Is iTunes Still Available? Understanding Its Transition to New Apps

Discover the fate of iTunes and its transition to Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts. Learn how it affects users on macOS and Windows.

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While iTunes as a standalone app no longer exists on macOS, it has been replaced by Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts apps. Windows users can still use the iTunes application for media management. These changes streamline user experience by categorizing media into dedicated apps, making it easier to manage music, movies, and podcasts.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happened to iTunes? iTunes has been discontinued as a standalone app on macOS and replaced by Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts.
  2. Can I still use iTunes on Windows? Yes, iTunes is still available on Windows for media management.
  3. What apps replaced iTunes? iTunes has been replaced by Apple Music for music, Apple TV for video, and Apple Podcasts for podcasts on macOS.
  4. Is Apple Music better than iTunes? Apple Music provides a more streamlined experience for music streaming compared to the traditional media management features of iTunes.

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