Overview
- Car Thing, launched in February 2022, will stop functioning entirely after December 9, 2024.
- Spotify advises users to factory reset and dispose of the device following local electronic waste guidelines.
- No refunds or trade-in options will be provided to Car Thing owners.
- The decision is part of Spotify's strategy to streamline its product offerings.
- Calls for open-sourcing the device to avoid e-waste have been ignored by Spotify.