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YouTube Music now supports seamless playback continuation across multiple devices.
The feature allows users to resume songs, playlists, or albums at the exact point where they left off.
This update improves user convenience by syncing listening history across platforms.
YouTube Music continues to enhance the user experience with practical, user-friendly features. One notable addition is the ability to resume music playback across multiple devices seamlessly. This means users can start listening on one device and continue on another without any interruption.
This cross-device functionality is beneficial for multitasking, offering greater flexibility in how and where users enjoy their music. Here's a closer look at how this feature works and why it’s a valuable upgrade for music streaming enthusiasts.
Cross-device playback allows your music app to remember precisely where you left off in a song. That way, you can pick up where you left off on a totally different gadget.
For example, if you're listening on your phone and open the app on a tablet or smart speaker, the song can pick up from the same point. YouTube Music syncs your account to remember precisely where you left off.
This is similar to what other media apps offer, like YouTube's video playback and Spotify’s device control. By adding this function, Google brings its audio and video platforms closer to a unified user experience.
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Users can enjoy smooth YouTube Music playback with features like gapless streaming and background playback. Cross-device playback is not yet available on all devices. Right now, you can use this feature on:
Android phones and tablets
iPhones and iPads
Smart TVs with YouTube Music
Web browsers with YouTube Music accounts signed in
Smart speakers and displays that use Google Assistant
As long as your devices use the same YouTube account, you can switch between them without needing to restart the music. Keep in mind that this works best if YouTube Music is active or has been used recently.
The ability to resume music between devices makes it easier to switch from your phone to your laptop without missing a beat. With YouTube Music cross-device streaming, listeners enjoy uninterrupted playback no matter where they are.
Picking up your music on another device is a breeze. When you start the app on a different device after pausing elsewhere, a small pop-up appears at the bottom. It’ll ask if you want to resume playing and show the song and artist.
Just tap it, and you're right back where you stopped. If you don't see the message, peek in your recent playback or history to get your tunes going again.
This update has multiple benefits:
Flexibility: Listen on your phone during your commute, then switch to your smart speaker once you're home.
Saves Time: You don't have to search for the song you were jamming to or remember where you stopped listening.
Smoother Integration: It seamlessly integrates with smart home setups and simplifies media use across devices.
The best part is that you don't need to set anything up to use this feature. The feature only works if you’re logged into the same Google account on all your devices. No setup needed! Once the app’s updated, this is how music streaming usually goes.
Keeping the latest YouTube Music app up to date ensures smooth operation. Also, keep the app running in the background; some phones might shut the app down otherwise when paused.
This feature does have some limits:
Offline downloads may not play if the other device doesn't have the file. Plus, if you switch devices after a while, your playback might stop.
Devices that are not signed in to the same account or use old app versions might not support the feature.
Keep your apps updated and use devices with stable internet to avoid these issues.
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Being able to keep your YouTube Music going as you switch devices is a nice bonus. It simplifies things, saves you time, and works with numerous devices, making it a helpful change.
Since we're all listening on the go these days, this feature, which is similar to the one that Spotify has, is what people expect from a streaming service.
1. What is cross-device playback on YouTube Music?
Cross-device playback allows music to resume on another device from the exact point it was paused.
2. Which devices support resuming YouTube Music between devices?
Android phones, iPhones, tablets, smart TVs, web browsers, and smart speakers support this feature.
3. Does cross-device playback require manual setup?
No, it works automatically when the same Google account is used on all devices.
4. Can downloaded songs resume across devices?
No, playback sync works only for streamed content, not offline downloads.
5. Why might playback not resume on another device?
The feature may not work if the app is outdated, the device is not signed in, or too much time has passed.
