Spotify killed off its Car Thing several years ago, creating e-waste and alienating customers. Now, custom firmware has given the auto dongle a new lease on life. Spotify discontinued its auto dongle, Car Thing, after only a few months, rendering the device nonfunctional overnigh…
IndustryFirst reported yesterday, 18:25 / 1 outlet
Car Thing is Back from the Dead, No Thanks to Spotify
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- Yesterday, 18:25Digital Music NewsFirstCar Thing is Back from the Dead, No Thanks to Spotify