Shazam now identifies songs in YouTube, TikTok and Instagram

A new version of Shazam, the company's software that assists users in identifying music, is being released by Apple. Shazam can now recognize songs on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok in addition to music played through a microphone. When watching a video when the description contains no information regarding the background music, this can be really helpful.

The procedure to identify a song on any of the aforementioned apps was explained in the most recent version (v15.36). To receive the results, open Shazam, hit the blue button, then go back to YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok.

Android phones can also access Shazam. When it comes to identifying songs from other apps on that platform, the app offers a similar feature. Users must, however, actively consent in order to hear sounds from other apps. The Apple-owned app can now identify the songs you're using headphones to listen to in 2019.

Shazam was acquired by Apple for $400 million in 2018. Soon later, it gave iOS's Control Center a Shazam option. Directly from there, users can add a button for music recognition.

TikTok introduced its "New Music" function in May. TikTok encourages fans to check out new music and artists by highlighting their most recent releases.