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 Nocturne version 2.1.1 | |
| Developer(s) | Nocturne Team |
|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 October 2024 |
| Stable release | 2.1.1 / 3 December 2024 |
| Repository | github |
| Written in | Shell, Python, JavaScript |
| Operating system | Debian |
| Platform | ARM Cortex-A53 |
| Type | System software |
| License | MIT |
Nocturne is an open-source software project designed to extend the functionality of Spotify's discontinued Car Thing device.
Spotify released the Car Thing in 2021 as a dashboard-mounted device to control its music streaming service, [1] but ended production of the device in July 2022, attributing the decision to limited consumer demand and supply chain issues. [2] Spotify officially discontinued support for the Car Thing on December 9, 2024, effectively rendering the device non-functional. [3]
The software is developed as an open-source initiative, allowing contributors to participate in the project. [4] While Nocturne enables the device to regain functionality, it relies on additional hardware due to the Car Thing's limited specifications, which include 512MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage powered by an Amlogic S905D2 SoC. [5] Users must pair the Car Thing with a Raspberry Pi to overcome these limitations. [6] [7]
Nocturne functions either in vehicles, similar to the Car Thing's original use, or as a desktop music controller. [8] The software offers features such as full playback controls, playlist management, real-time interface updates, and artist and album exploration, requiring a Spotify Premium account to function. [9]
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