Spotify has officially discontinued Car Thing, its in-car streaming device, with all units now disabled, the company confirmed to TechCrunch. Ea

Spotify has disabled Car Thing streaming devices

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2024-12-09 22:30:18

Spotify has officially discontinued Car Thing, its in-car streaming device, with all units now disabled, the company confirmed to TechCrunch.

Earlier today, an X user noticed that their Car Thing is indeed no longer functioning, displaying a message that it’s “no longer operational,” along with a reminder of the refund terms valid until January 14, 2025.

Launched in February 2022, this device aimed to improve music control in cars lacking built-in infotainment systems. However, it was discontinued less than a year later due to low demand and supply chain issues.

When Spotify announced the shutdown, it faced significant backlash from users who felt they should be refunded for the $90 price tag. Customers now have a little more than a month to contact customer service and provide proof of purchase in order to receive a refund.

The company also recommends that users with the device should reset the factory settings and dispose of it according to their local electronic waste guidelines.