Apple will integrate Shazam for Song Identification in iOS 8

As WWDC is drawing near, we are getting more and more updates regarding the upcoming iPhone 6 and iOS 8. Till now, we have learnt much about the user interface of iOS 8 and new apps arriving on it. iOS 8 will feature a flatter design. Moreover, it will also bring a brand new app named Healthbook. Read more details here.

Now, finally we have got a report regarding a brand new feature in iOS 8. You can enjoy song identification feature in the upcoming iOS. Apple will cop up its voice assistant SIRI with Shazam integration to provide the feature.

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iOS 8 Shazam

So, what is Shazam? Well, Shazam Entertainment has been providing song identification feature in its app for years now. The app is operating in almost 20% of iPhones throughout the World. It has got about 90 million users. The app is available at iTunes for FREE.

  • Download Shazam app here

Coming back to discussion, it seems like Apple is making this feature default in upcoming iOS 8. Whenever the user sings a song, the SIRI integrated with Shazam will locate it in iTunes Music Store and iTunes Radio, offering you to buy the song. This will boost up the sales of both iTunes Music Store and iTunes Radio hence increasing the revenue. For each click, Shazam will also be given due amount too.

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iOS 8 Song Identification

That’s it! Stay in touch to learn more details regarding iOS 8 ahead of WMDC. Don’t forget to share your views regarding the post.

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