18Nov2011
Warner Bros. giving iTunes redemption codes to unhappy UltraViolet users
UltraViolet, an initiative by Hollywood studios to distribute digital movies independently of Apple’s iTunes, has suffered such a backlash from users that Warner Bros. has started placating users with redemption codes for iTunes instead. End users trying to access digital versions of BluRay or DVD movies via UltraViolet have been overwhelmingly dissatisfied with the system, which doesn’t work natively on Apple’s iOS devices. Amazon reviews of recent disc releases have been
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Apple Releases iTunes 10.4.1 with Assorted Bug Fixes
Apple today released iTunes 10.4.1, bringing a handful of bug fixes to the company’s media management and syncing software. The bug fixes target a number of areas, including media keys on third-party keyboards, artwork addition, movie purchasing, responsiveness, and VoiceOver.iTunes 10.4.1 provides a number of improvements, including:- Fixes a problem where the media keys on some third-party keyboards work inconsistently with iTunes - Addresses issues with adding artwork to songs and
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Report: ITunes Replay could deliver re-downloadable movies and TV
A service called iTunes Replay could arrive any day from Apple, according to a new report by AppAdvice. ITunes Replay, a service that would allow users to re-download and possibly stream video content purchased on iTunes to multiple devices, was first rumored back in 2009, but it never ended up seeing the light of day. The difference between now and then, however, is that the mobile video landscape has changed dramatically, and Apple has already taken some first steps toward making such a
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One reason Apple isn’t sweating the prospect of iTunes Match piracy
Source: Asymco When Apple announced iTunes Match, a scan-and-match service for your entire music library, not just for songs bought through iTunes itself, it seemed to many that it could open the door to even more piracy of digital music, which is already a rampant problem. At the time, I suggested Apple might be anticipating the future of digital music distribution and getting out ahead of the competition early. Apple might also be less worried about the prospect of digital music piracy now
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Apple Releases iTunes 10.3
Apple today released iTunes 10.3, bringing the first wave of iCloud beta support to OS X. Following yesterday’s keynote event, Apple pushed the first minor “over the air” update to iOS 4.3.3 users bringing a new “Purchased” tab to the iTunes and App Stores. From this tab, iOS users can download previous purchases to their devices for no additional fee. Today, iTunes has been updated to better compliment Apple’s newly announced cloud services. According to the support document
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What iCloud and iTunes can do for each other
Last month, Appletell reported that Apple Computer likely bought the iCloud domain name and that it probably would be used for an iTunes music streaming service. Now, we have a lot more information about how iTunes and iCloud can work together and why it will be to your advantage; especially if you use an iPod, iPhone, or iPad. Apple Computer has been working on signing deals with Warner Music Group, Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and EMI. This is one big advantage over
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Move Your iTunes Library in Six Simple Steps
We often have customers come into our store who have such large music or photo libraries that they are running out of space on their Mac’s internal hard drive. Luckily, with just a few quick steps, you can move your iTunes or iPhoto library to an external drive, with all the necessary files it needs to retain its neat and organized structure. You will need three things to complete this task: an external hard drive with a good amount of free space, your Mac and some time to let the files
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Apple inks deal with Warner Music for iTunes cloud service
Apple has reportedly reached an agreement with Warner Music, the third-largest record label, for its anticipated cloud-based music streaming service. Citing sources in the music industry, CNet's Greg Sandoval reported Friday that Warner Music Group and Apple have reached a deal for Apple's unannounced iTunes cloud service. Warner Music is home to major acts including Linkin Park, Flo Rida and Green Day. A day earlier it was reported that two of the four major record labels have agreed to
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iTunes 101: Multiple Devices, One iTunes Account
Whether you’re using an old iPhone as a GPS, or one of your children is using an old device as a hand-me-down, you may want to manage multiple iOS devices from one and only one iTunes Account. This includes, but is not limited to, managing a mix of iPads, iPods, iPhones, Apple TVs, MacBooks, etc., all from the same iTunes Account. Here are some things to consider when setting up multiple Apple products with a single iTunes Account. You may have noticed that iTunes is limited to
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‘Songs for Japan’ album debuts on iTunes Store to benefit Japan disaster relief
As Japan recovers from the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck on March 11, the world’s top recording artists respond to the tragedy with the “Songs for Japan” (US$9.99) benefit album. The 38 tracks include some of their biggest hits, featuring an exclusive remix of Lady GaGa’s “Born This Way,” along with original versions of Katy Perry’s “Firework,” Bruno Mars’ “Talking to the Moon,” Adele’s “Make You Feel My Love,” and many more. The “Songs for
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