Spotify to host Stream On event in March, but it might ignore Spotify HiFi entirely

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Spotify has announced an 8th March date for its second Stream On event, which begs the question: will we be getting an update on Spotify HiFi?

In February 2021, Spotify hosted its inaugural Stream On livestream to share company announcements with the world. While that included new podcast exclusives and the company's presence in new markets, the biggest announcement was undoubtedly Spotify HiFi. So will Spotify's 2023 Stream On address the fact that the lossless audio service still hasn't launched yet? The company's event announcement post doesn't say as much. In fact, it actually doesn't mention HiFi at all, instead stating that this year's Stream On will build on tools, features and programming for creators using the platform for music, podcasts or audiobooks.

Those eagerly waiting for Spotify HiFi should perhaps ready themselves for disappointment in March, then – unless, of course, the lossless service appears before then. As always, fingers crossed.

Becky is a hi-fi, AV and technology journalist, formerly the Managing Editor at What Hi-Fi? and Editor of Australian Hi-Fi and Audio Esoterica magazines. With over twelve years of journalism experience in the hi-fi industry, she has reviewed all manner of audio gear, from budget amplifiers to high-end speakers, and particularly specialises in headphones and head-fi devices.

In her spare time, Becky can often be found running, watching Liverpool FC and horror movies, and hunting for gluten-free cake.