Amazon has rolled out a new update over the weekend to its Cloud Player music storage service which now allows its player client to be used to stream music to iOS devices over the web. iOS users had previously been left out of the support loop when Amazon released their new cloud streaming music service, named the ‘Amazon Cloud Player’, which beat both Google and Apple to the music cloud.
Amazon Cloud Player: A New Era for iOS Users
Even though the service is now playable through the devices, it’s still a little awkward and not quite as fluid as someone would have liked. The web interface, while functional, lacks the seamless integration and user experience that native applications typically offer. There has also been no mention of any native application being developed by Amazon for iOS devices, and it would be interesting to see how Apple would react if one were ever to be created. Given Apple’s stringent App Store guidelines and its own competing service, Apple Music, the approval process for such an app could be complex and contentious.
Getting Started with Amazon Cloud Player
If you fancy giving Amazon’s new Cloud Music storage and player a go, new customers automatically start with 5GB of cloud storage. This initial offering is quite generous compared to some competitors, making it an attractive option for users who are new to cloud storage. If you require more space, 20 GB will be added to your account for free when you purchase an Amazon MP3 album. This promotional offer not only incentivizes the use of Amazon’s music store but also provides ample storage for a growing music library.
Also, any new Amazon MP3 purchases saved directly to Cloud Drive are stored for free and do not count against a customer’s storage quota. This feature is particularly beneficial for avid music buyers, as it allows them to expand their collection without worrying about running out of storage space. More information about the new service is available on their website.
The introduction of Amazon Cloud Player for iOS devices marks a significant step in the evolution of cloud-based music services. While the current web-based solution may not be perfect, it opens up new possibilities for iOS users who prefer Amazon’s ecosystem over Apple’s. As the competition in the cloud music space heats up, it will be interesting to see how Amazon continues to innovate and improve its service to meet the needs of its diverse user base.
Source: Macgasm
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