Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
How to stream Apple Music on PS4
If you have subscribed Apple Music, and listen to it very easily on the product Apple Music supported. However, PS4 doesn't support Apple Music service.
In order to play the streaming Music on PS4, the FairPlay DRM of Apple Music is needed to be removed. Moreover, you need to convert the downloaded Apple Music to MP3, AAC and so on audio formats to a USB flash drive and then transfer to PS4.
To solve the problem better, you need ask Macsome iTunes Converter for help, which not only converts iTunes Music library files, it also supports converting purchased Audiobooks and subscribed and downloaded Apple Music files and so on.
Before you get started, please make sure all of the Apple Music files you want to convert have been downloaded. First of all, free download the trial version of iTunes Converter. After the downloading, follow the instruction to finish the conversion.
Windows Version Download
Mac Version Download
Step 1: Install and launch iTunes Converter on your Mac.
Step 2: Click Add button, and then choose the music files from the Music library, and click OK, and then all files are import.
Step 3: Click the setting icon to set the output format.
Step 4: Click CONVERT button to start Apple Music to MP3 conversion.
Once the conversion process is completed, connect USB drive with your computer. And you can drag and drop the converted iTunes music files to the USB. Plug the USB into your PS4, you can play Apple music on Sony PS4 on the go.
In order to play the streaming Music on PS4, the FairPlay DRM of Apple Music is needed to be removed. Moreover, you need to convert the downloaded Apple Music to MP3, AAC and so on audio formats to a USB flash drive and then transfer to PS4.
To solve the problem better, you need ask Macsome iTunes Converter for help, which not only converts iTunes Music library files, it also supports converting purchased Audiobooks and subscribed and downloaded Apple Music files and so on.
Before you get started, please make sure all of the Apple Music files you want to convert have been downloaded. First of all, free download the trial version of iTunes Converter. After the downloading, follow the instruction to finish the conversion.
Windows Version Download
Mac Version Download
Step 1: Install and launch iTunes Converter on your Mac.
Step 2: Click Add button, and then choose the music files from the Music library, and click OK, and then all files are import.
Step 3: Click the setting icon to set the output format.
Step 4: Click CONVERT button to start Apple Music to MP3 conversion.
Once the conversion process is completed, connect USB drive with your computer. And you can drag and drop the converted iTunes music files to the USB. Plug the USB into your PS4, you can play Apple music on Sony PS4 on the go.
Monday, April 2, 2018
iOS 11.3 is available now
iOS 11.3 is here and it’s the big one. This is the release which will change how every iPad, iPhone and iPod touch will function on a fundamental level. But does that mean you should immediately upgrade, or is iOS 11.3 filled with similar problems to many recent iOS 11 releases?
Here’s everything you need to know…
Who Is iOS 11.3 For?
As with all previous iOS 11 releases, iOS 11.3 is compatible with the iPhone 5S or later, iPad mini 2 or later and 6th generation iPod touch or later. Strangely, Apple released iOS 11.3 early for the newly released 2018 iPad but it is now being widely rolled out.
If you have a compatible iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, Apple should automatically prompt you to install the update. If this hasn’t happened for whatever reason, however, it can be manually triggered manually by going to Settings > General > Software Update. Apple iOS beta testers, remember you may have to unroll your device for the update to appear.
While iOS updates always vary in size (different features/fixes apply to different devices), iOS 11.3 is much bigger than normal coming in at 700MB. If you are upgrading from iOS 10 (or even iOS 9), note that iOS 11.3 will roll up all iOS 11 releases into a single major upgrade so expect that to be several gigabytes.
The Deal Breakers
First, the mandatory jailbreak warning: iOS 11.3 will break jailbroken iPhones, iPads and iPod touch. In December Google released iOS 11.2.2 exploit details which some expected would lead to faster jailbreaks for subsequent iOS releases, but that has yet to materialise. So if you like your iDevice jailbroken, steer clear.
What about initial iOS 11.3 stability reports? So far they are predictably heated for a major release. Perhaps the irony for an update focused on performance and battery life is there are multiple reports of the former 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 etc) and latter (1 2 3 4 5 6 etc) causing problems. There are also notable graphics glitches (1, 2 3 4 5), Apple Music (1 2 3 4) bugs and false notifications, particularly in messaging apps (1 2 3 4). As well as a truly bizarre 'invisible keyboard' problem for some users and random Siri activations (1 2).
