An application designed for Apple’s mobile operating system that facilitates the playback of digital audio files in the MPEG-1 Audio Layer III format. Such applications enable users to listen to locally stored music files directly on their iPhones and iPads. Examples include dedicated music playback programs, as well as broader media player applications that support multiple audio and video formats.
The availability of such software provides users with control over their music listening experience, even without relying on streaming services or a constant internet connection. Historically, before the dominance of streaming, these applications were the primary method for accessing digital music libraries on portable devices. Their continued existence offers benefits such as offline access to music, customization options not always available in streaming platforms, and management of personally owned audio content.
