Winamp, the legendary music player that captivated millions of users in the late ’90s and early 2000s, is making a comeback. Since its initial launch in 1997, Winamp enjoyed immense popularity as a go-to music player. The application passed through the hands of American Online (AOL) and became a household name. Despite its eventual decline, Winamp found new life when it became available for iOS and Android mobile devices. In 2013, AOL ceased development of Winamp, and the platform was sold to a Belgian internet radio station.
Fast forward to earlier this year when Winamp reemerged with a web version, now designed to help users discover and support independent artists. Additionally, the classic Winamp player for Windows has been revived, complete with the familiar design users remember. It also includes the ability to convert music to MP3. Users can download this version from here.
Download Winamp for iOS and Android
While Winamp was accessible via a web browser on mobile devices, the best way to enjoy its features is through the native applications. Winamp has announced that the final version of its mobile app will be released by the end of 2023. Users can already download the beta version, which closely resembles the final version in terms of design and functionality.
- To download the beta version for Android, you can get it from the Play Store.
- To download the beta for iPhone or iPad, you need to download the TestFlight application from the App Store and join the beta program by following this link.
Winamp for iOS and Android
The Winamp mobile app allows users to access their entire music library stored on their devices and offers access to the content available through the online version. However, the design of the app differs significantly from its iconic predecessor.
Winamp for mobile devices offers access to a catalog of over 17,000 independent artists that users can support through a subscription model. Think of it as a music version of Patreon, allowing you to financially support independent artists. Additionally, it includes support for NFTs to support artists, although the popularity of NFTs has waned, and the future of this feature remains uncertain.