Spotify Launches Physical Book Purchases Alongside Audiobook Features
You can now buy physical printed books on Spotify
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Spotify has launched a feature allowing users to purchase physical printed books through its platform, in partnership with Bookshop.org. Initially available on Android in the US and UK, this feature complements the existing Page Match tool that syncs reading progress across formats. The expansion includes support for over 30 languages and enhanced audiobook features.
- 01Spotify now allows purchasing physical books via its app in the US and UK.
- 02The Page Match feature syncs reading progress across audiobooks, e-books, and printed books.
- 03Audiobook usage has increased significantly among users of the Page Match feature.
- 04New audiobook features include Recaps and Charts, enhancing user engagement.
- 05Support for purchasing books will soon be available on iOS.
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Spotify has introduced a new feature that allows users to buy physical printed books through its platform, in collaboration with Bookshop.org. This feature is currently available on the Android app in the US and UK, with iOS support expected next week. The Page Match feature, which synchronizes reading progress across audiobooks, e-books, and printed books, has shown promising results, with users streaming 55% more audiobook hours weekly compared to others. Additionally, 62% of the titles matched through Page Match were previously unexplored by users. Spotify's audiobook offerings now include 700,000 titles across 22 countries. New features such as Audiobook Recaps, which provide tailored audio summaries, and Audiobook Charts, which rank titles based on listening behavior, have also been launched, enhancing the user experience.
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This feature allows users to conveniently purchase physical books alongside their audiobook experience, potentially increasing engagement with both formats.
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