In this video, we explore why Spotify's shuffle feature isn't truly random and operates based on an algorithm. We discuss the ...

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Spotify may add two shuffle modes: Standard (true random) and Fewer Repeats (less likely to replay recent tracks). True random can repeat songs; Spotify avoids pure randomness so playback feels less ...

Spotify has updated its default shuffle to a new “Fewer repeats” algorithm that avoids playing recently heard songs. Premium users can stick with this new mode or switch back to the completely random ...

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