Comments on: Spotify Launches Free Personalized Radio for Android, As Long as You’re in the States

By: Ian M. Ward

Ian M. Ward — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:35:00 +0000

The lack of organization kills me.

By: Adam Truelove

Adam Truelove — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:10:00 +0000

Hmm, if the screenshots in the play store are of any indication, the interface is just as awful as it’s always been.

By: Adam Truelove

Adam Truelove — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:06:00 +0000

15 years ago developing software was a bit of a pain on Windows too having to deal with all the drivers and hardware configuration. Now on Windows 7, it all just works. The OS can alleviate MANY issues with different hardware so software devs don’t even have to think about it.

By: michael arazan

michael arazan — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 08:49:00 +0000

I use tune-in radio pro, i can record songs i hear for free, rewind what you just listened to to hear again, and you can listen to almost any radio station around the world. Not to mention podcast, comedy channels, alarm clocks, sleep timers, fav channels, etc.

By: Michael_NM

Michael_NM — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 05:45:00 +0000

Not better. It’s just different than the other “personalized” radio stations. I can’t really explain, but I recommend it often since it’s free and can’t hurt to try.

By: Diablo81588

Diablo81588 — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 03:39:00 +0000

The only subscription I have is the free version. I used to have One, but didn’t renew it since they removed the streaming limit on the free accounts.
I havn’t had issues with the Pandora app in a long time. Maybe when I initially got my X two years ago, but not anymore. I never claimed it was a network issue, only that it must be your phone causing problems due to the fact that I have none whatsoever. It could be a bug related to your phone in particular. That being said, you claiming that you stream video content with no issues doesn’t prove anything. My point was that if I’m having no issues with the app, which I’m assuming is the same build you’re using, then how can it be with the Pandora service? So, once again, blame your phone.

By: UnknownMember

UnknownMember — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 03:23:00 +0000

Sitting? Standing?

I agree though, I use (would use) it in landscape on my bed stand. Rather I lay down and tip my head sideways to use it. I wish they had landscape too.

By: UnknownMember

UnknownMember — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 03:21:00 +0000

Do you have the subscription? It only happens if I skip a song. Im pretty sure if I can stream DISH network video to my phone over 3g while driving my phone can handle Pandora measly stream.

Oh and what NEVER buffers is ads, even video ads. Miraculously those pop up instantly. Must be my phone…

By: Justtyn Hutcheson

Justtyn Hutcheson — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 01:08:00 +0000

My wife and I have been using Spotify for the last few months, and I must say, so far we have been impressed. There are some notable bands missing (I’m looking at you, Eagles), but for the most part I’m satisfied. Tried rdio and slacker premium for a bit, might see if their catalogs are any better in the next couple of months.

By: Diablo81588

Diablo81588 — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:30:00 +0000

Nothing compares to Pandora from a music selection standpoint. It might not be the most user friendly, but it works great for me and I rarely have to use the skip button.

By: BeavertonSteve

BeavertonSteve — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:29:00 +0000

I’ve paid for Spotify for about 6 months. I tried both pandora and Slacker before that. For the music I listen to they both just didn’t cut it. I certainly get my money’s worth from Spotify, but I’m wondering if it’s worth it considering what they are giving away for free going forward. (about to end my Sirius XM subscrition too)

By: ckeegan

ckeegan — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:24:00 +0000

Yes, Spotify is way better after the update, but they are still stupid. Prime example, no landscape support after the update, when it was supported before. Where in the world do they think most people are listening?!?!?

By: Diablo81588

Diablo81588 — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:21:00 +0000

Wrong. Rhapsody beta was crap, but the official version is flawless. The best music subscription service by far. The only reason spotify has more users is because they offer free streaming to pc users.

By: Diablo81588

Diablo81588 — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:18:00 +0000

Android will never get apps first, there’s just too many devices to test.

By: Diablo81588

Diablo81588 — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:15:00 +0000

High quality is 128kbps I believe, at least without a one subscription.