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TapeBoy: Retro Cassette Player

TapeBoy: Retro Cassette Player

Mixtape widget for your music

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Released
July 3, 2026
Updated
September 17, 2026

Developer

Mykyta Ivaniushchenko
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This app transforms your music playback into a visually engaging cassette tape experience on your Home Screen. It animates in real-time with your songs from Apple Music or Spotify, offering customizable tape decks and labels for a personalized retro feel.

✓Real-time animated cassette deck simulation
✓Works with Apple Music and Spotify
✓Live sync with playback controls
✓Customizable cassette bodies, labels, and stickers
✓Multiple handwritten font options
✓Home Screen widgets with animated reels
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What's New in TapeBoy

1.4.0

September 17, 2026

• New DeboyDX1 sticker — a gold-and-black tape classic for your mixtape label. • Widgets now work in CarPlay and StandBy — your deck keeps spinning on the dashboard and on the nightstand. • Added a Small widget size.

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$2.99

Live Cassette Widget

Spin the reels live on your Home Screen

User reviews

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It loud be cool
If you could actually use the widget on CarPlay, you cannot.
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Response from developer

Hey, thanks for interest in my little app. I never thought about CarPlay widgets, but I promise to look into it soon!

app is nice and was a great surprise to find

I like the retro style and feeling you get from it but it is still high quality and easy to interact with and customize
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So good! But plz fix Spotify!

I love the app sm! And I invested in the live widget thing so it looks good with my new lay out, but I’ve notice when I leave the app and my playlist has gone onto the next song, I noticed the widget is still on the last song and stops moving. Plz fix this!
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Response from developer

Hey, thanks for your feedback! I did my best and investigated competitor apps. Unfortunately that’s the way widgets work - if app gets suspended in background, widget won’t be updated. But I’m looking for other ways to achieve better widget stability.

FAQ

Does TapeBoy have ads?

No, TapeBoy does not contain advertisements. It is a free app with optional in-app purchases for additional customization features.

How does TapeBoy sync with my music?

TapeBoy syncs live with your music playback from Apple Music or Spotify. It automatically updates the cassette animation when you play, pause, skip, or change songs, requiring no manual refreshing.

What music services does TapeBoy support?

TapeBoy supports both Apple Music and Spotify. You can link your account once, and the app will follow along with your current playback.

Can I customize the look of the cassette in TapeBoy?

Yes, TapeBoy offers extensive customization. You can choose from various cassette bodies, label styles, sticker designs, handwritten fonts, and reel faces, as well as custom colors for different elements.

Does TapeBoy require a Spotify Premium account?

Yes, Spotify control support within TapeBoy requires a Spotify Premium account. Apple Music features work with the standard Music app.

What are the Home Screen widget options for TapeBoy?

TapeBoy offers Medium and Large widget sizes for your Home Screen. These widgets feature live, animated reels that spin in sync with your music, and they are battery-friendly, resting when playback stops.

Is TapeBoy available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, TapeBoy is currently supported on iPhone devices only.

How often is TapeBoy updated?

TapeBoy was last updated on July 29, 2026, indicating a recent update. The app is generally reliable and receives updates to enhance its features and compatibility.