iTunes MiniStore Now Asks First

The new iTunes MiniStore feature in the latest version of Apple's iTunes has been changed so that now the user has to activate it first.

The MiniStore that gives suggestion on possible iTunes Music store purchases, based on what you are listening to has caused more panic than a fox in the chicken house, and many users have been trembling in fear at the thought that Apple was secretly collecting information about their music.

Although there have been assurances from Apple officials that no information is collected from the user in the process, many did not believe it. A big part of the problem was the fact that there was nothing in the Read ME file or elsewhere to explain how the MiniStore works, and what information is used, as well as what information is being kept by Apple.

In order to put an end to the fears of the masses, the MiniStore area now tells you:

"The iTunes MiniStore allows you to discover new music and videos right from your iTunes Library. As you select items in your Library, information about that item is sent to Apple and the MiniStore will show you related songs or videos. Apple does not keep any information related to the contents of your music Library.
Would you like to turn on the MiniStore now?"

A button on the bottom of the iTunes window provides for easy activation and deactivation, and this is clearly marked out by a big arrow pointing towards it.