As of September 2019, iTunes as we know it will cease to exist. Apple has made the decision to shut down the 18-year-old digital media software and replace it with three separate apps: Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and Apple TV. This move comes as part of Apple’s efforts to streamline its services and enhance the user experience.
With the shutdown of iTunes, many people may be wondering what will happen to their existing music library. The good news is that your music will not disappear into thin air. Apple has assured users that all their music, including purchased songs, will still be available in the new Apple Music app.
When you open the new Apple Music app, you will find your entire music library intact. All the songs you have purchased or uploaded to iTunes will be there, organized just as they were in the old iTunes library. You can still create playlists, browse your music collection, and enjoy your favorite tunes.
In addition to retaining your music library, Apple Music offers several new features and improvements. It provides access to over 50 million songs for streaming, curated playlists, personalized recommendations, and the ability to follow your favorite artists. With a subscription to Apple Music, you can also download songs for offline listening and access exclusive content such as live radio stations.
For those who have been using iTunes for podcast listening, the transition to the new Apple Podcasts app should be seamless. All your subscribed podcasts, downloaded episodes, and saved favorites will transfer over to the new app. You can continue to enjoy your favorite podcasts and discover new ones in an updated and dedicated podcast listening experience.
As for movies and TV shows, they will now be available in the Apple TV app. This app not only allows you to purchase or rent movies and TV shows, but also provides access to streaming services like Hulu, HBO, and Amazon Prime Video. You can easily browse and watch your favorite content all in one place.
To summarize, while iTunes as a standalone software will no longer exist, your music library and other media will not disappear. You will still have access to your purchased songs, podcasts, movies, and TV shows through the new Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and Apple TV apps. The transition to these new apps aims to provide a more streamlined and enhanced user experience for enjoying your digital media.