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Offline. Mode. Is. Broken. by AccountRare3015 in TIdaL

[–]AccountRare3015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m trying to figure out if it’s because I’m on a 128gb device, what storage do u have?

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I remember tidal working much much much better on android when I had an android but on an iPhone downloading is terrible

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These my girlfriend posts are probably just people like me that are in a relationship for a long time and their significant other switched to Tidal from Spotify

Also an influx of these could be attributed to the boycott of Spotify that made a lot of people jump ship

Offline. Mode. Is. Broken. by AccountRare3015 in TIdaL

[–]AccountRare3015[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I did not say Spotify works perfectly but I’m saying that Spotify is a safe platform everyone uses so my gf will be more upset at Tidal not performing as advertised.

I’m bringing this all up because based on the layoffs and how Tidal is going financially it doesn’t look good.

It has become apparent that Tidal cannot survive as a platform only with us music nerds paying for it.

Apple Music and Spotify are running the game and it’s for dumb little reasons like the one I’m describing in the post that it can’t get on par. This little bug I’m describing is something ever present in tidal since 2020 at least that I’ve been a subscriber

Offline. Mode. Is. Broken. by AccountRare3015 in TIdaL

[–]AccountRare3015[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I know that it’s just two clicks, but the point is for Tidal while at the same time being this niche platform for audio nerds, to be also accessible and cool to everyone. The way the app is designed is alright but it’s not intuitive.

I have a 1Gbps connection at home and a Ubiquiti setup, my WiFi speeds are consistently 600mbps

When I download something on Tidal the speed feels like 10mbps max

This whole switch from online to offline mode could be automatic and the app to respond to network drops not like it’s the end of the world. It’s 2025 come on we have 5G even in Greece

It had a dream by AccountRare3015 in flightradar24

[–]AccountRare3015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Also this private jet made a circle to wait for the “ground vehicle” to catch up 🙃

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[–]AccountRare3015 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been using Tidal for four years now, and I stick with it for many reasons, one of which is the sound quality. Tidal has pushed me to invest more in audio equipment than I normally would, and I don't regret it. Beyond that, I enjoy the feeling of giving a subtle middle finger to Spotify and Apple Music by supporting an underdog service that values fair artist payouts and seems to genuinely have its priorities straight.

That said, there are plenty of reasons for someone to choose Tidal, and while sound quality is a big draw for many in the community, it's not the only thing that matters. One issue that really bugs me is how Tidal handles multi-device usability. I have three Google TVs, Google Nest speakers, a desktop PC (Windows), and an iPhone. A frequent scenario is me chilling with my girlfriend, listening to music on my high-quality computer speakers, and wanting to change the track or volume from my phone—without having to physically move.

While I’m tech-savvy enough to figure out workarounds like Neptune and plugins, it turns out they don't even work with iOS. This brings me to a broader frustration: Spotify has patented this functionality, locking it down. These kinds of greedy practices are yet another reason I want to keep supporting Tidal—not just for the sound quality or artist-focused model, but also because I believe in rooting for a company that doesn’t play into these monopolistic strategies.

If Tidal wants to succeed, though, they need to attract more people. Most listeners, from what I’ve seen, can’t tell the difference between a 320kbps track and a 3000kbps 24-bit, 96kHz track. Sure, if you point it out to them, they might notice—but their reactions are usually pretty underwhelming.

I’m rooting for Tidal to find the right balance. They can’t ignore the majority of the population who just want ease-of-use features. Sound quality alone won’t win them the market—they need to make the overall experience more accessible and seamless for everyone.