iTunes 10: A Social Music Experience

To compliment their freshly updated line of iPods, Apple has released iTunes 10 software. Replacing the tried and true CD based icon with a new aqua orb, the icon change only hints at the new features that lie within the program. Aside from a slightly re-skinned UI, the standout feature of iTunes 10 is Ping.

Ping is a new music orientated social network which resides within iTunes. Users can easily join the network from within the software and create a profile focused around their musical tastes. Ping users can follow their favorite artists, stay up on industry news, and share what they’re listening to with friends. Ping includes numerous personalized features that provide users with up to date concert listings as well as customized Ping Charts. Both of these features update depending on what artists a user is following, and what their friends are listening to.

iTunes 10 is available now. It can either be obtained here or through Software Update. Please note that Mac OS X 10.5.8 Leopard is required to install.