iTunes 7.7 available now, remote control application confirmed

iTunes 7.7 is now available over software update. According to the release notes:

"Use iTunes 7.7 to sync music, video, and more with iPhone 3G, and download applications from the iTunes Store exclusively designed for iPhone and iPod touch with software version 2.0 or later. Also use the new Remote application for iPhone or iPod touch to control iTunes playback from anywhere in your home - a free download from the App Store."

Now, if only the App Store was available for our free, Remote control download... tap tap tap.

Update: Screenshot of iTunes 7.7 Remote control configuration screen (warning: it's not much) added after the break.

Update 2: Mac and PC direct downloads now available.

Update 3: According to MacRumors, 7.7 also appears to add Nike+ integration for the iPhone -- a move long rumored and now seemingly confirmed.

[Thanks, Edward G., Calvin P. and everyone who sent this in]

[4hoo2ligan0 Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:05AM]

for pc in cali now woo!

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:03AM]

Just downloaded it for my Mac

[GenBanks Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:04AM]

Someone has to say that every time there's an apple story...

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 12:38PM]

I'm installing it now, all seems to be good!

[gikku Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:11AM]

don't see it for Linux or freeBSD, boo hiss.

[aaronaut Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:12AM]

got itunes updatered but it's not letting me update to 2.0 and the itunes store does not show apps yet.

[aughscreennames Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:12AM]

how about some freakin UPNP support Apple? Some of us have PS3's or 360's and would like to have a mac streaming solution that doesnt cost money. kthx.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:13AM]

APPLE IS TAKING OVER NOW - NOTHING ELSE COMPARES

[dgiamanco Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:13AM]

Looks like they are slowly bringing 7.7 out on the apple website. The download itunes now link says 7.7 but gives you a download for 7.6. Guess I should just wait for the update to roll out for PC.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:15AM]

Meanwhile if you want to have a few bucks to spend on cool apps on Apple Store, there a contests for 300USD worth iTunes gift cards at http://lifesuxdaily.com/contest_july/

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:16AM]

Windows version is out now, but you may have to visit iTunes' webpage to get it.

[collegekid13 Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:17AM]

please excuse me but i'm not rushing out for this update

shutdowns pc

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:26AM]

Is that like touchdowns?

*shuts down ;)

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:19AM]

you can getit from apple.com for your PC too, I did...

[macduke Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:26AM]

Looks like 7.7 also includes references to Nike+iPod under the iPhone preferences. Perhaps the accelerometer will be put to good use with a Nike+iPod app on the app store tomorrow?

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:38AM]

Did anyone download the mobileme plugin from live gear today? I did and just checked it again and can't seem to log back on. It is saying wrong password. Must be waiting for the update.

[Gundam Tablet Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:43AM]

Crap, you beat me.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:45AM]

v7.7 now allows iPhone contacts synching with Google Contacts.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:46AM]

And still no XP 64 support? Go figure

[Standish Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:49AM]

i think jobs just hates cali...

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 5:00AM]

Nope, just hates stupid people who wont follow the link! http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:55AM]

Yep its not out for PC, downloaded it and it said Itunes 7.6.2 in the installer, and when i went check for updates it said it was the latest version. What the hell?

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 5:08AM]

I downloaded it like 30 minutes ago for PC and it says 7.7.0.43
Maybe you should try again?

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 5:13AM]

Im from texas(dallas). I tried updating apple software update and it doesnt show up there, you gotta go to their website and download it. Anyways on my itunes the application store doesnt show up? do you need to be an AT&T customer for that, i mean I dont think that should matter though. Im with tmobile and I syncd my unlocked/jailbroken Iphone(its still working fine nothing happened to it with itunes 7.7) and I dont see the applications store though

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 5:54AM]

Is it just me or can no one else in the uk get it?

It isn't appearing in Apple update nore on the apple uk site.
I downloaded it from the american site but it just reinstalled 7.6.

any one got any ideas?

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 6:07AM]

The App Store is up! I just downloaded iTunes 7.7. Went to Preferences -> General and checked the Applications box. And BOOM I can click on it and go in a download stuff! Sweet :)

Got the remote, unfortunately got no Wifi here!

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 10:42AM]

rob....yah...you can download apps, but they don't show up in the ipod/phone. You need the 2.0 OS....unless you know something I don't....

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 6:32AM]

Is it fine to sync jailbroken iPod Touches/iPhones with 7.7?
I'm a jb'd Touch on 1.1.4, so this won't brick it?

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 11:39AM]

I wouldnt do it for a while 2 be on the safe side.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 6:38AM]

I'm in Aus, just download it from the US site :).

[JoeH Posted Jul 10th 2008 9:55AM]

Sweet!
btw I hate nobody says ANYTHING about Ipod Touch!!!

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 10:24AM]

Interestingly with 7.7, I notice once you select the applications button in preferences, when you click "get more applications" in the Application Library, you can actually go to the store page and download the apps and buy them if you want....but without the 2.0 OS, I guess you can't do anything with them

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2008 10:26AM]

Interestingly with 7.7, I notice once you select the applications button in preferences, when you click "get more applications" in the Application Library, you can actually go to the store page and download the apps and buy them if you want....but without the 2.0 OS, I guess you can't do anything with them

[saintedward Posted Jul 10th 2008 4:38PM]

How come I can't upgrade to 2.0 even though I have iTunes 7.7? Please advise.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 11th 2008 7:34PM]

I've downloaded and installed Remote. It can see my library (it notices if I change its name) but later it'll say it cant find the library... strange...
The look of phones is checked. My wifi network is working fine... any ideas?

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 19th 2008 6:09PM]

Make sure not to upgrade as iTunes 7.7 is DOA. See all the pain and suffering at http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=7657185#7657185