How to Play Apple Music on Xbox One in 4 Ways [Updated]

As one of the best know video game consoles, Xbox One has integrated with multiple music services like Spotify, Pandora, SoundCloud, and more, offering users the ability to stream music in background while playing games. It was once no easy job to play Apple Music on Xbox One as Apple didn't deliver its music support gaming consoles.

You don't need to be disappointed. Starting in August, Apple Music is available on the Microsoft Store for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One, providing Apple Music subscribers with access to the streaming music service. Now you are able to use Apple Music on Xbox One seamlessly. Here we are about to show you how to play Apple Music on Xbox One.

Part 1. FAQs about Playing Apple Music on Xbox One

Q1. Can you get Apple Music on Xbox One?

A: Sure, you can get Apple Music app for Xbox One as Apple officially launches an Apple Music app for Xbox One. Thus, you can access Apple Music on your Xbox One.

Q2. Can I play iTunes music or audiobooks on Xbox One?

A: Of course! You can use AirPlay to stream iTunes audios to your Xbox One. Or you can use ViWizard Audio Converter to convert iTunes audios for playing on Xbox One.

Q3. Is Apple Music on Xbox One for free?

A: The Apple Music app is free to download and install on Xbox One. But if you want to listen to Apple Music on Xbox One, you need to become a subscriber and pay $9.99 per month.

Part 2. How to Use Apple Music on Xbox One via Apple Music App

All Apple Music subscribers are able to listen to music on their Xbox, with an Apple Music app for Xbox One available in the Xbox Store. This Apple Music Xbox One app is similar to those Apple Music apps for smart TVs, allowing you to view full-screen time-synced lyrics and large album art while listening to music. Follow the below steps to install Apple Music app for Xbox One.

Step 1. Power on your Xbox One and open the Store app.

Step 2. In the Search bar, enter Apple Music to find the app.

Step 3. In the search result, select Apple Music and choose Get Free to install Apple Music to Xbox One.

Step 4. Go back to the main interface on your Xbox One and launch Apple Music.

Step 5. Enter your Apple Music credentials then connect your Apple Music account to Xbox One.

Part 3. How to Listen to Apple Music on Xbox One with Web Player

Apple Music allows you to access its music library through the Apple Music app or Apple Music Web Player. So, in addition to using the Apple Music Xbox One app, you can use the browser to listen to Apple Music on Xbox One. Here we'll uncover how to play Apple Music on Xbox One by using Microsoft Edge.

Step 1. Turn on your Xbox One and press the Xbox button on your controller.

Step 2. Head to My Games & Apps > See All, then choose Apps.

Step 3. Open Microsoft Edge with a giant "e" logo listed on the apps menu.

Step 4. Go to https://music.apple.com/us/browse and then sign into Apple Music with your Apple ID.

Step 5. Browse the music library and select any song, album, or playlist to play on Xbox One.

With the built-in browser, you can get an easy, free way to listen to Apple Music on your Xbox One. But there always happens with frequent crashes and hiccups while playing Apple Music in background through the Microsoft Edge Xbox Browser.

Part 4. How to Cast Apple Music to Xbox One via AirPlay

AirServer is the most advanced screen mirroring software receiver for Mac, Pac, and games consoles like Xbox One. With AirServer enabled, you can easily cast Apple Music to Xbox One from iPhone or iPad as you like. You can enjoy Apple Music on Xbox One via AirServer, after you set up AirServer on both Xbox One and iOS devices. Here's how to.

4.1 Set up AirServer on Xbox One

Setting up AirServer on Xbox One is pretty easy. All you need to do is to get the full version of the app at $19.99 from Microsoft Store and install it on Xbox One.

Step 1. Go to the Store tab on your Xbox One and choose the Search tile.

Step 2. Enter AirServer using the on-screen keyboard, then find AirServer Xbox Edition.

Step 3. Choose Free Trial to get the unrestricted version of the app for free. Besides, you can pay for $19.99 to unlock the full version.

