Does Apple Music Embrace the Dark Side?

Do you ever find yourself drifting off into the realm of night as you get lost in the melodies of Apple Music? Well, have you ever wondered if Apple Music can truly keep up with your dark moods? I mean, let’s be honest, we all have those phases when we want to conquer the shadows and immerse ourselves in the abyss.

But fear not, my fellow night owls! I am here to shed some light on the matter. And guess what? Apple Music does indeed have a dark side. That’s right, folks, they’ve got a little something called Dark Mode.

Now, let me paint a picture for you. Imagine the moonlight gently cascading upon your screen as you delve into the profound depths of Apple Music. The soft glow caresses your eyes, creating an otherworldly experience that matches your nocturnal desires. With Dark Mode, Apple Music embraces the dark arts of user interface design and transforms its appearance into something mesmerizingly enchanting.

So how do you unlock this mystical realm, you ask? Well, it’s as simple as closing your eyes and opening your heart… Okay, maybe not that simple, but close. Just follow these steps:

Step one: Open your Apple Music app.

Step two: Traverse through the mysterious depths of settings.

Step three: Unveil the breathtaking beauty of Dark Mode by toggling the switch.

And voila! You’re now part of the secret society of Apple Music enthusiasts who revel in the shadows.

But wait, there’s more! Dark Mode in Apple Music is more than just a visually intriguing experience. It’s also a friend to your eyes. With its dimmer palette, Dark Mode reduces eye strain and helps you immerse yourself in the melodic wonders without feeling like you’re staring into the sun.

So, my esteemed companions on this nocturnal journey, fear not the darkness, for Apple Music has embraced it. Let the night be your playground as you lose yourself in the alluring charm of Dark Mode. Embrace your inner night owl and let the music guide you through the enchanted darkness.

If you’ve spent a lot of time online in tech communities, you’ve probably noticed that more and more people are asking for software developers to offer a dark mode option for their apps. With the rise of white space in software design, both tech-savvy users and regular consumers have been requesting a change from bright, white displays to something easier on the eyes. In response, Apple and Google introduced dark mode in their mobile operating systems in 2019, a year after Apple added it to macOS.

While it’s great that the operating system has dark mode, if the apps you use don’t support it, you’ll still be greeted with a bright flash. Thankfully, apps are gradually starting to adopt dark mode to match their operating systems, and Apple Music is no exception. Although iOS users will have to wait until iOS 13 launches in September to get dark mode on Apple Music, you can already use it on most of your devices. Let’s see how to enable dark mode in Apple Music.

How to Enable Dark Mode in Apple Music Now

Whether you’re using an iPhone, Mac, or even an Android device, there are ways to get dark mode in Apple Music. While dark mode isn’t available to the public in every version of Apple Music just yet, there are some workarounds you can try. Check out the following guides for activating dark mode in Apple Music on all your devices.

MacOS Mojave (and later)

Dark mode was introduced to macOS in 2018 with Mojave, making it easy to switch your entire operating system to dark mode. Every Apple native app supports dark mode when it’s enabled from the preferences menu on your Mac. Furthermore, there is a growing number of third-party apps that also support dark mode on Mac, allowing you to dim the display.

To activate dark mode throughout your entire operating system, go to System Preferences. From there, click on General and select the Dark option next to Appearances. This will transform the default light theme into a sleeker, darker grey background, while giving you the flexibility to customize your accent color.

Once you’ve enabled dark mode, iTunes (soon to be called Apple Music in macOS Catalina) will automatically adopt the same stylish dark grey theme.

iOS 13

Hey there! So, iOS 13 is the latest operating system from Apple. But here’s the thing – it hasn’t been officially released to the public yet. Apple, as they always do, announced iOS 13 back in June at their developer conference called WWDC. They usually release it in the fall, right around the same time they launch the new iPhone. And it looks like this year won’t be any different.

Now, let’s talk about one of the coolest features of iOS 13 – the system-wide dark mode. It’s just like the one they had on macOS Mojave. With dark mode, the colors on your iPhone will be darker, giving your eyes a break and making it easier to use your device at night.

Now, here’s the thing – if you’re a developer or you have a developer account, you can get early access to the iOS 13 beta version. This means you can try out all the new features, including the dark mode, before everyone else. But here’s my advice – don’t install the beta on your main phone. Trust me, this year’s beta version is pretty buggy. People have been experiencing crashes, apps not working properly, and all sorts of issues. Even Apple themselves recommend that only developers with secondary devices should use the beta.

Hey there! Guess what? With the release of iOS 13 coming up this fall, you’re in for a treat. Why? Because you’ll finally get to experience the awesomeness of a system-wide dark mode! This means that all of your favorite apps, including Apple Music, will no longer blind you with their usual white/grey theme. Instead, they’ll embrace the darkness and present a sleek and cool look.

And here’s the really cool part: iOS’s dark mode is not just a simple on/off switch in the settings menu. No, it’s so much more than that! It’s a robust system that goes beyond expectations. You can schedule dark mode to activate at specific times or even have it automatically switch on at sunset and off at sunrise. How neat is that?

But hold your horses for a moment! I know the wait can be tough, but unfortunately, dark mode for Apple Music won’t be available for another month or so. Hang in there, because it’ll be worth it!

For iOS 12 and earlier versions

While we eagerly await the launch of iOS 13, let me share a nifty trick with you. Did you know that you can use the accessibility options on your current iOS version to invert colors on your phone? By doing this, you can turn all those bright white menus into classy black menus.

Apple has been kind enough to provide inverted display options ever since they released the very first iPhone. But don’t worry, they’ve come a long way since then. Their newer “smart” version is way better at only switching apps that can handle it. So, you don’t need to fret about your beloved apps, like Maps or Snapchat, becoming unusable and frustrating to navigate when you’re using your phone.

To activate Smart Invert, here’s what you need to do: first, tap on Settings on your home screen. After that, select General and go to the Accessibility menu. Once you’re there, tap Display Accommodations under Vision, and then tap Invert Colors. From the list of options, choose Smart Invert to turn it on. And just like that, you’re all set to go. What Smart Invert does is it changes the display colors, but it keeps media, images, and other apps with dark styles intact. I gotta say, it might not be as fancy as the dark-mode Apple Music that’s coming soon, but with a black background, white font, and those cool green highlights, the app will be a whole lot easier on your eyes.

Apple Music on Android

If you happen to use Apple Music on an Android device, don’t worry, Apple hasn’t forgotten about you. As we get closer to the official release of iOS 13, Apple has also made a beta version of their app for Android that supports a dark mode toggle. You’ll find the option in the settings menu of Apple Music. It’s super easy to switch to dark mode and even set it to automatically turn on or off when your phone’s battery saver is activated.

To get the beta version of Apple Music, you’ll need to join this Google Group. After that, go to the Play Store and download the updated 3.0 version of Apple Music. This update not only includes dark mode, but also brings all the new features that will come with the release of iOS 13 this fall. These features include a new Now Playing display and lyrics that sync directly with your music. If you’re unable to access the Apple Music beta on Android, don’t worry! The official 3.0 update will be available this fall, around the same time iOS 13 launches for Apple devices.

It’s becoming increasingly clear that dark mode is here to stay. Whether you want to use dark mode on your phone, tablet, or computer, all major operating systems, such as Android, Windows, and Apple’s various systems, have started including a dark mode option. This mode is perfect for those who want to protect their eyes from bright lights, whether they’re using their phone at night or simply enjoy the aesthetic of dark mode on their iPhone’s OLED display. Dark mode has never been more popular, and our eyes couldn’t be happier.