Samsung Adds Amazon Music to Galaxy Phones

Samsung began preinstalling Amazon Music on its Galaxy smartphones starting this week, adding another application to its devices. This partnership allows Samsung to offer a 3-month free trial of Amazon Music Unlimited to new users who activate the service on their Galaxy phones. The inclusion of Amazon Music follows Samsung's previous collaborations with other companies, such as Microsoft and Spotify, to bundle their services with Galaxy devices.

The 3-month trial of Amazon Music Unlimited provides access to over 100 million songs and thousands of playlists and podcasts without ads. This offer is available to new subscribers of Amazon Music Unlimited who purchase a qualifying Galaxy device. The preinstallation aims to enhance the user experience by providing immediate access to a popular music streaming service. Samsung has a history of bundling third-party applications and services to add value for its customers, a strategy that aims to differentiate its devices in a competitive market.

This latest integration with Amazon Music is part of Samsung's ongoing strategy to expand its ecosystem and offer a comprehensive suite of services to its users. The company has previously partnered with various tech giants to preinstall their software, including Microsoft's OneDrive and Office suite, and Spotify for music streaming. These collaborations are designed to provide users with a seamless and enriched experience right out of the box, encouraging deeper engagement with the Galaxy platform. The 3-month trial period serves as an incentive for users to explore and potentially subscribe to Amazon Music Unlimited beyond the trial, benefiting both Samsung and Amazon.