OK, so we have a new iPod. The thing that should not be, all right, but it's a new one, anyway, and such things usually come with software updates, right? Well, this time the story isn't exactly different, since Apple also released a new iTunes update, bringing the current version number up to 8.1. So...wondering what's new in iTunes 8.1? I wonder too, so let's check it out, shall we?
According to Apple, the 65.4 MB update "is now faster and more responsive," allowing you to "enjoy noticeable improvements when working with large libraries, browsing the iTunes Store, preparing to sync with iPod or iPhone, and optimizing photos for syncing."
Apart from a bunch of security enhancements, the list of improvements and bug fixes also includes the following:
- Supports syncing with iPod shuffle (3rd generation).
- Allows friends to request songs for iTunes DJ.
- Adds Genius sidebar for your Movies and TV Shows.
- Improves performance when downloading iTunes Plus songs.
- Provides AutoFill for manually managed iPods.
- Allows CDs to be imported at the same sound quality as iTunes Plus.
- Includes many accessibility improvements.
- Allows iTunes U and the iTunes Store to be disabled separately using Parental Controls.
Apart from the brand new iTunes 8.1, Apple also released Front Row Update 2.1.7, a new update promising to provide improved compatibility with the latest iTunes version.
