Spotify overtakes Apple in podcast downloads, Google Podcasts shutting down, Apple Podcasts maintenance, and recommendations for alternative podcast apps on Android.
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Spotify overtakes Apple Podcasts in downloads, marking a significant milestone for the platform's growth.
Google Podcasts to shut down globally on June 23, prompting Android users to switch to alternative podcast apps like Antennapod or Pocket Casts.
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Spotify Overtakes Apple Podcasts in Downloads
Spotify has become the leading podcast platform in terms of downloads, surpassing Apple Podcasts for the first time. Despite Spotify's prior dominance in listenership, this achievement marks a significant milestone in the platform's growth, especially considering Apple's default auto-download feature.
Google Podcasts Global Closure
Google Podcasts is scheduled to cease globally on June 23, leaving Android without a default podcast app. Users are advised to switch to alternative apps like Antennapod or PocketCasts. This closure highlights the evolving landscape of podcast platforms and the shifting preferences of users across different operating systems.
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