Apple Music has undergone a significant design transformation with the introduction of Liquid Glass aesthetics in iOS 26. This update not only enhances the visual appeal of the app but also adds an impressive new feature called AutoMix, which facilitates seamless song transitions.
AutoMix is engineered to create smooth transitions between songs by utilizing techniques like time stretching and beat matching. The feature aims to provide a listening experience akin to that of a DJ, ensuring that songs transition at just the right moment based on their musical key and tempo.
This new function replaces the previous Crossfade option and can be easily activated once users update to iOS 26. Currently available in the developer beta, testers have shared positive feedback about AutoMix.
There are numerous discussions on platforms like Reddit and social media where users are lauding it as one of the standout features of the latest update. It’s important to note that while Apple describes AutoMix as relying on “intelligence” for beat matching, it is not an Artificial Intelligence-driven feature and isn’t restricted to newer iPhone models.
However, it is exclusively available for Apple Music subscribers. In addition to AutoMix, the updated Apple Music includes other noteworthy features.
For instance, users can now access a Lyrics Translation feature for songs in different languages, as well as a Lyrics Pronunciation option for accurate singing. There’s also the ability to pin favorite playlists at the top of the Music app and access them easily via a new pinned music widget on the Home and Lock Screens.
iOS 26 is currently in the developer phase, with a public beta expected to be released in July and a full launch slated for this fall alongside the new iPhone models.
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