Spotify's HiFi tier could finally be about to launch

Spotify's HiFi tier could finally be about to launch
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Spotify's HiFi lossless tier could finally be about to launch – a full six years after it was first teased. As expected, the tier will offer 24-bit lossless audio, and will put AI to work helping you create playlists, according to the latest leak which surfaced on Reddit (via The Verge). 

The leaker has found Spotify source code referencing the lossless tier. It also backs up a previous report that said the tier would be called 'Supremium'.

It looks like mixing tools could turn you into a bedroom DJ, too. The source code mentions advanced tools like being able to order playlists by beats per minute and blend one song into another. Another feature called 'soundcheck' would show what "mix of sounds is uniquely you" based on your listening history and habits. 

And the price? $19.99, although this could just be a placeholder. Spotify has previously mentioned a Platinum tier at that price that would include HiFi's lossless audio. Spotify's Premium plan currently costs £10 / $10 / AU$12.

Spotify is staying mum regarding the veracity of this leak. A spokesperson told The Verge that while the firm is "constantly iterating and ideating to improve our product offering and offer value to users", it wouldn't "comment on speculation around possible new features and do not have anything new to share at this time."

Joe Svetlik

Joe has been writing about tech for 20 years, first on staff at T3 magazine, then in a freelance capacity for Stuff, The Sunday Times Travel Magazine (now defunct), Men's Health, GQ, The Mirror, Trusted Reviews, TechRadar and many more. His specialities include all things mobile, headphones and speakers that he can't justifying spending money on.