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technology8 days ago•2 min saved

Mira Thing Revives Spotify's Abandoned Car Thing via Community Firmware

After Spotify pulled the plug on Car Thing, a community firmware project called Mira resurrects the hardware, letting users control Spotify from their car again. Setup requires USB-C tethering to a PC or phone and Bluetooth pairing; Mira Thing 1.0 restores features like podcasts, lyrics, source options, and multiple control modes, though two issues—Bluetooth auto-reconnect and wake-from-sleep reliability—persist. The GitHub guide is thorough, and the revival underscores a growing trend of reviving abandoned devices rather than discarding them.

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#car-thing #community #firmware

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Spotify's Car Thing Discontinued Amid User Workarounds and Refunds

Spotify has officially discontinued its Car Thing accessory, rendering all existing devices non-functional. The Car Thing, launched in April 2021 as Spotify's first hardware product, was designed to facilitate music streaming in vehicles lacking modern infotainment systems. However, due to low demand and supply chain issues, Spotify ceased production just five months after its release. Customers are advised to contact Spotify for refund options by January 14, 2025, and to recycle their devices.

via MacRumors|

#car-thing #discontinuation #hardware

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Google Extends Stadia Controller Support Until 2025

Google has extended the deadline for converting its discontinued Stadia Controller into a Bluetooth game controller until the end of 2025, allowing users to repurpose the device for broader use. In contrast, Spotify has ceased support for its Car Thing accessory, rendering it non-functional, though some users have found alternative uses for the hardware.

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#bluetooth #car-thing #google

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Spotify Ends Car Thing, Users Seek Alternatives

Spotify has officially discontinued its Car Thing in-car streaming device, with all units now disabled. Launched in February 2022, the device was aimed at cars without built-in infotainment systems but was discontinued due to low demand and supply chain issues. Users have until January 14, 2025, to claim a refund by providing proof of purchase. Spotify advises users to reset the device to factory settings and dispose of it according to local electronic waste guidelines.

via TechCrunch|

#car-thing #discontinuation #refund

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Firmware Hacks Revive Spotify's Car Thing Amid Shutdown

Spotify's Car Thing, a car-focused music device, is set to be discontinued by December 2024 due to low demand and supply chain issues. Originally intended to enhance Spotify listening in cars without modern connectivity options, the device is now being repurposed by firmware hackers. YouTuber Dammit Jeff is exploring alternative software uses for the device, highlighting its potential beyond Spotify's original intent.

via Ars Technica|

#car-thing #firmware-hacking #hardware

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Spotify Bricks All 'Car Thing' Devices, No Refunds Offered

Spotify is discontinuing its Car Thing device, rendering it unusable by December 9, 2024, to streamline product offerings and focus on new features. Users are advised to reset and dispose of the device properly, as it will no longer function. The decision has sparked frustration among customers, some of whom have sought refunds or credits.

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#car-thing #consumer-electronics #discontinuation

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Spotify Infuriates Users by Bricking 'Car Thing' Devices Without Refunds

Spotify has decided to discontinue its 'Car Thing' device, which allowed users to control Spotify through car speakers, by December 9, 2024. The company aims to streamline its product offerings and focus on new features. No trade-in options will be provided, and users are advised to dispose of the device according to local electronic waste guidelines. This decision follows Spotify's recent cost-cutting measures and workforce reductions despite reporting record profits.

via NME|

#car-thing #discontinuation #product-strategy

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Spotify to Disable All Car Thing Devices, Sparking User Outrage"

Spotify has announced the discontinuation of its Car Thing device, rendering it unusable after December 9, 2024. The company cites the decision as a move to streamline product offerings and focus on new features. No trade-in or replacement options will be provided, and users are advised to dispose of the device safely.

via Mashable|

#car-thing #discontinuation #music-streaming

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Spotify to Disable All 'Car Thing' Devices, Leaving Users Frustrated

Spotify announced that its Car Thing device, released in 2022, will stop functioning as of December 9th, 2024, leaving users with no option but to discard it. The decision has angered customers who relied on the device for music control in older vehicles, as no refunds, trade-ins, or replacements are being offered. This move has also raised concerns about e-waste.

via Futurism|

#car-thing #customer-dissatisfaction #e-waste

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

Spotify to Permanently Disable All 'Car Thing' Devices

Spotify announced it will brick all Car Thing devices on December 9, without offering refunds or trade-in options, prompting users to plead for the company to open source the hardware to avoid e-waste. The device, which required a Spotify Premium subscription and a phone connection, faced low demand and supply chain issues, leading to its discontinuation. Users have expressed disappointment and frustration, feeling misled by the company's decision.

via WIRED|

#car-thing #discontinuation #e-waste

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Spotify to Disable All 'Car Thing' Devices Permanently

Spotify has discontinued its Car Thing gadget, rendering it unusable and advising owners to dispose of it safely. The company has no plans for a replacement and has not opened the device for alternative uses, leading to frustration among users and concerns about e-waste.

via Android Authority|

#car-thing #discontinuation #e-waste

technology2 years ago•7 min saved

Spotify Faces Backlash for Bricking Car Thing Devices Without Refunds

Spotify announced it will discontinue support for its Car Thing device by December 9, 2024, rendering all existing units useless. The Car Thing, introduced in early 2021 and discontinued in production by mid-2022, was designed to facilitate Spotify use in cars without modern infotainment systems. Despite its limited market, the decision to brick the devices has sparked backlash from users, highlighting the risks of buying hardware reliant on ongoing software support from companies.

via Android Central|

#car-thing #consumer-rights #discontinuation

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Spotify Faces Backlash for Bricking Car Thing Without Refunds

Spotify has announced that it will remotely disable all Car Thing devices by December 2024, effectively bricking them. Despite this, the company is not offering refunds to customers. The Car Thing, a device designed to control Spotify through car speakers, will no longer be operational, and Spotify advises users to dispose of it following local electronic waste guidelines.

via Jalopnik|

#car-thing #electronic-waste #product-discontinuation

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Spotify to Disable All Car Thing Devices in December

Spotify will discontinue its Car Thing dashboard accessory on December 9th, rendering it inoperable. The device, which sold for $90, failed to gain traction and was only in production for five months. No refunds or replacements will be offered, and Spotify advises users to perform a factory reset and dispose of the device responsibly. The company aims to focus on new features and enhancements for a better user experience.

via Consequence|

#car-thing #consumer-electronics #discontinuation

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Spotify Faces Backlash for Bricking Car Thing Devices Without Refunds

Spotify is discontinuing its Car Thing device, rendering it inoperable after December 9, 2024, and leaving users who paid $90 for it furious. The company cited streamlining efforts and offered a month of premium Spotify as compensation, prompting some users to consider switching to other music streaming services.

via Gizmodo|

#car-thing #consumer-outrage #discontinuation