Music streaming service, Rdio now have an app for Ubuntu. It has over 20 millions of songs, from hits music to classic songs, with more being added for you to listen to. Until quite recently, you could only access your music on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android devices. There were no support for Linux systems, including Ubuntu.
This brief brief tutorial is going to show you how to install Rdio app in Ubuntu and stream your music directly from Ubuntu Unity Desktop.
Launched in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rdio has become a direct competitor to Spotify.
It is available in over two dozens countries, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, the United States and much of Western Europe. For all the countries that Rdio is currently available in can be found @ http://www.rdio.com/availability/
Although Rdio app supports Ubuntu, it’s unofficial. The app was developed by Scott Ringwelski, but works great in Ubuntu. For the official version, you will have to wait.
To get started with installing Rdio app in Ubuntu, press Ctrl – Alt – T on your keyboard to open the terminal. When it opens, run the commands below to add the below PPA repository.
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:sgringwe/rdio
Next, run the commands below to update your system and install Rdio
sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install rdio
That’s it!
If you wish to completely remove Rdio, run the commands below to uninstall it.
sudo apt-get purge rdio && sudo apt-get autoremove
Next, run the commands below to remove its PPA.
sudo add-apt-repository --remove ppa:sgringwe/rdio
If you don’t want to install Rdio from a PPA, run the commands below to download the 32-bits deb package.
wget https://code.launchpad.net/~sgringwe/+archive/rdio/+files/rdio_1.0-0~15~raring1_i386.deb
The 64-bits package can be downloaded from the link below.
wget https://code.launchpad.net/~sgringwe/+archive/rdio/+files/rdio_1.0-0~15~raring1_amd64.deb
Next, run the commands below to install it.
sudo dpkg -i rdio*.deb; sudo apt-get -f install
Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to install Rdio app in Ubuntu 13.04?
To install Rdio app in Ubuntu 13.04, you can add the PPA repository 'ppa:sgringwe/rdio' and then update your system and install Rdio using the commands 'sudo add-apt-repository ppa:sgringwe/rdio', 'sudo apt-get update', and 'sudo apt-get install rdio'.
Who developed the unofficial Rdio app for Ubuntu?
The unofficial Rdio app for Ubuntu was developed by Scott Ringwelski, and it works great in Ubuntu despite being unofficial.
What countries is Rdio available in?
Rdio is available in over two dozen countries, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, the United States, and much of Western Europe. For a complete list of countries, you can check http://www.rdio.com/availability/.
How can I uninstall Rdio from Ubuntu?
To uninstall Rdio from Ubuntu, you can run the commands 'sudo apt-get purge rdio' and 'sudo apt-get autoremove'. Additionally, you can remove the PPA repository by running 'sudo add-apt-repository --remove ppa:sgringwe/rdio'.
Where can I download the 32-bit Rdio deb package?
You can download the 32-bit Rdio deb package by using the command 'wget https://code.launchpad.net/~sgringwe/+archive/rdio/+files/rdio_1.0-0~15~raring1_i386.deb'.
How can I access Rdio on Ubuntu Unity Desktop?
You can access Rdio on Ubuntu Unity Desktop by installing the Rdio app using the provided commands and then launching it from the applications menu.
Is Rdio a direct competitor to Spotify?
Yes, Rdio is considered a direct competitor to Spotify in the music streaming service industry.
Can Rdio be used on Linux systems other than Ubuntu?
Currently, Rdio app is unofficially supported on Ubuntu, and there may be limitations or compatibility issues when trying to use it on other Linux distributions.
