Probably you've already downloaded the iTunes version 8.
According to
Apple's website, iTunes 8 features a "genius sidebar and playlist" feature, which we found no
t working in countries like the Philippines. We almost fell out of our chairs i
n excitement, as we read the Genius Sidebar feature but was quickly doused by t
his message, "Genius sidebar is not available in your country." Bummer.
More about Genius Sidebar:
While you reacquaint yourself with the music you already own, let G
enius introduce you to new music youâll love. As you select songs in your libra
ry, the Genius sidebar displays songs from the iTunes Store that go great with
it. The Genius sidebar wonât recommend songs already in your library, and you c
an preview and buy recommended songs directly from the sidebar.
Okay, a quick notes on the new features:
A "grid view," which makes organization of your music easier, we believe. So yo
u have the traditional and confusing view, the cover flow, and now this, grid v
iew.
High-definition shows are now available on iTunes 8. Apple says you can now pur
chase select episodes of your favorite TV shows in high definition for just $2.
99. We hope this is also available to Philippine users.
Finally, "enhanced accessibility." iTunes 8 has been made more screen reader fr
iendly on both Mac and PC. Well, if you have a terabyte of music, what would yo
u do? Hope this helps you wade through your growing library of music.
"Manage your iTunes library using VoiceOver in Mac OS X Leopard or Window-Eyes
for Windows XP and Windows Vista. Or use your screen reader to purchase or down
load content from the iTunes Store â including iTunes U," Apple says.
So there you go, what are your thoughts?
