iOS 7 beta 4 refines design of call buttons
Apple continues to refine certain elements in iOS 7 as seen in the fourth beta released on Monday.The phone buttons that appear in response to an incoming call are now less text-heavy, as noted by AppleInsider. The buttons for "remind me later" and "respond with text" have been renamed to simply "remind me" and "message" with icons to represent their roles.All the call buttons, including those for decline and answer, also have received a small aesthetic change. Their transparency has been reduced so they now appear almost opaque. Apple received a decidedly mixed reaction to the style changes that surfaced in the first iOS 7 beta. It now appears that each new beta is slightly dialing back some of the severity of those changes.Biometric scanner code discovered in the latest beta for iOS 7 also points to fingerprint recognition, a feature that could very well pop up in the iPhone either this year or next.Updated at 9:15 a.m. PT: to correct assertions that the iOS 7 beta 4 includes changes to Spotlight search. Those changes were present in prior betas.
Monday, March 23, 2015
iOS 6.1.4 gets jailbroken
iOS 6.1.4 gets jailbroken
iOS 6.1.4 has apparently been jailbroken just in advance of the expected announcement of iOS 7.On Saturday, a developer dubbed Winocm tweeted an image of iOS 6.1.4 running Cydia, the popular app used to install software on jailbroken devices. The image shows Cydia version 1.1.8 installed on an iPhone 5.But iOS users anxious to try out the jailbreak on their own iPhone may face a rough time. Unlike other jailbreaks that come as simple downloads, this one requires that you figure out how to tap into the iOS kernel yourself to use Winocm's code to install Cydia, according to Redmond Pie.Apple is expected to announce iOS 7 at a special event on Tuesday, along with one or more new iPhones. Assuming the company follows its usual pattern, the new iOS version would be available to users sometime before the end of the month. CNET will host a live blog of Apple's September 10 event.Catch CNET's live coverage of Apple's September 10 event here. Our coverage starts at 9 a.m. PT.
iOS 6.1.4 has apparently been jailbroken just in advance of the expected announcement of iOS 7.On Saturday, a developer dubbed Winocm tweeted an image of iOS 6.1.4 running Cydia, the popular app used to install software on jailbroken devices. The image shows Cydia version 1.1.8 installed on an iPhone 5.But iOS users anxious to try out the jailbreak on their own iPhone may face a rough time. Unlike other jailbreaks that come as simple downloads, this one requires that you figure out how to tap into the iOS kernel yourself to use Winocm's code to install Cydia, according to Redmond Pie.Apple is expected to announce iOS 7 at a special event on Tuesday, along with one or more new iPhones. Assuming the company follows its usual pattern, the new iOS version would be available to users sometime before the end of the month. CNET will host a live blog of Apple's September 10 event.Catch CNET's live coverage of Apple's September 10 event here. Our coverage starts at 9 a.m. PT.
iOS 6.1.2 reportedly will roll out next week to squash 6.1 bugs
iOS 6.1.2 reportedly will roll out next week to squash 6.1 bugs
Apple may be prepping iOS 6.1.2 for launch early next week. At least, that's the claim from German Apple blog site iFun.In a blog out today, iFun cited evidence that the next iOS update would probably be available before Wednesday.Courtesy of Google, the English translation of the German page reads a bit rusty. But the information was apparently based on checks with different mobile carriers, according to 9to5Mac.This sounds like something strictly for the rumor mill. However, iFun correctly pegged the launch of iOS 6.1.1 based on intel from the same sources, 9to5Mac added.iOS 6.1.2 would resolve at least a couple of glitches introduced with version 6.1.One bug due to be squashed keeps iOS 6.1 devices from syncing with Microsoft Exchange servers. Another flaw lets someone get through the iPhone's passcode through a specific series of steps, allowing that person to use the phone and listen to voice mails.In both cases, Apple said it was aware of the issue and was working on a fix.iOS 6.1.1 was released Monday, but only to iPhone 4s users, in an attempt to fix problems with cellular performance. Since then, several iPhone 4S users have complained that the battery drains faster after updating to 6.1.1.
