Spotify Car Thing Gets New Life with Open Source Firmware Nocturne
Spotify's Car Thing device has received a new lease on life through an open-source firmware called Nocturne, despite Spotify's plans to discontinue support on December 9.
Spotify Car Thing music player device
Nocturne offers a complete replacement for the original firmware, providing features like:
- Full playback controls
- Playlist management
- Artist and album exploration
- Real-time interface updates
- Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Important requirements for using Nocturne:
- A Raspberry Pi (required due to Car Thing's limited processing power)
- Spotify Premium account
- Basic technical knowledge for firmware flashing
Device specifications:
- 4" touch screen with control knob
- 512MB RAM
- 4GB internal storage
- Amlogic S905D2 SoC processor
This open-source solution prevents the Car Thing from becoming e-waste and transforms it into a functional desktop or car music controller. The project's documentation and tools are freely available through Brandon Saldan's release, making it accessible to anyone interested in repurposing their device.
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