Apple iTunes for Mac

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Apple iTunes Analysis

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Apple iTunes is a versatile multimedia application designed for Mac users, providing a comprehensive platform for managing and enjoying music, videos, and podcasts. It allows users to organize their media libraries, create playlists, and sync content across devices seamlessly. iTunes supports a variety of audio and video formats, making it a flexible choice for users with diverse media collections.

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In addition to media management, Apple iTunes includes features such as the iTunes Store for purchasing music and media, as well as integration with Apple Music for streaming. Users can also access podcasts and audiobooks, enhancing the overall multimedia experience. The application is designed with an intuitive interface, making it accessible for both novice and experienced users.

Apple iTunes for Mac

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: August 6, 2018

Latest update: June 11, 2026

Version: 12.8

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Mac

Operating System: Mac OS X

Additional Requirements

macOS Catalina
macOS Mojave
macOS High Sierra
macOS Sierra
OS X El Capitan
OS X Yosemite
OS X Mavericks
OS X Mountain Lion
OS X Lion
OS X Snow Leopard
OS X Leopard
OS X Tiger
OS X Panther
OS X Jaguar
OS X Puma
OS X Cheetah

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 1,649,380

Downloads Last Week: 2

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User Reviews

3/5

229 User Votes

Suckish and a piece of trash! Won't do anything for me.
Tra1n3nthu5eu5stAugust 10, 2017
Pros
I don't like the new version of ITunes because it won't sync my IPhone 4 for music and other stuff. That's what I hate a lot about ITunes 12.6.2! Very suckish and a piece of track! I just don't like reinstalling and uninstalling it all the time. Who would want to take this dumb version? So silly!
Cons
I do not recommend this app to anyone who would greatly appreciate ITunes 12.6.2! I gave my honest opinion. If you have an IPhone 4, 5, 6, or 7, I keep that off of the chargers within your computers and use your old version of ITunes.
Summary
I like the older version of ITunes better than the new version because my IPhone 4 syncs music better and faster and it charges faster too than the newer version of ITunes 12.6.2! That is why I cannot take the new version anymore! No more ITunes 12.6.2! I wish I had the old version of ITunes back.
Necessary Evil
sceato02April 28, 2016
Pros
Works well with Apple products
Cons
Store is still very slow
Summary
Itunes works well for what it is.
Worthless featureless Trash.
causetheratMay 11, 2015
Pros
It's free. Just like the common cold.
Cons
Featureless. Nothing. Absolutely nothing there. It automatically makes a play list for you. Weather you want it or not. It's nothing more than an advertisement for iTunes store.
Summary
The new version is featureless. An absolute joke. This is such a downgrade from any music software. You will have to try hard to find something worst. This new version is such an embarrassment Apple wont update their description on this site.
iTunes gets even worse
redjelly39November 22, 2014
Pros
I can listen to music on my Mac.
Cons
I cant transfer music from iTunes to my iPhone.
Summary
I used to be able to transfer playlists from iTunes to my iPhone but I cant now.
As usual apple is making life less user friendly.
musicmuggerMay 28, 2014
Pros
I have never liked iTunes, and this is making me dislike it even more.
Cons
Even harder to sort things out, and still too slow.
Summary
It's time apple allowed apps like file manager store music. Everything that works well for movies and pictures could and should be allowed to accept music files. It's time apple opened up our choice and stopped deciding what we can and cannot use. I'm not surprised so many people jailbreak their devices now that the courts ruled it's not and offence against copyright
This once nice software has become buggy & slow
drumsandmusicMay 22, 2014
Pros
* let's you easily spend all your money
Cons
* slow, blown up * focus on listening to music is long gone * shift to commercial MAS and selling things to users * 11.2.1 album view keyboard navigation is completely broken, what is going on at apple?!? https://discussions.apple.com/message/25849006#25849006
Summary
Abysmal miss
cnetlink31January 26, 2014
Pros
I doesn't corrupt your OS kernel
Cons
Apple as a company is loosing its soul. iTunes is oriented to sell, not to enjoy music. Many 10.7 traditional features disappeared on the first iTunes 11 release and they are replaced by horrible implementations. I truly hate the lack of coverflow. I am running two computer, one with 10.7 for music, another with 11. to synchronize my iPhone/iPad - I guess I can survive like this for a couple of years, but it is time to start exploring other hardware options in anticipation of a continues deterioration of the Apple user experience.
Summary
iTunes 11 provides a horrible User experience. Stay with 10.7 if you are the type that really like listening to music.<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on Jan 26, 2014<p/>BTW, I downgraded to 11.1.4 (form 10.7) only because my iPhone died and any replacement had iOS7 which requires iTunes 11 for IPhone/iPad management. Apple forced me to 'upgrade' to a lesser product, they apparently seem to know better what I should be using. Thank you very much Apple. How terribly disappointing.
still some problems
macdad614October 25, 2013
Pros
faster (11.1.1) than previous versions. More useful info with the album display.
Cons
ONE album is displayed as several different albums but the same cover art. More difficult to change what I am duplicating in another format (Create New Version) other than mp3.
Summary
Better than previous versions. Do not know whether 11.1.2 makes any observable changes.
no go for iphones4
husarichOctober 13, 2013
Pros
none really.....
Cons
Sync between iPhone4 and iTunes11 does not work. If you're considering a new iPhone just remember in the future apple's new software will not support your phone when it is 4 years old.
Summary
iPhone4 was/is a great model and functions wonderfully, but apple is not supporting it in their new software.
Great But Keeping Crashing
Andy_Doson1August 22, 2013
Pros
I have been the itunes users all the time, and I like it very much.
Cons
It keep crashing and I don't know why. I changed to other media player for mac, and the condition is normal.
Summary

Developer’s Description

Manage your music and movie libraries on your Mac, iPod, iPhone, or iPad.

iTunes is a free application for your Mac or PC. It organizes and plays your digital music and video on your computer. It keeps all your content in sync. And it's a store on your computer, iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV that has everything you need to be entertained. Anywhere. Anytime.