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The latest iTunes features new tools like Genius to automatically create playlists and recommendations for your favorite songs.
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How to use iTunes 8 Tips
- Download and install iTunes 8 from Apple.
- An iTunes store account is required to activate Genius.
- Use the Genius button to immediately create a playlist.
- Use the Genius sidebar to find recommendations just for you.
- Use the grid view to play albums with one click.
- Watch your favorite shows in HD.
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Introduction
- Apple has released iTunes 8, which includes a new playlist feature called Genius.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8 Genius helps users auto-create playlists with a single click.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8 iTunes 8 also features grid view, HD TV shows, enhanced accessibility, and a new visualizer.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
Step 1: Download and install iTunes 8
- To start using iTunes 8, download and install it from the Apple site.Apple: ipod + iTunes
- Click on Download iTunes.Apple: Download iTunes
- Choose Run to start the installation.Apple: iTunes8 Tutorials
- Accept their License Agreement and confirm the Installation Options.Apple: iTunes8 Tutorials
- Your computer may need to be restarted before starting up iTunes 8 for the first time.
Step 2: Activating Genius
- To start using Genius, activate it with an iTunes account.Appletell: iTunes 8 and Genius first impressions
- Open iTunes 8 and click on the Genius button to begin activation.
- Enter your iTunes Store Account information (or create one). An iTunes account is required to turn on Genius.Appletell: iTunes 8 and Genius first impressions
- Agree to the terms of service.Appletell: iTunes 8 and Genius first impressions
- iTunes will gather information from your library to activate Genius.Appletell: iTunes 8 and Genius first impressions
- Once the activation is completed, you can start using Genius to create playlists.
Step 3: Using Genius
- Genius automatically creates a playlist with just one click.Apple: iTunes A to Z
- Select a song from your music library.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
- Click the Genius button.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
- iTunes generates a playlist of songs from your library that go great with the song you selected.Apple: iTunes A to Z
- The Genius playlist can list 25, 50, or 100 songs.Apple: iTunes A to Z
- You can also save your Genius playlist so you always have it. Apple: iTunes A to Z
- The Genius sidebar shows information on the artist as well as recommendations not in your library based on the song.Apple: iTunes A to Z
Step 4: More iTunes 8 features
- iTunes 8 also offers new features like grid view, HD TV shows, enhanced accessibility, and a new visualizer.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
- The new grid view displays your library library with cover art.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
- Your favorite TV shows are now available in high definition for $2.99.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
- Enjoy enhanced accessibility with iTunes 8. It is now screen reader friendly on both Mac and PC.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
- The new iTunes visualizer has even more mesmerizing light and 3D graphics that move to the beat of your music.Apple: What's new in iTunes 8
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