As always I will update this article should any of these problems above escalate or any new issues be found. Unfortunately, this has been necessary for almost all iOS 11 releases to date, so remember to check this article for updates before you decide to take the plunge.
So What Do You Get?
Apple iOS 11.3 is ‘the big one’ because it will give users full control of how their devices function for the first time. Controversially Apple admitted it previously throttled device performance as batteries age to maintain system stability. The fact users didn’t know this has prompted no less than 59 class action lawsuits and global government scrutiny with claims this throttling misled owners into buying new handsets when they only needed a new battery.
Apple iOS 11.3 changes that. In Apple’s own (rather more conservative) words:
“iOS 11.3 introduces new features including ARKit 1.5 with support for more immersive augmented reality experiences, iPhone Battery Health (Beta), new Animoji for iPhone X users, and more. This update also includes stability improvements and bug fixes."
Yes, 'iPhone Battery Health' is downplayed and how it works is somewhat controversial, but the changes may just be enough to not only mitigate the extensive legal action against the company and detailed battery health data should inspire rivals to make similar changes.
Looking beyond this, iOS 11.3 also has several significant features and fixes beyond the opening of augmented reality experiences for developers and some additional animoji (dragon, bear, skull, and lion):
Apple News - a new 'For You' section displays personalised content and videos.
Advanced Mobile Location (AML) - shares your location automatically when making an emergency call (not available in all countries yet).
Apple Music Music Videos - a new music videos section has been added at the last minute (it wasn't in most betas) as well as friend suggestions to improve community interaction.
App Store - reviews can finally be sorted by Most Helpful, Most Favorable, Most Critical and Most Recent, which should make them far more useful. The Updates tab also includes app update sizes.
Business Chat - businesses can now to integrate customer support directly into the Messages app. Delta, Hilton, Low and Wells Fargo are among the launch partners.
Updated Privacy Screen - part of a wider design update for submitting personal info to Apple or following new app requests
Among the less consumer-facing features is also HomeKit software authentication, which should significantly expand the number of devices which can support HomeKit. On the negative side, however, I am investigating two surprising feature omissions which appear to have been removed at the last minute. I will update this article when I know more.
Security Improvements
There are important security fixes in iOS 11.3 too. Of particular note in Apple's official list are a series of security patches to WebKit and Safari and vulnerabilities found in Mail, iCloud Drive, Telephony, Find My Phone and even the Clock.
What isn’t listed though, is whether Apple has fixed the bizarre Siri calculator bug which also exists on MacOS or patched the even stranger disappearing battery icon glitch widely reported in iOS 11.2.6 last month. Based on early feedback from affected users, it seems not.
In all honesty, I suspect iOS 11.3.1 won’t be far away, not just for the bugs which slipped through the net but because major point releases tend to introduce problems which minor point releases have to sweep up soon after.
Apple iOS 11.3 Verdict: Install If You Have Battery Problems, Otherwise Wait
iOS 11.3 achieves its main objective: give users the battery health data and performance control over their devices that they demand. It may also save Apple millions, if not billions, in global lawsuits.
As for the update itself, users are reporting some problems but nothing has been a deal breaker at this early stage. That said, if you are someone who is happy to hold off for a bit I would advise that. The track record of iOS 11 has been so patchy that it’s smart to let others experience problems first, so you don’t have to.
The Road Ahead
As I mentioned, iOS 11.3.1 is likely to follow soon. Global attention has been on Apple to introduce the performance control and battery data demanded, so that has been its primary focus. The fact Apple has managed to cram a decent number of additional features and bug fixes into iOS 11.3 as well is to the company’s credit.
But iOS 11.3 hasn’t addressed all the outstanding problems of iOS 11.2.6 nor some stretching further back. With this major release out the door, expect iOS 11.3.1 to soon come and clean-up what iOS 11.3 left on the cutting room floor.
