| Developer(s) | Apple Inc. |
|---|---|
| Initial release | September 20, 2022 |
| Stable release | 1.768.13825.0
/ June 27, 2023 |
| Operating system | Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 |
| Platform | Windows |
| Size | 470 MB |
| License | Freeware |
Apple Devices is a Windows application for managing iOS devices. It is currently available in preview[1] and is part of Apple's planned split of iTunes into separate apps.[2] The application is distributed through the Microsoft Store for Windows 10 version 22H2 and later and is unique to Windows, because device management functionality is integrated into Finder on macOS.[3]
Similar to the build of iTunes released through the Microsoft Store, Apple Devices utilizes an embedded copy of Apple Application Support,[4] along with its components such as MobileDevice.[5] In contrast to iTunes, which relies on a port of macOS's AppKit to Win32, Apple Devices has been rebuilt using the Windows Runtime and Windows UI Library. It leverages the AMPDevices core frameworks, akin to those employed by Finder.
Version history
| Version | Release date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0.9729.0 | 2023 | Initial preview release. |
| 1.0.27906.0 | 2023 | |
| 1.512.9729.0 | 2023 | |
| 1.768.13825.0 | 2023 | |
| 1.1025.6145.0 | 2023 | |
| 1.1026.8961.0 | 2023 | |
| 1.1027.8449.0 | 2023 | Adds iPhone 15 graphics. |
References
- ↑ "Apple Devices Preview - Official app in the Microsoft Store". Microsoft Apps. Retrieved 2023-12-17.
- ↑ Carman, Ashley (2019-06-03). "Apple breaks up iTunes, creates separate Podcasts, TV, and Music apps for macOS". The Verge. Retrieved 2023-12-17.
- ↑ "iTunes is dead. Here's how to back up and sync your iPhone in MacOS Catalina". CNET. Retrieved 2023-12-17.
- ↑ "What is apple application support? - Apple Community". discussions.apple.com. Retrieved 2023-12-17.
- ↑ "Restart the Apple Mobile Device Service (AMDS) on Windows". Apple Support. Retrieved 2023-12-17.