10 Major Apple iTunes Annoyances

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10 Major Apple iTunes Annoyances Apple's iTunes music management software is slow, irrational, and downright annoying--especially for Windows users. Let us count the ways. Share: App Collection: Mobile Deal Finders If you've got an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, finding a great deal is never more than a few taps away. Share: iPod Nano Getting Camera Back: Rumor The seventh-generation of the device will reportedly keep the sixth-generation model's smaller design and touch interface, and add a 1.3-megapixel camera. Share: App Review: City of Secrets Graphics and voice work shines; the game itself doesnt. Share: Amazon Cloud Player Adds iOS Support The music service now supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. Share: App Review: iSSH - SSH / VNC Console Utility is indispensable for iOS device-toting admins Share: Apple May Provide Over-the-Air Updates for iOS, Mac OSX Apple is reportedly interested in introducing wireless OS updates, removing the need for a computer in the process. 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