As expected, Spotify on Friday began rolling out a new version of its desktop software for Windows and Mac, adding several new features, including Pandora-like radio stations.
Spotify version 0.8.3 allows users to create radio stations based on a particular playlist or album. Users can start a new radio channel from any playlist or album to listen to similar songs.
The update also brings a new Instant Search feature that immediately displays search results.
"Hover over results in the search suggestion drop-down, or use the arrow keys to navigate between them, they'll render automatically in the main view," a Spotify blog post reads.
With the latest version, users can get embeddable HTML codes to easily post Spotify Play Buttons on their website or blog. To get the code, right click on any album, playlist, or track, and select "copy embed code."
Finally, the update bring new sharing options, such as the ability to post content directly to Tumblr, or get a shortened link for Twitter.
The update is rolling out now, but users who want these features immediately can download the update from the Spotify website.
Spotify in February updated its desktop software, adding a feature called gapless playback that lets songs flow seamlessly from one to the next, without any silent spaces in between and crossfade, which is the ability to fade one tune into the next.
And last week, Spotify finally launched an iPad app. The Spotify for iPad app, which is now available in the App Store, lets users of Apple's coveted tablet browse and play tracks from Spotify's catalog of 17 million songs.
For more, see PCMag's full review of Spotify and the Spotify iPad app, as well as the slideshow below.