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Why I Moved to Spotify

I switched from Apple Music to Spotify because of the latter's better UI/UX, performance, quality, smart features, and cross-platform compatibility. Despite some drawbacks, such as the inability to natively play on my HomePod, I find Spotify to be a more reliable and enjoyable music service

Eshwar Nag

15 Feb 2023 — 2 min read

I was an Apple Music subscriber until recently. But the terrible Apple Music apps on all platforms has forced me to seek alternatives, and there was Spotify.

As a tech enthusiast and a part-time music enthusiast, I was eager to try Spotify when it arrived in India. After installing it on my iPhone and Mac and using the one-month free trial, I was pleasantly surprised. The user interface was enjoyable to use, and I found myself using the service more than I expected.

Attention Resistance

I have written about how social media has given me anxiety and made my life miserable. Over the past few months, I’ve actively reduced my social media usage. It wasn’t easy at first—I often felt the urge to check in. One of my biggest steps was deleting

Endless Scrolling Syndrome

I previously wrote about how text-based social media contributed to my anxiety. Now, let’s talk about how short-form video platforms have negatively impacted my life. When Instagram introduced Reels, I found myself watching them for hours without even realizing it. For those not from here, TikTok is banned in

Social Media Anxiety

I will not mince my words — social media is causing me anxiety. For those who don’t know, I’ve been deeply involved in text-based social media platforms for over a decade. I have been addicted to Twitter, and after Elon took over, I started using Mastodon, Threads, and Bluesky

Why Subscription Fatigue is Misguided

Subscription fatigue is often misunderstood. While many users are frustrated with recurring payments, the real issue is apps charging high prices. In reality, subscription pricing often reflects the continuous development and maintenance needed to keep these apps running.

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Attention Resistance

Endless Scrolling Syndrome

Social Media Anxiety

Why Subscription Fatigue is Misguided