Here’s everything you need to know…
Apple iOS 11.3
As with all previous iOS 11 releases, iOS 11.3 is compatible with the iPhone 5S or later, iPad mini 2 or later and 6th generation iPod touch or later. Strangely, Apple released iOS 11.3 early for the newly released 2018 iPad but it is now being widely rolled out.
If you have a compatible iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, Apple should automatically prompt you to install the update. If this hasn’t happened for whatever reason, however, it can be manually triggered manually by going to Settings > General > Software Update. Apple iOS beta testers, remember you may have to unroll your device for the update to appear.
The Deal Breakers
First, the mandatory jailbreak warning: iOS 11.3 will break jailbroken iPhones, iPads and iPod touch. In December Google released iOS 11.2.2 exploit details which some expected would lead to faster jailbreaks for subsequent iOS releases, but that has yet to materialise. So if you like your iDevice jailbroken, steer clear.
As always I will update this article should any of these problems above escalate or any new issues be found. Unfortunately, this has been necessary for almost all iOS 11 releases to date, so remember to check this article for updates before you decide to take the plunge.
So What Do You Get?
Apple iOS 11.3 is ‘the big one’ because it will give users full control of how their devices function for the first time. Controversially Apple admitted it previously throttled device performance as batteries age to maintain system stability. The fact users didn’t know this has prompted no less than 59 class action lawsuits and global government scrutiny with claims this throttling misled owners into buying new handsets when they only needed a new battery.
Apple iOS 11.3 changes that. In Apple’s own (rather more conservative) words:
“iOS 11.3 introduces new features including ARKit 1.5 with support for more immersive augmented reality experiences, iPhone Battery Health (Beta), new Animoji for iPhone X users, and more. This update also includes stability improvements and bug fixes."
Yes, 'iPhone Battery Health' is downplayed and how it works is somewhat controversial, but the changes may just be enough to not only mitigate the extensive legal action against the company and detailed battery health data should inspire rivals to make similar changes.
Looking beyond this, iOS 11.3 also has several significant features and fixes beyond the opening of augmented reality experiences for developers and some additional animoji (dragon, bear, skull, and lion):
Apple News - a new 'For You' section displays personalised content and videos.
Advanced Mobile Location (AML) - shares your location automatically when making an emergency call (not available in all countries yet).
Apple Music Music Videos - a new music videos section has been added at the last minute (it wasn't in most betas) as well as friend suggestions to improve community interaction.
App Store - reviews can finally be sorted by Most Helpful, Most Favorable, Most Critical and Most Recent, which should make them far more useful. The Updates tab also includes app update sizes.
Business Chat - businesses can now to integrate customer support directly into the Messages app. Delta, Hilton, Low and Wells Fargo are among the launch partners.
Updated Privacy Screen - part of a wider design update for submitting personal info to Apple or following new app requests
Among the less consumer-facing features is also HomeKit software authentication, which should significantly expand the number of devices which can support HomeKit. On the negative side, however, I am investigating two surprising feature omissions which appear to have been removed at the last minute. I will update this article when I know more.
Security Improvements
There are important security fixes in iOS 11.3 too. Of particular note in Apple's official list are a series of security patches to WebKit and Safari and vulnerabilities found in Mail, iCloud Drive, Telephony, Find My Phone and even the Clock.
What isn’t listed though, is whether Apple has fixed the bizarre Siri calculator bug which also exists on MacOS or patched the even stranger disappearing battery icon glitch widely reported in iOS 11.2.6 last month. Based on early feedback from affected users, it seems not.
In all honesty, I suspect iOS 11.3.1 won’t be far away, not just for the bugs which slipped through the net but because major point releases tend to introduce problems which minor point releases have to sweep up soon after.
Apple iOS 11.3 Verdict: Install If You Have Battery Problems, Otherwise Wait
iOS 11.3 achieves its main objective: give users the battery health data and performance control over their devices that they demand. It may also save Apple millions, if not billions, in global lawsuits.
As for the update itself, users are reporting some problems but nothing has been a deal breaker at this early stage. That said, if you are someone who is happy to hold off for a bit I would advise that. The track record of iOS 11 has been so patchy that it’s smart to let others experience problems first, so you don’t have to.
