The MP3 Players

The new version of iTunes allows users to browse, find, sample and subscribe to thousands of free radio, and synchronise to their iPods. Yes, in Apple’s word, Podcast is the next generation of radio!

The iTunes v4.9 has included the Podcast Directory, which features over 3,000 free audio programs. The content of these podcasts are namely from ABC News, Adam Curry, BBC, Clear Channel, The Dawn and Drew Show, Disney, Engadget, ESPN, Newsweek and NPR member stations such as KCRW in Los Angeles and WGBH in Boston. Meanwhile, the company has also launched a “Publish Podcasts to the Music Store� information page for submitting your own podcast RSS feed for consideration.

{ Download iTunes v4.9 }

{ via iPodlounge }

BadApple adds a Podcasts link to iTunes. This can be used to browse through categories to find podcasts. Double-clicking on the podcast will loads it into the iTunes library.

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For those who can’t wait for the release of iTunes v4.9, you can download BadApple here! Remember, please read BadFruit’s disclaimer:

BadApple is NOT from the Beatles. It’s also not from Apple Computer Inc. It’s definitely not endorsed or approved by Apple. In fact, I’m pretty sure they wouldn’t want you to use BadApple.

{ via Podcasting News }