Apple releases iTunes v7.7, Apple TV software v2.1

Apple early Thursday morning released iTunes 7.7, which has been designed exclusively for iPhone and iPod touch models that will be running iPhone software version 2.0 or later.

iTunes 7.7

The new version of the jukebox software for Mac OS X and Windows systems is necessary to support iPhone 3G, the iPhone 2.0 firmware update, and both downloading and syncing apps from the App Store for iPhones and the iPod touch.

The upgrade also includes explicit support for Apple's MobileMe push data service, which syncs calendars, contacts, and e-mail between the handheld devices as well as Macs and Windows PCs.

It also includes support for a new iTunes Remote app that allows any iPhone or iPod touch to steer iTunes media playback on a computer connected to the same local network.

Apple TV software v2.1

Separately, Apple also pushed out a new software update for its Apple TV set-top streaming media device.

The release, labeled Apple TV software v2.1, is available by checking for software updates under the Apple TV's settings panel on your TV.

Among the features of the new version are support for the aforementioned iTunes Remote application, as well as support for Apple's new Mobile Me service.

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40 Comments

davegee

said about 15 years ago

Downloading now... wondering if the 'other' developers will now have access to the new firmware as well... fingers crossed.

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walter slocombe

said about 15 years ago

7.7 up and running, no issues.

irnchriz

said about 15 years ago

Well, its installed.

Downloaded a load of apps as well. now I just have to wait for the updated firmware.

Mobile Me was up and running briefly. I got a pop-up taking me to software update which downloaded the Mobile Me mac update (8.6 MB). The website was pretty quick to load but fell over when it tried to load my email up.

Looks like they are still working on it.

bergermeister

said about 15 years ago

Up and running for a while now. No issues.

The App Store looks nice. Seems like a partial release... more goodness to come!

Many of the kinds of apps that I was hoping for have been released.

davegee

said about 15 years ago

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bergermeister

Up and running for a while now. No issues.

The App Store looks nice. Seems like a partial release... more goodness to come!

Many of the kinds of apps that I was hoping for have been released.

What you talking bout Willis?!?! Oh do you have the developer firmware 2.0 installed?? If so how many apps do you see in the App Store? and is the iTunes Remote listed?!?! AND if it is could you PLESAE supply some sorta screenshot of it running?!?!

Thanks!

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