In the upcoming iOS 18 update, Apple Music is set to introduce a new feature called Smart Crossfade, enhancing the listening experience by seamlessly transitioning between songs without any gaps of silence. This innovative feature will make your music flow smoothly, just like back in the day when radio DJs would mix songs without interruption. […]

Apple initially introduced Crossfade for Apple Music in iOS 17, but with iOS 18, they are taking it up a notch with Smart Crossfade. This new feature ensures that transitions between songs are more seamless and dynamic. Some songs will start playing immediately after the last note of the previous track, creating a continuous musical experience.

One of the key highlights of Smart Crossfade is that it preserves the original album sound even when the feature is enabled. For instance, iconic albums like The Beatles’ Abbey Road with its seamless medley of songs will continue to flow seamlessly from one track to another with Smart Crossfade enabled.

To activate Smart Crossfade in Apple Music, simply enable Crossfade in the app’s settings. Users can adjust the length of the crossfade from one second to 12 seconds according to their preference. If you’re running the iOS 18 beta as an Apple Music subscriber, you can start experimenting with Smart Crossfade by toggling on Crossfade in Settings > Music and adjusting the settings to find your preferred crossfade length.

While users can still enjoy Crossfade in iOS 17, the new Smart Crossfade features will only be available once iOS 18 is officially installed on your device. Stay tuned for this exciting update that promises to elevate your music listening experience on Apple Music!