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Music Remote - Control Spotify from Your Wrist

· v0.0.5.14
★★★☆☆ (65) ↓ 10,000 downloads 2 Free

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# Music Remote - Control Your Spotify Music from Your Garmin Watch Control your music playback directly from your Garmin watch! Play, pause, skip tracks, adjust volume, and manage your playlists without reaching for your phone. **The app is FREE to use and try!** With support for 128+ different Garmin devices, you can test if it works perfectly on your specific device. Due to the wide variety of Garmin hardware, we encourage everyone to try it out risk-free. ## Features ### Free Features: - View currently playing track and artist - Real-time playback progress display - Glance view for quick status check - Authorize music service connection ### Pro Features (Available After Trial): - Play/Pause control - Skip to next/previous track - Play your liked songs - Volume adjustment with slider - Multiple device/player selection - Touch controls for quick access ## Setup Instructions **Important:** Before using this app, you need to obtain API credentials from your music streaming service: 1. Visit: https://si-server.info/spotify/doc/setupSpotify.php for setup guide 2. Follow the steps to get your Client ID and Secret (free with most services) 3. Configure credentials in the Garmin IQ app settings 4. Authorize your music service from the app menu ## How to Use 1. **First Time Setup:** - Get your API credentials (see setup guide) - Enter them in the Garmin IQ app (Settings → Music Remote) - Open the app and select "Authorize Music Service" from the menu - Complete authorization on your phone 2. **Daily Use:** - Launch the app to see what's playing - Tap control icons for quick play/pause/skip (Pro) - Access full menu for volume control and device selection (Pro) - Check glance view for at-a-glance status ## Display Features - **Progress Ring:** Colored ring shows how far through the track you are - **Time Display:** Current time at the top - **Track Info:** Song name and artist displayed clearly - **Touch Icons:** Graphical controls for previous, play/pause, and next - **Settings Icon:** Quick access to menu at the bottom ## Requirements - Active music streaming account - Phone with music app installed - Internet connection on your watch/phone - API credentials from your music service ## Upgrade to Pro Get full playback control with Pro features! Manage playback, adjust volume, and switch between audio devices seamlessly. ## Compatible Devices Supports 128+ Garmin devices including: - Fenix series (5, 6, 7, 8, Chronos, E) - Forerunner series (55, 165, 245, 255, 265, 570, 645, 745, 935, 945, 955, 965, 970) - Epix series (2, 2 Pro) - Venu series (1, 2, 3, Sq) - Vivoactive series (3, 4, 5, 6) - Instinct series (2, 3, Crossover, E) - Enduro series - MARQ luxury series - Approach, D2, Descent, Edge cycling computers, and more! ## Support Need help? Visit: https://si-server.info/spotify/doc/setupSpotify.php --- **Note:** This app requires API credentials from your music streaming service. The setup process is simple and documented at the link above. Works with services that provide public APIs.

What's new

New menu to discover playlists by category (Workout, Chill, Focus, Party, etc.) - tap to browse, select to play.

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Details

Compatible with 234 devices
Updated Apr 14, 2026
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