It appears that Apple may restrict access to its first-party Music app from running on rooted Android devices in the near future. This preventive measure was recently discovered in the app’s latest beta release, as shared by a Reddit user sername_is-taken and later validated by X user @AssembleDebug.
According to both sources, any attempt of running it on such devices will result in a black screen and prompt saying “Apple Music is no longer available for rooted devices.” While not present on the publicly available version of the app just yet, chances of this preventive measure included in future updates is quite likely.
Of course, Apple Music isn’t the first mobile app to restrict rooted Android devices. Others that have taken similar measures include Netflix, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, various banking apps, and even Pokemon Go.
#Apple Music also started detecting root with the latest beta version 4.7 , it crashes instantly if root is detected. It is only checking for su binary, so it's easy to fix with deny list in magisk. Should have used Play Integrity like Google did with RCS :p#ios #Android pic.twitter.com/37Ffa3k6iN
— AssembleDebug (@AssembleDebug) March 3, 2024
For the uninitiated, rooting is the practice of gaining privileged control or root access over Android devices. It allows users to overcome limitations imposed by carriers and manufacturers, enabling them to modify system applications as well as completely removing and replacing the device’s operating system. However, keep in mind that rooting your device will void its warranty.
(Source: Android Police)
