Spotifys powerful algorithm makes finding music you like a breeze.
But what if it could recommend music based on how you sound?
In another example, the environmental metadata might indicate a location or noise level.
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Sure, its creepy as hell.
But similar technologiesalready existand have foryears now.
Of course Spotify is trying to vacuum up as much data as it can possibly get its hands on.
How else is it going to perfect its algorithm and keep you hooked on its service forever?
Spotify didnt immediately return Gizmodos request for comment.
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