Apple may be prepping iOS 6.1.2 for launch early next week. At least, that's the claim from German Apple blog site iFun.In a blog out today, iFun cited evidence that the next iOS update would probably be available before Wednesday.Courtesy of Google, the English translation of the German page reads a bit rusty. But the information was apparently based on checks with different mobile carriers, according to 9to5Mac.This sounds like something strictly for the rumor mill. However, iFun correctly pegged the launch of iOS 6.1.1 based on intel from the same sources, 9to5Mac added.iOS 6.1.2 would resolve at least a couple of glitches introduced with version 6.1.One bug due to be squashed keeps iOS 6.1 devices from syncing with Microsoft Exchange servers. Another flaw lets someone get through the iPhone's passcode through a specific series of steps, allowing that person to use the phone and listen to voice mails.In both cases, Apple said it was aware of the issue and was working on a fix.iOS 6.1.1 was released Monday, but only to iPhone 4s users, in an attempt to fix problems with cellular performance. Since then, several iPhone 4S users have complained that the battery drains faster after updating to 6.1.1.
iOS 6 already on 60 percent of iPhones in North America
iOS 6 already on 60 percent of iPhones in North America
The numbers follow a report from Chitika 24 hours after iOS 6 was released, which said that 15 percent of iOS users were already on the newest OS. The software was released September 19, and according to Apple, adds "over 200 new features." Chief among them is an entirely new maps application that uses Apple's own data; changes to Siri that add more information about movies, restaurants, and sports scores; as well as deep integration with Facebook. Related storiesiOS 6 already on 15 percent of devices, firm saysMountain Lion now on 3.2 percent of Macs, firm saysApple delivers iOS 6Of the features, the new maps app has drawn the most criticism, with users complaining of inaccuracies and a lack of detail when compared to the maps app that came before it, which used data from Google. Apple has since apologized for the quality of the software, and suggested alternatives. Worth pointing out is that the update can only be installed on newer Apple devices, starting at the iPhone 3GS and newer, the iPod Touch 4th generation and newer, and the iPad 2 and third-generation iPad models. It remains unclear how many older and ineligible models there are among the 400 million iOS devices.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.Play
The numbers follow a report from Chitika 24 hours after iOS 6 was released, which said that 15 percent of iOS users were already on the newest OS. The software was released September 19, and according to Apple, adds "over 200 new features." Chief among them is an entirely new maps application that uses Apple's own data; changes to Siri that add more information about movies, restaurants, and sports scores; as well as deep integration with Facebook. Related storiesiOS 6 already on 15 percent of devices, firm saysMountain Lion now on 3.2 percent of Macs, firm saysApple delivers iOS 6Of the features, the new maps app has drawn the most criticism, with users complaining of inaccuracies and a lack of detail when compared to the maps app that came before it, which used data from Google. Apple has since apologized for the quality of the software, and suggested alternatives. Worth pointing out is that the update can only be installed on newer Apple devices, starting at the iPhone 3GS and newer, the iPod Touch 4th generation and newer, and the iPad 2 and third-generation iPad models. It remains unclear how many older and ineligible models there are among the 400 million iOS devices.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.Play
iOS 6 allows tweets, Facebook posts from locked device
iOS 6 allows tweets, Facebook posts from locked device
To block the use of Siri on a locked device disable the feature in the Passcode Lock settings.Jessica Dolcourt/CNETUpgrading to iOS 6? Be careful about leaving your locked iPhone unattended unless you change some settings. Otherwise an unscrupulous stranger could order Siri to send tweets and Facebook posts from your account that you didn't make -- even if your phone is locked.Apple has added the ability for Siri to interact with Twitter and Facebook from the lock screen, just like you can use Siri to send text messages and e-mails and make calls on a locked device running iOS 5. If you don't want Siri to conduct these sorts of activities while the device is locked, you have to disable Siri in the Passcode Lock settings. I'm not trying to scare anyone, but many people may not know about this. It's convenient to be able to use Siri without typing in a passcode, but if you're prone to leaving your phone where others could have a go at it without you around, you should know about this feature.
