In an unexpected move, Apple has launched its dedicated orchestral app, Apple Music Classical, on the Android platform, making it available to non-Apple users for the first time. The app’s arrival on Android follows its initial debut on iPhones in March, signaling Apple’s willingness to expand its services beyond its own hardware ecosystem.
Apple Music Classical is a separate app from the mainline Apple Music, featuring distinctive navigation, fonts, and metadata handling specifically designed for easy searching within the classical music genre. While the Apple Music app has been available on Android since 2015, the dedicated classical music experience brings a new level of focus and customization for enthusiasts. However, it’s worth noting that Apple has launched the app on a rival platform before fully fleshing out its own hardware lineup, as there is currently no dedicated Apple Music Classical app for iPad or Mac. This strategic decision by Apple recognizes the popularity of smartphones as primary streaming sources, potentially allowing the company to attract more subscribers by extending its reach beyond its proprietary devices.
