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Tidal's new AI feature defaults to on, clears music queue when disabled

The music streaming service Tidal has implemented an AI feature that is enabled by default and not easily disabled. Users must navigate through multiple steps to turn off the AI functionality, and doing so will clear their current music queue. This feature's integration has been met with user concern regarding its opt-out process and its impact on the listening experience. AI

IMPACT This integration highlights the growing trend of AI features in consumer applications, potentially impacting user experience and control over default settings.

RANK_REASON Product feature launch for an AI-adjacent service.

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Tidal's new AI feature defaults to on, clears music queue when disabled

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  1. Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    AI has come for # Tidal , the streaming # music service I use. At least they make it clear. Naturally it’s on by default. And it’s not one tap to turn off, but

    AI has come for # Tidal , the streaming # music service I use. At least they make it clear. Naturally it’s on by default. And it’s not one tap to turn off, but 2. I hope you didn’t have any great music queued up when this happens, because turning OFF # AI (which you didn’t turn o…