Observed arrival · 2026-09-06
ARC, a quieter Apple Music for Mac
An in-development Mac app that gives an Apple Music library three views, adjustable listening atmospheres, and private on-device memories.
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Field notes
ARC observes playback on the user’s Mac rather than importing a complete Apple Music listening history. Its Memory area combines saved Moments, Listening Days, revisited albums, listening rhythms, notes, and optional voice recordings; the site says these remain on the device and can be exported or imported as a file. Music search, library refresh, streaming, and replay may still require Apple Music and an internet connection.
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