To block the use of Siri on a locked device disable the feature in the Passcode Lock settings.Jessica Dolcourt/CNETUpgrading to iOS 6? Be careful about leaving your locked iPhone unattended unless you change some settings. Otherwise an unscrupulous stranger could order Siri to send tweets and Facebook posts from your account that you didn't make -- even if your phone is locked.Apple has added the ability for Siri to interact with Twitter and Facebook from the lock screen, just like you can use Siri to send text messages and e-mails and make calls on a locked device running iOS 5. If you don't want Siri to conduct these sorts of activities while the device is locked, you have to disable Siri in the Passcode Lock settings. I'm not trying to scare anyone, but many people may not know about this. It's convenient to be able to use Siri without typing in a passcode, but if you're prone to leaving your phone where others could have a go at it without you around, you should know about this feature.
iOS 5 code points to two iPad 3 models
iOS 5 code points to two iPad 3 models
Checking out the code files for USB devices in the iOS 5 firmware, TUAW uncovered references to an iPad3,1 and an iPad3,2.The current iPad is identified as three separate models internally--iPad2,1 (Wi-Fi version), iPad2,2 (GSM version), and iPad2,3 (CDMA version). So the two models found in iOS 5 may be for a Wi-Fi version and a cellular version, suggesting to MacRumors that the iPad 3 cellular version would be a "world-mode" device capable of running under either CDMA or GSM.The code contains no mention of a new iPod Touch device, which Apple typically unveils in September. Sources noted by TUAW believe that could mean Apple is reserving that month to shine the spotlight on a new iPhone instead.The new iOS 5 code also points to two new iPhone models--an iPhone4,1 and and iPhone4,2. However, those references had already been discovered earlier this year in the code for iOS 4.3, according to MacRumors.It's important to note that such code references as these doesn't always lead to actual products. An iPhone 3,2 (which actually would have been a third iPhone 4 model) mentioned in earlier iOS code never materialized.
Checking out the code files for USB devices in the iOS 5 firmware, TUAW uncovered references to an iPad3,1 and an iPad3,2.The current iPad is identified as three separate models internally--iPad2,1 (Wi-Fi version), iPad2,2 (GSM version), and iPad2,3 (CDMA version). So the two models found in iOS 5 may be for a Wi-Fi version and a cellular version, suggesting to MacRumors that the iPad 3 cellular version would be a "world-mode" device capable of running under either CDMA or GSM.The code contains no mention of a new iPod Touch device, which Apple typically unveils in September. Sources noted by TUAW believe that could mean Apple is reserving that month to shine the spotlight on a new iPhone instead.The new iOS 5 code also points to two new iPhone models--an iPhone4,1 and and iPhone4,2. However, those references had already been discovered earlier this year in the code for iOS 4.3, according to MacRumors.It's important to note that such code references as these doesn't always lead to actual products. An iPhone 3,2 (which actually would have been a third iPhone 4 model) mentioned in earlier iOS code never materialized.
Scosche announces its first car stereo and there's an app for it
Scosche announces its first car stereo and there's an app for it
LAS VEGAS--Scosche has been manufacturing car stereo dashboard mounting kits, wire harnesses, and installation accessories for so many years, but it has never offered a car stereo receiver of its own...until now.At the 2012 SEMA Show, Scosche showed off the SCDBTA60 Car Stereo Receiver. This unit features an internal four-channel amplifier that outputs a maximum of 40 watts per channel and three preamp outputs for adding external amps. It's got a CD player and an SD card slot, and can connect to your smartphone via Bluetooth (HFP and A2DP), USB, or an auxiliary input. By itself, it's a solid, yet simple single-DIN receiver that is probably best distinguished by its lowish MSRP of $139.95.With the ControlFreq app for iOS and Android you can stream audio to the receiver, select the audio source, and adjust the radio tuner.Antuan Goodwin/CNETHowever, the SCDBTA60 isn't by itself. It works hand in hand with Scosche's new ControlFreq app available for free in the iTunes App Store and the Google Play Market.From this app's colorful menus with large buttons the user can choose from the SCDBTA60's available audio sources, tune and save up to 30 radio presets, and adjust the volume and select from EQ presets. Basically, ControlFreq does the sorts of things that any decent car stereo (including the SCDBTA60 itself) can do using physical buttons and knobs.I suppose that if you're the one guy who makes use of the wireless remote control that older car stereos used to ship with, then ControlFreq could be useful. As for me, I'll adjust my volume with the knob on the unit, thanks.
