I just heard that Apple has effectively killed iTunes for windows. They will no longer supply updates of any sort. Which means if I have MP3 music there’s no realistic way for me to put that onto my iPhone.

Now what I’m trying to figure out is if I got a new computer right now and I needed to install a piece of software to move my MP3’s onto my phone (on the basis I got a new phone) Could I download the iTunes software.?

Is iTunes even still downloadable?

If iTunes is not downloadable, how would I move music which I legally own onto my phone?

I would prefer to stay with an iPhone. So I guess the questions are about the iPhone.

My understanding is I could use Apple Music and sync my music archive from my computer onto my phone through Apple Music. But the problem is then have to keep paying Apple Music subscription, which is stupid since I already own the music.

  • happydoors@lemm.eeEnglish
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    13 days ago

    I haven’t seen anybody else mention that iTunes downloads and .exe exists for basically all versions that came out. Just not on the Apple site. It’s common for people to download old versions to try and work with old iPods or OS versions. Even if there is no “update” for iTunes on windows: what’s stopping you from using the current version until it breaks? It should still it’s job of transferring music to your current device for a long time

        • SynopsisTantilize@lemm.ee
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          8 days ago

          I don’t want to complicate anything. She only uses it for the browser and texting. No need to have her learn a new OS. Apple has been just fine for what she needs.

          • 𝚝𝚛𝚔@aussie.zoneEnglish
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            8 days ago

            If she only uses the browser and texting, whats to learn that’s different?

            I actually push my family members to buy Apple products because then I dont have to provide tech support but tbh if their usage is just tapping on like 3 different icons, there’s really no difference between the two from a UI point of view. And a mid-range Android phone that allows you to tape those 3 icons is probably 1/5th the cost of an iPhone.

            • SynopsisTantilize@lemm.ee
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              7 days ago

              Not worth transitioning and getting things set back up. Sometimes it’s easier to just stay with the old and leave the new to the willing.

  • Em Adespoton@lemmy.ca
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    14 days ago

    There’s really no reason for iTunes anymore.

    Got MP3s? Stick them in a fileshare on your PC and use the Files app to copy them onto your phone. Or run a streaming service and stream them over.

    But if you really want to manage everything from the PC, you can always use software like iMazing to do so.

    Lots of options, all better than iTunes.