The Road Ahead
As I mentioned, iOS 11.3.1 is likely to follow soon. Global attention has been on Apple to introduce the performance control and battery data demanded, so that has been its primary focus. The fact Apple has managed to cram a decent number of additional features and bug fixes into iOS 11.3 as well is to the company’s credit.
But iOS 11.3 hasn’t addressed all the outstanding problems of iOS 11.2.6 nor some stretching further back. With this major release out the door, expect iOS 11.3.1 to soon come and clean-up what iOS 11.3 left on the cutting room floor.
Thursday, March 29, 2018
How to play Spotify playlists on VLC Media Player
Nowadays users can only only watch videos on VLC, they can also enjoy music on it. As an open and free media player, it can supports most of video formats and audio formats, like MP4, AVI, 3GP, RM, RMVB, MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV and so on.
Can the streaming music like Spotify be played on VLC?
If you are a Spotify users, you may find, you can't play Spotify Audio files on VLC directly, for the DRM. In the following, we will talk how to remove DRM from Spotify songs and stream the converted songs freely on VLC easily.
To remove DRM from Spotify and convert Spotify songs to unprotected audio formats, here we ask Spotify Audio Converter for help.
Spotify Audio Converter is specially designed to help users to simplify the steps to convert Spotify music to plain formats including MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC , at the same time, 100% original audio quality and all ID3 tags will be preserved.
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
How to get Remember Me MP3 from Spotify for free
With the video guide, you can quickly know how to convert Spotify audio files to other audio format and remove DRM.
http://www.macsome.com/spotify-audio-converter-platinum-win/
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
After you unsubscribed Apple Music, how to still play the offline Apple Music songs
Apple Music is a streaming music service. After you subscribed the streaming music service, there are up to 25,000 tracks for you to choose and enjoy. You can also play them and download them to play offline.
If you unsubscribe and cancel the Apple Music service, all the songs from Apple Music will be either removed from your drive - or probably will have DRM protection which will prevent you from accessing. What you have purchased will remain on your hard drive.
And yes, even you have downloaded them offline, you can't play them anymore for the DRM. Are there any methods to deal with this case?
The following guide will show you step by step.
Windows Version DownloadMac Version Download
First of all, free download the latest version of iTunes Converter for Mac which supports Mac OS X 10.13 well, install on your Mac and then launch it.
Step 1. Click Add button to add the music files from Music library of iTunes.
Step 2. Click the setting icon to set the output format and output folder.
Step 3. Click CONVERT button to start conversion.
When finishing the conversion, the DRM of Apple Music songs has been removed, and you can play and keep them as long as you like. as well.
If you unsubscribe and cancel the Apple Music service, all the songs from Apple Music will be either removed from your drive - or probably will have DRM protection which will prevent you from accessing. What you have purchased will remain on your hard drive.
And yes, even you have downloaded them offline, you can't play them anymore for the DRM. Are there any methods to deal with this case?
The following guide will show you step by step.
How to remove DRM from Apple Music to keep them playable forever
Macsome iTunes Converter supports an ideal solution to remove DRM from Apple Music and convert Apple Music M4P to MP3 / AAC format with excellent output quality and up to 20X conversion speed.Windows Version DownloadMac Version Download
First of all, free download the latest version of iTunes Converter for Mac which supports Mac OS X 10.13 well, install on your Mac and then launch it.
Step 1. Click Add button to add the music files from Music library of iTunes.
Step 2. Click the setting icon to set the output format and output folder.
Step 3. Click CONVERT button to start conversion.
When finishing the conversion, the DRM of Apple Music songs has been removed, and you can play and keep them as long as you like. as well.
Download iTunes Music Converter for free:
Windows Version DownloadMac Version DownloadTuesday, February 27, 2018
How to Play Spotify songs and playlists on Windows Media Player
How to Play Spotify songs and playlists on Windows Media Player
Spotify Audio Converter Platinum is a professional Spotify music converter and DRM remover, which can convert all the Spotify music songs and playlists to MP3, AAC, FLAC and WAV, and remove DRM protections from Spotify, so you can play the converted songs on Sony PSP, Sony Walkman, iRiver, the general MP3 player and so on.
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