LAS VEGAS--Scosche has been manufacturing car stereo dashboard mounting kits, wire harnesses, and installation accessories for so many years, but it has never offered a car stereo receiver of its own...until now.At the 2012 SEMA Show, Scosche showed off the SCDBTA60 Car Stereo Receiver. This unit features an internal four-channel amplifier that outputs a maximum of 40 watts per channel and three preamp outputs for adding external amps. It's got a CD player and an SD card slot, and can connect to your smartphone via Bluetooth (HFP and A2DP), USB, or an auxiliary input. By itself, it's a solid, yet simple single-DIN receiver that is probably best distinguished by its lowish MSRP of $139.95.With the ControlFreq app for iOS and Android you can stream audio to the receiver, select the audio source, and adjust the radio tuner.Antuan Goodwin/CNETHowever, the SCDBTA60 isn't by itself. It works hand in hand with Scosche's new ControlFreq app available for free in the iTunes App Store and the Google Play Market.From this app's colorful menus with large buttons the user can choose from the SCDBTA60's available audio sources, tune and save up to 30 radio presets, and adjust the volume and select from EQ presets. Basically, ControlFreq does the sorts of things that any decent car stereo (including the SCDBTA60 itself) can do using physical buttons and knobs.I suppose that if you're the one guy who makes use of the wireless remote control that older car stereos used to ship with, then ControlFreq could be useful. As for me, I'll adjust my volume with the knob on the unit, thanks.
Quickflix to deliver HBO shows close to broadcast
Quickflix to deliver HBO shows close to broadcast
HBO has held an investment in Quickflix since February 2012, which raised the hope that a streaming deal may come soon after as older HBO programs have been available for streaming since around the same time. It has taken over twelve months, but fans of HBO series are likely to be pleased to have the opportunity to access shows outside of Foxtel.To date, Apple iTunes has been the only place for non-Foxtel customers to gain access to HBO shows close to broadcast, with Game of Thrones seasons two and three having been available shortly after US broadcast.The Quickflix deal is a sales arrangement, which means that the programming will not be available as part of a Quickflix subscription. Programs will be available for purchase as seasons or single programs to anyone, including non-subscribers.The service will allow programs to be downloaded or streamed to a range of devices, including tablets, mobiles, computers and Smart TV platforms â€" wherever the Quickflix app is available. Up to five devices can be registered.In spite of a range of progress, 2012 was not an easy year for Quickflix. But deals like HBO may see Quickflix push forward in 2013.
HBO has held an investment in Quickflix since February 2012, which raised the hope that a streaming deal may come soon after as older HBO programs have been available for streaming since around the same time. It has taken over twelve months, but fans of HBO series are likely to be pleased to have the opportunity to access shows outside of Foxtel.To date, Apple iTunes has been the only place for non-Foxtel customers to gain access to HBO shows close to broadcast, with Game of Thrones seasons two and three having been available shortly after US broadcast.The Quickflix deal is a sales arrangement, which means that the programming will not be available as part of a Quickflix subscription. Programs will be available for purchase as seasons or single programs to anyone, including non-subscribers.The service will allow programs to be downloaded or streamed to a range of devices, including tablets, mobiles, computers and Smart TV platforms â€" wherever the Quickflix app is available. Up to five devices can be registered.In spite of a range of progress, 2012 was not an easy year for Quickflix. But deals like HBO may see Quickflix push forward in 2013.
New OWC external Blu-ray recorder reads HD-DVD, too
New OWC external Blu-ray recorder reads HD-DVD, too
Sony released a new internal Blu-ray recorder, the BWU-300S, a while ago. But if your computer doesn't have an empty bay to take it, you'll appreciate what Other World Computing announced Wednesday: an all new external Blu-ray recorder, called Mercury Pro, that features all four interfaces, including FireWire 800, FireWire 400, USB 2.0, and eSATA.The new OWC Mercury Pro drive supports 4x Blu-ray write speed (or 150MB per second). At this speed it can finish a single-layer Blu-ray disc (25GB) in 30 minutes or a double-layer disc (50GB) in an hour. While this is only half the write speed of the Sony internal drive, the new OWC Mercury Pro is still twice the speed of its predecessor and for now rated the fastest external Blu-ray recorder.The drive is compatible with both PCs and Macs, and OWC says it's been tested with third-party recording/playing software, including Apple iTunes, EMC Retrospect Express, NTI DragonBurn, Roxio Toast, Roxio Easy Media Creator, and Nero Burning ROM.The new OWC Mercury Pro supports reading and recording virtually all optical media, including Blu-ray, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W, and CD-R/W. It also reads HD DVDs, which the Sony BWU-300S can't. This is rather significant as there are still a lot of HD DVD movies on the market, though the format war ended at the beginning of the year.The new OWC Mercury Pro Blu-ray drive comes in two models: the SW-5583 and the SW-5583T, which cost $499.99 and $579.99, respectively. They are identical and come with all connections' cables plus starter media, with one exception. The SW-5583T also comes with a full retail version of Roxio Toast 9 Titanium for Mac OS X.
