Software Update: Windows Media Player 10 Technical Beta

Prewestnl found the beta of Windows Media Player 10 on the Windows Media website. With WMP you can not only play music, but you can also watch movies, rip CDs and copy. Found problems can be this one Microsoft newsgroup to be reported. Developers who want to get started with WMP 10 can here find all information about the SDK. The following points have been changed and improved since the previous versions:

• Sleek New Design. A streamlined and sleek new design delivers a fresh new look and improved ease of use, including faster access to top Player tasks. The most important Player features are now in a more prominent position in the library, enabling users to accomplish everyday digital media tasks all in one convenient place and to take advantage of the powerful capabilities of the Player while browsing the library.
• Choice of Online Stores. Introducing the first “Digital Media Mall” enabling you to discover, download, rent or stream music and video within the Player from a choice of online stores. These stores enjoy deeper integration and customization within the Player to enhance their functionality and ease of use.
• Enhanced Device Support. A wide selection of devices are supported with this release, including a host of current portable music players and new Portable Media Center devices that will be available later this year. A major component of this rich device support includes a new feature called Auto Sync which enables the seamless, automatic synchronization of music, video, and even recorded TV and photos to supported portable devices.
• Improved All-in-One Smart Jukebox. Windows Media Player 10 Technical Beta builds upon the award-winning Windows Media Player 9 Series, delivering fast and flexible playback, unmatched audio and video quality, and smart jukebox features designed to save you time and effort.

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