Spotify Launches 'Running Mode' for Pace-Matching Music Playlists
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- Spotify has launched a new 'Running Mode' in select regions, including the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
- The feature automatically curates music playlists based on users' running pace and workout stages.
- Users can access the feature through the Fitness Hub within the app, choosing from 25 pre-set options.
Spotify is rolling out a new 'Running Mode' in several countries, aiming to enhance the workout experience for its users. This feature is designed to automatically generate music playlists that match a runner's pace and different stages of their workout, eliminating the need for users to manually create or search for suitable music.
The new mode is currently available in regions such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden. It caters to the growing demand for music that complements physical activity, particularly running.
Within the Spotify app, users can access the Running Mode through an integrated Fitness Hub. This hub offers 25 pre-set workout options. The feature intelligently selects songs based on the user's chosen workout type, adjusting the beats per minute (BPM) and genre to optimize the listening experience during exercise.
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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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