Sony released a new internal Blu-ray recorder, the BWU-300S, a while ago. But if your computer doesn't have an empty bay to take it, you'll appreciate what Other World Computing announced Wednesday: an all new external Blu-ray recorder, called Mercury Pro, that features all four interfaces, including FireWire 800, FireWire 400, USB 2.0, and eSATA.The new OWC Mercury Pro drive supports 4x Blu-ray write speed (or 150MB per second). At this speed it can finish a single-layer Blu-ray disc (25GB) in 30 minutes or a double-layer disc (50GB) in an hour. While this is only half the write speed of the Sony internal drive, the new OWC Mercury Pro is still twice the speed of its predecessor and for now rated the fastest external Blu-ray recorder.The drive is compatible with both PCs and Macs, and OWC says it's been tested with third-party recording/playing software, including Apple iTunes, EMC Retrospect Express, NTI DragonBurn, Roxio Toast, Roxio Easy Media Creator, and Nero Burning ROM.The new OWC Mercury Pro supports reading and recording virtually all optical media, including Blu-ray, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W, and CD-R/W. It also reads HD DVDs, which the Sony BWU-300S can't. This is rather significant as there are still a lot of HD DVD movies on the market, though the format war ended at the beginning of the year.The new OWC Mercury Pro Blu-ray drive comes in two models: the SW-5583 and the SW-5583T, which cost $499.99 and $579.99, respectively. They are identical and come with all connections' cables plus starter media, with one exception. The SW-5583T also comes with a full retail version of Roxio Toast 9 Titanium for Mac OS X.
iTunes ready for iOS 4; new App helps devs connect_0
iTunes ready for iOS 4; new App helps devs connect
Just weeks ahead of the official release of Apple's next-generation operating system for mobile devices, iOS 4, the App Store is ready to accept iOS 4 apps. To make the process easier, Apple released an App specially designed to help developers track sales and trend data, right from their iPhones.Apple's iOS 4 incorporates everything from video calling to multitasking, separating Apple's mobile device operating system even further from the competition, and those apps are now being accepted for the App Store. Developer's are sure to be excited about the many enhancements offered by Apple's iOS 4, including multitasking for background audio apps, VoIP, background and push notifications, task finishing, and fast app switching, iAds--Apple's new advertising platform--the new social gaming network GameCenter, and 1,500 new APIs covering calendar access, in-app SMS, photo library access, video playback and capture, map kit improvements, and a new quick look feature.Apple has also released a new App to aid developers in the creation of the next great apps for the iOS 4 platform. According to Apple, the iTunes Connect Mobile App for developers:"Allows developers to access their sales and trend data from iTunes Connect. You can now view your daily and weekly sales data related to updates, paid and free apps as well as In-App purchases. Whether at the office, at home or on the go, iTunes Connect Mobile keeps you informed about your sales numbers right on your iPhone or iPod touch."The iTunes Connect Mobile application will work on iPhone OS 3.x (including on the iPad) and is available on iTunes now.
Just weeks ahead of the official release of Apple's next-generation operating system for mobile devices, iOS 4, the App Store is ready to accept iOS 4 apps. To make the process easier, Apple released an App specially designed to help developers track sales and trend data, right from their iPhones.Apple's iOS 4 incorporates everything from video calling to multitasking, separating Apple's mobile device operating system even further from the competition, and those apps are now being accepted for the App Store. Developer's are sure to be excited about the many enhancements offered by Apple's iOS 4, including multitasking for background audio apps, VoIP, background and push notifications, task finishing, and fast app switching, iAds--Apple's new advertising platform--the new social gaming network GameCenter, and 1,500 new APIs covering calendar access, in-app SMS, photo library access, video playback and capture, map kit improvements, and a new quick look feature.Apple has also released a new App to aid developers in the creation of the next great apps for the iOS 4 platform. According to Apple, the iTunes Connect Mobile App for developers:"Allows developers to access their sales and trend data from iTunes Connect. You can now view your daily and weekly sales data related to updates, paid and free apps as well as In-App purchases. Whether at the office, at home or on the go, iTunes Connect Mobile keeps you informed about your sales numbers right on your iPhone or iPod touch."The iTunes Connect Mobile application will work on iPhone OS 3.x (including on the iPad) and is available on iTunes now.
