Google has launched its new music service with users now able to purchase tracks from three of the four major music labels in an attempt to steal some of Apple’s market share.
The service was launched earlier this year in a beta format, but now users are able to purchase tracks and store them in a cloud locker.
“Google Music helps you spend more time listening to your collection and less time managing it,” senior vice president of mobile Andy Rubin said in a statement.
“We automatically sync your entire music library – both purchases and uploads – across all your devices so you don’t have to worry about cables, file transfers or running out of s
torage space. We’ll keep your playlists intact, too, so your ‘Chill’ playlist is always your ‘Chill’ playlist, whether you’re on your laptop, tablet or phone.”
The service has already launched with 13 million tracks – but it’s still US only. Google hasn’t announced plans for an international launch yet.
Patrick Stafford is a freelance journalist and a former deputy editor of SmartCompany.
