What is Hi-Fi? Hi-Fi, or high fidelity, is a term used to describe high-quality audio that is very accurate in reproducing sound with minimal distortion and background noise. Hi-Fi audio is generally of higher quality than standard audio, with a higher accuracy at reproducing audible frequencies and extremely little distortion in the original audio signal.
According to Bloomberg, in an effort to boost revenue and address investor concerns about pricing, Spotify is preparing to introduce a higher-priced subscription option that is expected to include high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) audio.
Internally referred to as “Supremium,” most likely an amalgam of Super and Premium, this new tier will be the most expensive plan offered by Spotify and is likely to feature the long-awaited Hi-Fi capability that was initially announced in 2021.
However, the release of this feature was postponed after competitors like Apple Music and Amazon Music began offering it for free as part of their standard plans. The launch of the new tier will initially take place in international markets.
In addition to the enhanced “Premium” tier, Bloomberg said Spotify will also provide subscribers with expanded access to audiobooks. This will either involve a certain number of free hours per month or a specific number of titles, with the option to purchase more. Currently, audiobooks are only available for individual purchase within the Spotify app. The company intends to introduce this audiobook feature in the United States in October, following its initial launch in foreign markets.
