First Look: Windows Media Player 11 Beta

Microsoft is putting a new face on Windows Media Player, with the application’s biggest overhaul in years. The company announced a beta version of the new player this morning, featuring a cleaner, Vista-like interface; integration with a new digital music store from MTV; and improved handling of large libraries and album art.

I’ve been playing around with the beta of Windows Media Player 11 for a while now, and the app’s streamlined look and improved performance have proved quite impressive. MTV’s new Urge music service (see “MTV Does Digital Music“) is deeply integrated with the player, letting you manage music downloads and subscription tracks in one interface… Read More

From PCWorld.com

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