iTunes 12.13.2

Introduction

iTunes is a media management software developed by Apple Inc. It was originally introduced in 2001 as a way to manage and play digital music files, but over the years, its functionality has expanded to include various forms of digital media.

Key Features of iTunes:

1. Music Management:
   • Library: Organize and access your music collection.
   • iTunes Store: Purchase and download songs, albums, and playlists.
   • Playback: Listen to music with customizable playback options.
2. Podcasts and Audiobooks:
   • Podcasts: Subscribe to, download, and listen to various podcasts.
   • Audiobooks: Purchase and listen to audiobooks.
3. Movies and TV Shows:
   • iTunes Store: Buy or rent movies and TV shows.
   • Library: Manage and view your purchased content.
4. Syncing:
   • Devices: Sync your media library with Apple devices like iPhones, iPads, and iPods.
   • Backup: Backup your device’s content to your computer.
5. Apple Music Integration:
   • Streaming: Access Apple Music’s streaming service (available with a subscription).
   • Playlists: Create and share playlists, discover new music.
6. iCloud Integration:
   • Sync Across Devices: Access your iTunes library and purchases from any Apple device using iCloud.

Evolution:

iTunes has evolved over time, and with the release of macOS Catalina in 2019, Apple split iTunes into separate apps for Music, Podcasts, and TV. However, iTunes remains available on Windows PCs and older versions of macOS.