So normally when I’m out and about I use the Deezer app (on Android), and just this morning I discovered a change to the Downloads section.
Up until yesterday my Downloads section was sorted A-Z by Artist, then Album. As of today that has been changed, and the list is no longer sorted at all. I reached out to Deezer support on this issue and this is what they responded to me with.
“ Deezer is always looking for ways to make your music experience better, faster and more seamless.
To achieve this, with the launch of the most recent version for Android 8.0.27, we have made a technical change by removing the A-Z sorting feature.
This decision was made to prioritize speed and improve how quickly your Playlists and Favourite tracks load. We understand this may feel like a change to how you organize your music, but our focus is on delivering a faster, more intuitive experience so you can spend more time enjoying your favourite tunes.”
Pardon my language, but this is a crock of sh*t. I have several hundred albums downloaded on my phone to make listening easier on the go, and now it will be impossible for me to find what I’m looking for. Nothing about this is intuitive or faster, and loading my Downloads has never been a problem.
IMO this change needs to be reverted immediately, and whoever thought this was a good idea should be fired.
