Apple Music Blocks Usage on Rooted Android Devices
Apple Music, the popular music streaming platform, will no longer run on rooted Galaxy phones or tablets. This development comes as Apple has started checking the root status of Android devices, allowing their music app to function only on non-rooted devices.
The recently released beta version (4.7) of Apple Music for Android is equipped with a root detection feature. If the app detects that a device is rooted, it will display a message stating that “Apple Music is no longer available for rooted devices.” This move is likely to disappoint Android enthusiasts who root their devices for various purposes, including testing, removing bloatware, and making customizations.
This isn’t the first time that companies have imposed restrictions on rooted Android devices. Banking and mobile payment applications have traditionally not supported rooted devices, and even Samsung Pay and Samsung Wallet are incompatible with rooted Galaxy phones. Some banking apps have also stopped functioning on devices with Developer Mode enabled. Google has also limited Google Messages RCS on rooted phones.
The restriction on using Apple Music on rooted devices may extend to the stable version of the app, causing disruptions for users with rooted Galaxy phones or tablets. It remains to be seen if there will be a workaround or if Apple intends to maintain this restriction.
Overall, this move by Apple highlights the ongoing battle between device manufacturers and users who want more control over their devices. While rooting allows for customization and optimization, companies like Apple are taking steps to ensure that their services are only accessible on devices that have not been modified.
Analyst comment
The news is negative for users of rooted Android devices, as they will no longer be able to use Apple Music. This restriction may disrupt usage for these users. As an analyst, it is likely that Apple intends to maintain this restriction to maintain control over their services and prevent potential security risks from rooted devices.
