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There's a new, universal search feature in both the Music app and iTunes 12.2 that can find songs, playlists, albums, and artists—whether they’re locally-stored or available in Apple’s online catalog. If you don't subscribe to Apple Music, you’ll be able to search Apple Music radio stations and the iTunes Store in lieu of the streaming catalog.
For some, the advent of Apple Music will mean their own personal collections will become small seas in the giant oceans of the full streaming catalog. For others, however, who don't want streaming, My Music is still the place or organize and enjoy your personally purchased or ripped music. There are four ways to add songs to My Music within the Music app or iTunes 12.2.
Playlists have always been the best way to group all the music you want to listen to together.
Both iTunes and the Music app pack a ton of functionality into relatively compact apps: Apple Music, iTunes Match radio, your library, Connect, and so much more. If you’re having trouble finding your own library content, here are the best ways to organize your tracks and other media.
Before you get started with Apple Music, you’ll need an Apple ID. Chances are you’ve already created an Apple ID; if you have an iCloud account, for instance, or you’ve ever purchased music on iTunes, you’re all set and can log in. If you don’t, here’s a quick primer on creating an ID and setting it up in iTunes.
Apple Music's recommendation engines work magic—but they have to know what you like. Here's how to help them along.
Looking for an archived Beats 1 show in podcast form? Apple's created a special Featured section just for those replays.
Ever wanted to be a DJ? Now you can mix up what's coming next in Apple Music, just by giving Siri commands. Here's how to organize a killer on the go playlist just with your words!
Keep the songs you love from Beats 1 and Apple Music for good—whether you have an active subscription or not.
Whether you're heading out for a run, hitting the gym, doing rounds, or doing housework, your Apple Watch can hold up to 2 GB of music all on its own. All you have to do is sync a playlist over from your iPhone. The transfer is wireless and best of all, it's easy to do.
Miss a Beats 1 show? Here's the easiest way to catch up with Apple Music's DJs and specialty programs.
Matching songs is hard, and iCloud Music Library definitely has a few bugs. But don't panic: You can keep it from messing up your library pretty easily.
Can't figure out how to make the most of Connect? Don't panic: We're here to help.
Want to turn on iCloud Music Library? Or turn it off? No problem: Here's how to enable or disable it with just a few clicks and taps.
Apple Music and iTunes Match incorporate a feature called iCloud Music Library. Here's everything you need to know about it, how to use it, and how to turn it off if it's messing up your music.
You may not have known this, but you can download any content on Connect labeled a "Song": This includes actual songs, interviews, or even full Beats 1 shows. The option is slightly hidden, but here's how to find it.
Can't fave a song you love from Beats 1? A cocktail of bugs and music licensing are at fault.
Want to save some space and get rid of all the tracks stored on your iOS device? Here's how.
Why can't you favorite certain Beats 1 songs or add them to your library, or download some past Beats 1 shows as podcasts? It's all about the Benjamins, baby—and the song licensing issues that follow them.
Want to rock out with the DJs and shows on Beats 1? Here are all the ways you can do so.