iTunes 9: Custom Mixes
Apple released a new version of iTunes 9 today, and it’s chock full of new features. Check out the official What’s New in iTunes page to learn about iTunes LP, Extras, and more. I want to tell you about another new feature–my favorite–called Genius Mixes:
Perfect mixes come automatically.
Meet Genius Mixes. This new feature searches your iTunes library, finds songs that go great together, and creates multiple mixes you’ll love. All automatically. These mixes are like channels programmed entirely with your music. You may discover songs you never knew you had — and rediscover forgotten favorites.
They’re actually as good as Apple claims they are. To get started with genius mixes, first update your iTunes to version 9, then click on Store->Update Genius:
Then you’ll see a new “Genius Mixes” under the Genius bar on the left hand side:
This brilliant feature then scans your library, clusters your music into your favorite styles, and mashes them together into a continuous listening experience. My iTunes has suggested Rap, R&B, Metal, 4 Pop Mixes, Rock, Alternative, Latin, Japanese, and Electronic. Too bad there’s no Chinese mix, because I have an absolute ton of Japanese music:
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hey, how much japanese pop music do you have, because i have a lot, but genius will NOT make a mix for me.