How to ID songs without Shazam on iPhone – Guide
Apple has released the iOS 14.2 update for its iPads and iPhones, introducing a new music recognition feature. With the addition of a button to the Control Center menu, users can now easily identify songs playing around them with just one click. The button will provide information such as title, artist name and album title.
Apple has found a way to leverage its 2018 acquisition of Shazam, estimated at $400 million, without requiring users to install the app. By adding a button to the Control Center menu, users can quickly identify songs they like with just one tap.
Google Assistant (Android or iPhone)
Google’s music recognition technology has come a long way. Now, even if the song you’re looking for isn’t playing, you can still identify it by humming or singing it. Here’s how to do it.
To access Google’s voice search, Android users can simply say “Ok Google” or press and hold the home button. iPhone users can open the Google app and tap the microphone button.
Do you know the title of this tune?
Google Assistant can now identify songs playing in the background, or even those you hum, whistle or sing. Just ask it to name the tune and it’ll provide a YouTube link.
Siri (iPhone)
Siri can be used to tag songs on Apple devices, including the Apple Watch, but only the original version will be recognized - humming or singing won’t work.
Users can activate Siri on their Apple devices by saying “Hey Siri” or pressing and holding the power button on an iPhone or the digital crown on an Apple Watch.
Do you know the title of this tune?
Siri can now identify songs playing in the background and provide an Apple Music link, allowing users to quickly access the music they hear.
Playing now (Google Pixel Phones Only)
Google Pixel phones released after the Pixel 2 come with a handy feature called Now Playing. To use it, simply turn on the setting in your phone’s settings menu. Once enabled, Now Playing will automatically recognize and display the title of any song playing in your vicinity.
Head to your device’s Settings, then Sound & Vibration, and select Advanced. You’ll find the Now Playing feature there.
Enable the Tag music played nearby feature on Pixel. Upon initial activation, the device will download its music database.
Just glance at your lock screen to see the title and artist of the song playing - or find a full track history in Settings.
Final note
If you’re looking for a way to identify songs without using Shazam on your iPhone, this guide can help. Got questions? Reach out to us. And don’t forget to share the love and spread the word!
