INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
After killing off iTunes for macOS, Apple could be looking to do the same for Windows
The company has posted a job listing seeking a senior software engineer to work on Windows media apps, fuelling speculation that an iTunes
successor could be in the works.While the job ad doesn't give too much away, it does give a tantalizing glimpse into the future
In the listing, Apple says: "The Media Apps team is looking for a creative senior software engineer to work on the next generation of media
You will help build innovative features that will delight millions of customers around the world."Neowin noticed the job posted on LinkedIn,
but it can also be seen on the Apple site
In the qualification requirements, Apple says that "experience with UWP is a big plus".The apparent embracing of UWP (Universal Windows
Platform) means that Apple could well be looking to create a modern follow-up to iTunes that could be used not only on Windows 10 computers,
but also on Xbox One consoles and other devices.Apple doesn't mention iTunes by name in the ad, but as the suggestion that the job will
appeal "if you love music and you are passionate about writing code" is a pretty strong indication as to what's in store.Having split iTunes
up into three separate apps – Apple Music, Apple TV, Books and Podcasts – in macOS Catalina, many people thought it a little strange
that the app so many people love to hate lived on in Windows 10
Is iTunes finally getting the chop for Windows users? Time will tell.
