iTunes is a media management application developed by Apple Inc. for macOS and Windows. It allows users to organize and play music, movies, TV shows, podcasts, and more. Here’s a brief overview of its key features:
- Music Management: iTunes helps users create and manage playlists, browse the iTunes Store for new music, and sync their music library with various devices.
- Media Library: Users can import their media files into iTunes, which organizes them in a digital library. This library can be easily searched and sorted.
- iTunes Store: The integrated iTunes Store offers a vast collection of music, movies, TV shows, and other media for purchase and download.
- Syncing: iTunes can sync content between a Mac and iOS devices, such as iPhones and iPads, allowing users to transfer media and backups.
- Podcasts and Audiobooks: Users can subscribe to and listen to podcasts and download audiobooks through iTunes.
- Apple Music Integration: For subscribers, iTunes provides access to the Apple Music streaming service, where users can stream and download songs.
iTunes was discontinued in macOS Catalina (10.15) and replaced by separate apps: Music, TV, and Podcasts. However, it remains available for Windows and older versions of macOS. For those using newer versions of macOS, the Music app now handles media management and syncing tasks previously managed by iTunes.