Spotify enables Siri control without app name on iOS 27
Spotify announced that iPhone users on iOS 27 can control the service via Siri without specifying the app name. The feature, available globally outside the EU, allows for natural voice commands for music, podcasts, and AI-generated playlists.
Spotify has announced a new integration with Siri that allows users on iPhones updated to iOS 27 to control the service without explicitly naming the app. Users can request specific tracks, albums, podcasts, or audiobooks, as well as broader queries such as "Play workout music" or "Play My DJ." The system also handles personalized recommendations, resumes podcasts, searches user libraries, and creates AI-prompted playlists. The feature works by learning user preferences; if Spotify is consistently used, Siri automatically routes audio requests to it.
The update is available globally for iPhone 15 Pro or later users outside the European Union who have Apple Intelligence enabled. Spotify stated that removing the extra voice command makes hands-free listening more natural, allowing users to focus on what they want to hear rather than how to phrase the request. This integration represents a significant shift in how voice assistants handle third-party media services, prioritizing contextual awareness over explicit app designation.