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Microsoft confirms Groove Music apps for Android and iOS will be retired

By Cosmin Vasile

Published: Jun 01, 2018, 8:31 AM

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Microsoft confirms Groove Music apps for Android and iOS will be retired

Microsoft announced last year that it will discontinue its Groove Music streaming service and that all customers who own a Music Pass will be transitioned to Spotify. Microsoft's music service will be retired on December 1, 2018, but all your personal music files will continue to be available in OneDrive even after that date.

Unfortunately, you won't be able to listen to those files with the Groove Music app on Android or iOS devices because these apps will be discontinued as well. According to Microsoft, both Android and iOS apps will be retired on December 1, 2018, so after that date, they will not work any longer and should be uninstalled.

The Groove Music iOS and Android apps will be retired on December 1, 2018. After that date, the apps won't work and should be uninstalled.

The only way to listen to your music files and playlists remaining in OneDrive will be the Windows 10 Groove Music apps on PX, Xbox, or Windows Phone.

source: Microsoft via The Verge

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Cosmin, a tech journalist with a career spanning over a decade, brought a wealth of experience to PhoneArena. His expertise lies in brands like Samsung and Nokia, and he has a keen interest in innovative technologies. After a brief stint in PR, Cosmin returned to tech journalism in 2016, committed to delivering clear and objective news. When he's not writing or appearing as a guest on TV and radio shows, Cosmin enjoys playing RPGs, watching Netflix, and nurturing his passion for history and travel.