Spotify has been making significant strides in harnessing artificial intelligence tools recently. Notably, they’ve introduced an AI DJ that not only autonomously selects songs but also introduces them. Additionally, they’ve rolled out AI-powered translation features, enabling users to listen to podcasts in different languages with lifelike voices.
The awaited Spotify HiFi tier, which was initially announced in early 2021, has been in development for quite some time. However, it has yet to materialize, sparking ongoing speculation. Leaked information now indicates that this upgrade will deliver 24-bit lossless audio quality, matching the high-quality offerings of competitors like Apple Music.
Several streaming platforms have introduced HiFi or lossless tiers recently, even though most people use Bluetooth headphones that can’t fully reproduce the highest quality audio. For instance, Amazon offers a £12.99 per month lossless plan, while Tidal provides its HiFi plan for £17.99.
The extent to which Spotify will increase artist revenue from the higher-priced lossless plan remains uncertain. The company has faced consistent criticism for the relatively low fees it pays to musicians for their streamed music.
This leaked code suggests that Spotify may adopt the “Supremium” branding for its premium tier, formerly known as “HiFi” and previously referred to as “Platinum” in a survey sent to subscribers last year.
