It is also worth noting that Cider is not all about Windows-the app is also available on Linux and macOS. You can also get it from GitHub and winget. A slow launch is probably the only thing I can complain about.Ĭider is available in the Microsoft Store for $0.99 (50% off right now). I did experience one or two minor slowdowns (after all, it is an Electron-based project that is also in beta), but they are nothing compared to the official apps from Apple. In a nutshell, the Cider app is an iTunes without its worst parts, plus a lot of extra neat features.Īs for the bugs and performance, there is nothing major to complain about. Other noteworthy features in the Cider app include remote control from your phone or tablet, AirPlay and Chromecast support, Karaoke Mode, a compact player, and support for external themes and plugins. If you do not like how those optimizers work, a regular equalizer is here for manual tuning. At the end of the day, it all depends on what headphones or speakers you use. These tools are unlikely to delight hardcore audiophiles (who probably do not use Apple Music in the first place), but my limited time with the app showed that the optimizers indeed enhance the perceived audio quality. However, there are built-in audio-enhancing features and a "spatializing" effect. Unfortunately, Cider does not support lossless and spatial audio. More importantly, the app supports most Apple Music features-playlists, collections, radio, iOS-like lyrics mode, animated album covers, and more. It offers a beautiful, responsive, macOS-like design with many personalization options (extra points for Mica support). The Cider app (beta) lets you access and stream Apple Music and Podcasts (no offline support or local files for now). Disclaimer: Although the app is fully open-source, you should always mind the potential risks of using your Apple ID or Microsoft account in unofficial software.
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