Apple singlehandedly turned the digital music marketplace on its head when it launched the iTunes Store in Since then, the iTunes Store has evolved into Apple Music , a music streaming service to compete with the likes of Spotify, Tidal, and other services. Our guide to everything Apple Music can help set the record straight. What the heck is this thing?
Start a trial, then choose a subscription type
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In comparison to music streaming sites like Spotify or Pandora, Apple Music can feel a bit mysterious. Anyone who signs up will have to pay a monthly fee to use the service. Considering that Apple Music offers live radio shows and interesting exclusives, this fee may be well worth it to the right buyers. Before we dive into the different pricing tiers Apple Music has to offer, we should note that all the subscriptions offer access to the same catalog of ad-free content, offline listening, Beats 1 live and on-demand radio shows, and exclusive releases. Just like Spotify , Apple offers all students with a valid student email address from a supported educational institution half-off an Apple Music membership.
To subscribe, open the Apple Music app or iTunes
Bradley Chambers. Apple Music and Spotify are the dominant players in the streaming music industry. Spotify just announced they have 75 million paid subscribers with million total active users. Apple recently hit 40 million subscribers. In fact, the streaming music industry has revitalized the music business. In reality, Apple Music and Spotify are both excellent services.
With an Apple Music family subscription, up to six people can enjoy unlimited access to Apple Music on their devices. And each family member gets their own personal music library, and music recommendations based on what they love to listen to. Already subscribe to Apple Music? Tap or click the trial offer, one trial per person or family , choose Family, then tap or click Start Trial. If you're not sure if you have an Apple ID, we can help you find out. If you're asked for a verification code, you have two-factor authentication set up for your Apple ID. If asked, confirm your billing information and add a valid payment method. Then tap or click Join.
