iTunes

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/121204_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] iTunes 11, the newest version of Apple’s media player, launched late last week. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you master Apple’s new software. One of the most helpful new features is the “Add to Up Next” option. If you’re in the middle of Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/121203_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] iTunes 11, the newest version of Apple’s media player, launched late last week to a widespread positive reaction. What’s so special about it? It runs much quicker and smoother than ever before. If you’ve used iTunes in the past, you know how much of a processor hog Continue Reading →

Cloud storage has transformed the way digital music collectors access their media. But with so many competing hosting services, which should you choose? How about: All of them. Here’s how to sync your music collection throughout the cloud. iTunes: Apple’s supplemented its ubiquitous media management program in 2011 with iCloud, a 20,000 track music locker. Continue Reading →

iTunes 11 is the best thing to happen to Apple’s media hub in a long time. But while the cosmetic changes are nice, there are still plenty of underlying problems with iTunes that need to be addressed. At its core, iTunes is still just a shopping mall with a snazzy jukebox attached. But it could Continue Reading →

Apple has been rumored to be prepping a streaming radio service for more than a year now, and according to a number of recent reports it looks like 2013 will finally see the company’s Pandora competitor become a reality. BTIG analyst Richard Greenfield on Friday issued a note clarifying that Apple’s streaming radio service — Continue Reading →

Apple released iTunes 11 on Thursday, the latest version of its music, movie and app hub for the Mac and Windows computers. The new iTunes has been redesigned from the ground up with a completely new interface and more iCloud-centric features. The new iTunes features a wide array of new features, including a fresh new Continue Reading →

Facebook and Apple deepened their alliance on Monday, as Facebook Gifts is starting to sell iTunes digital gift certificates. Upon purchase, Facebook users can suggest what music, video, or apps their friends should spend their $10, $15, $25, or $50 credit on. By adding one of the world’s most popular presents to its Gifts store, Continue Reading →

As I say, way too often, “If you want an iDevice, nothing else will do.” This is absolutely true about the iPad Mini. If you want one, just go buy it. Nothing else will do — not the Nexus 7, not the Kindle Fire HD, not the Samsung Galaxy Tab… nothing. This is not to Continue Reading →

In recent years Apple’s do-it-all iTunes has become more bloated than a stuffed turkey. The completely overhauled iTunes 11 was first announced at the iPhone 5 event for an October release, but was delayed until November because Apple “wanted to take a little extra time to get it right.” With the month almost over, it Continue Reading →

The digital music world is a bit louder Monday morning. AC/DC, the Australian hard rock band whose heavy metal thunder has never been available for legal download, has stepped into the 21st century and released its music through iTunes, the band announced Monday morning. After years of stubbornly arguing that iTunes was, in the words Continue Reading →