Apple has released a new version of iTunes for Macintosh and Windows computers. iTunes 10 incorporates a number of new features including Ping, a new social networking component. Ping allows users to follow major recording artists and friends, see concert dates, share favorite song/video samples, and other social activities directly within the iTunes application.
Other changes include:
- Revised List View which will show album cover art if the user owns five or more songs from the same album (takes up no additional screen space.
- AirTunes becomes AirPlay which allows users to stream video and photos as well as music from a Mac or Windows computer to other devices on the network.
- Syncing now includes real-time capacity bar and overall streamlining improvements.
- Misc stability and performance enhancements.
On the iTunes retail side, users can now rent ABC and Fox TV HD episodes for only 99 cents each (formerly $2.99 purchase-to-own). Other networks/studios are expected to follow.
iTunes 10/Mac requires Mac OS X 10.5, QuickTime 7.6, and Safari 4.0.3 or later. End of the line for Tiger 10.4 support.