iOS 7 upgraders reporting installation, iTunes issues
iOS 7 upgraders reporting installation, iTunes issues
The update to iOS 7 has not been smooth sailing for all.Many users on Twitter, as well as on Apple's support site are reporting issues when attempting to install the update, which went out earlier today. Affected users are reporting that the downloads will stop, with a warning error pop-up that says the "software update failed." Others are saying they cannot connect to the iTunes Store to update apps.The likely culprit is that Apple's servers, which are pushing out the update over the air as well as through iTunes, are being hit by many users attempting to get the download. Nonetheless, according to Apple's services page, all its various services are up and running. Worth noting is that the update is larger than most Apple has put out in the past. It can range in the mid-600MB range for older iPhone and iPad users, and go up to 935MB for users on Apple's fourth-generation iPad. Users also need to have lots of free space available for the downloaded update to install, which can top 3GB in some cases.CNET has reached out to Apple for comment, and we'll update this post when we know more.Update at 12:23 p.m. PT: In addition to the issues surrounding iOS 7 installation and app updates, some users are also reporting issues with Apple's activation servers. It's unclear how widespread this is.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.Play
The update to iOS 7 has not been smooth sailing for all.Many users on Twitter, as well as on Apple's support site are reporting issues when attempting to install the update, which went out earlier today. Affected users are reporting that the downloads will stop, with a warning error pop-up that says the "software update failed." Others are saying they cannot connect to the iTunes Store to update apps.The likely culprit is that Apple's servers, which are pushing out the update over the air as well as through iTunes, are being hit by many users attempting to get the download. Nonetheless, according to Apple's services page, all its various services are up and running. Worth noting is that the update is larger than most Apple has put out in the past. It can range in the mid-600MB range for older iPhone and iPad users, and go up to 935MB for users on Apple's fourth-generation iPad. Users also need to have lots of free space available for the downloaded update to install, which can top 3GB in some cases.CNET has reached out to Apple for comment, and we'll update this post when we know more.Update at 12:23 p.m. PT: In addition to the issues surrounding iOS 7 installation and app updates, some users are also reporting issues with Apple's activation servers. It's unclear how widespread this is.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.Play
How to manage a large digital media collection
How to manage a large digital media collection
Play media. This is where things can get rough for large collections. Some players just don't know what to do with more than 10,000-20,000 files, and others just slow down to a crawl when searching or browsing. My favorite player is the free, open-source, cross-platform XBMC, though Songbird and foobar2000 are both popular choices. Be warned, though--your first scan with any new program is going to take several hours. You are much better off tagging files first (see above), because once they're all tagged, you'll just have to go through that long, painful scan again.Play media with XBMC.Stream media. Streaming your media might be the best answer for your immense collection, though once again, tagging is key here. If you want a portable music solution that can work on mobile devices and computers far from your home network, consider Audiogalaxy. It's free, but it does require you to keep a computer on at all times, or at least when you want to play your music. It takes a while to assess your library, and is limited to 200,000 songs (not much of a limit unless you're part of the 1 percent), but you can then find and play them easily from any computer, Android, or iOS device.Stream music with Audiogalaxy.
Play media. This is where things can get rough for large collections. Some players just don't know what to do with more than 10,000-20,000 files, and others just slow down to a crawl when searching or browsing. My favorite player is the free, open-source, cross-platform XBMC, though Songbird and foobar2000 are both popular choices. Be warned, though--your first scan with any new program is going to take several hours. You are much better off tagging files first (see above), because once they're all tagged, you'll just have to go through that long, painful scan again.Play media with XBMC.Stream media. Streaming your media might be the best answer for your immense collection, though once again, tagging is key here. If you want a portable music solution that can work on mobile devices and computers far from your home network, consider Audiogalaxy. It's free, but it does require you to keep a computer on at all times, or at least when you want to play your music. It takes a while to assess your library, and is limited to 200,000 songs (not much of a limit unless you're part of the 1 percent), but you can then find and play them easily from any computer, Android, or iOS device.Stream music with Audiogalaxy.
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