Dog screen protector for Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max: Affordable, clear, and easy to install

    While today's modern glass displays are designed to handle more abuse than in the past, they can still scratch or break so the first thing I do with a new phone is to install a screen protector. ...

  • Mous cases for the Samsung Galaxy S21: Drop protection and magnetic accessory features

    Mous has a couple of case options for the Samsung Galaxy S21 lineup. Both models offer AiroShock drop protection while the Limitless 3.0 case includes strategically placed magnets ...

  • Incipio and Survivor cases for Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra: Dual-layer and compostable options

    Wrapping your expensive phone in a case is a good way to provide extra protection. Dual-layers, enhanced grip, and even cases you can easily recycle are available from Incipio and ...

  • Gear4 and InvisibleShield for Galaxy S21 Ultra: Impact protection and anti-microbial treatment

    ZAGG has Gear4 case options and InvisibleShield screen protection for the new Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. Various levels of drop protection are provided in different case models. ...

ZDNet
Connect with us

© 2021 ZDNET, A RED VENTURES COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Privacy Policy | Cookie Settings | Advertise | Terms of Use

  • Topics
  • Galleries
  • Videos
  • Sponsored Narratives
  • Do Not Sell My Information
  • About ZDNet
  • Meet The Team
  • All Authors
  • RSS Feeds
  • Site Map
  • Reprint Policy
  • Manage | Log Out
  • Join | Log In
  • Membership
  • Newsletters
  • Site Assistance
  • ZDNet Academy
  • TechRepublic Forums