iPod Updater 2004-11-15 released

Apple Computer Inc. on Thursday released iPod Updater 2004-11-15, a new software update for Apple’s iPod and iPod mini devices, though this update is mainly aimed at iPod mini users. This update includes iPod mini software v1.2 and iPod software v3.0.2, for iPods with a Click Wheel. The updater includes the same software versions as iPod Updater 2004-10-20 for all other iPod models.

New features of iPod mini Software 1.2:

Compatibility with iTunes 4.7 and iTunes Music Store

Shuffle and play song library with one click (using the Shuffle Songs item in the main menu)

Create multiple On-The-Go playlists

Delete songs from On-The-Go playlists

Select reading playback speed for audiobooks

Hear Click Wheel clicker through headphones

Sync and go with improved disconnect performance

New features of iPod Software 3.0.2 provides:

Compatibility with iTunes 4.7 and iTunes Music Store

Improved USB 2.0 connectivity

The new software is available for download from the Software Update system preference pane. You can also download the software from Apple’s Web site.