Step 4. Select Launch to launch AirServer to get the unrestricted version of the app for free. Besides, you can pay for $19.99 to unlock the full version.

Step 5. Launch AirServer and press right on the directional pad, then press A to display an on-screen QR code.

4.2 Set up AirServer Connect on iPhone/iPad

Now you need to follow the below steps to complete the setup process of AirServer Connect on your iPhone or iPad. Now perform the following steps.

Step 1. Open the App Store app on your iPhone then search AirServer Connect.

Step 2. Install the app to your iPhone and open it then choose Scan QR Code.

Step 3. Go to confirm that your device allows camera access.

Step 4. Once the QR code appears on the Xbox app, use the camera on the iPhone to scan it.

4.3 Cast Apple Music to Xbox One from iPhone

After connecting your iPhone to Xbox One via AirServer, you can start playing any song or playlist from Apple Music on your iPhone, then the streaming content will be cast to Apple Music.

Step 1. Run Apple Music on your iPhone and find any song or playlist to play.

Step 2. Tap the AirPlay icon at the bottom of the playback screen then a window pops up.

Step 3. Select your Xbox One to establish the connection between Xbox One and iPhone.

Step 4. Once connected, use the background audio controls on the Guide menu to control the music playback on your Xbox One.

Part 5. How to Enjoy Apple Music on Xbox One without AirServer

With the above methods, you can listen to Apple Music on Xbox One while playing games, but there is a better way. The solution we'll recommend here is to download Apple Music songs to USB drive so that you can play Apple Music songs with the built-in audio player of Xbox One. But how? To get it done, you'll need the help of a third-party tool called ViWizard Apple Music Converter.

Since Apple Music files are protected by Digital Rights Management, you cannot play Apple Music on Xbox One without the Apple Music app. If you stop subscribing to Apple Music, then you can't continue to play Apple Music on Xbox One. Therefore, here ViWizard Apple Music Converter is to help you completely remove DRM from Apple Music and convert Apple Music to those unprotected formats like MP3, AAC, and more.

As long as you convert Apple Music songs to DRM-free audio files, you can freely move Apple Music files to other devices or media players for playing. Here you can copy Apple Music songs to your USB drive, then you can play Apple Music songs on your Xbox One from USB. Now the following guide will show you how to convert Apple Music for playing on Xbox One.

Step 1Add Apple Music Songs to ViWizard

Launch ViWizard Audio Converter after completing the installation on the computer. Then click the Load iTunes Library button at the top center to access your iTues library. Select the songs you want to play on Xbox One to add them to the conversion window. Alternatively, you can simply drag the downloaded songs from Apple Music folder and drop them to the main interface.

Step 2Customize Output Audio Parameters

The next step is to set the output audio format for Apple Music. Click the Format option at the left corner of the screen. In the pop-up window, select the output format as MP3, AAC, WAV, M4A, M4B, or FLAC. You may choose MP3 as the output format. You can also adjust the output audio quality by setting the codec, channel, bit rate, and sample rate according to your own needs. When all settings are done, click the OK button to save.

Step 3Start Converting Apple Music to MP3

Now click the Convert button at the bottom right to initiate the conversion of Apple Music. Then ViWizard Audio Converter will start convert Apple Music tracks to MP3 or your required formats at up to 30× faster speed. Once converted, you can locate the DRM-free Apple Music songs in history folder by clicking the Converted button.

Step 4Play Apple Music Songs on Xbox One

After conversion, you can move those Apple Music files to a USB drive. Then insert your USB into one of the USB ports on your Xbox One. Then open the Media Player on Xbox One and start playing your favorite game with Apple Music songs in the background.

Conclusion

And voila! Now you may know how to play Apple Music on Xbox One. You can download the Apple Music app for Xbox One app for playing or use Apple Music Web Player to play on Xbox One. But for a better listening experience, we do recommend that you use ViWizard Audio Converter. It enables you to play Apple Music offline on Xbox One, as well as, on any device.