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Music WithMe wirelessly syncs Android and iTunes for FREE
March 17, 2011 | by Andrew Kameka
Android App Reviews, Entertainment, Multimedia, Tools
People who need to sync iTunes and Android now have a free option in a relaunched Android app. We previously wrote about a great Android app that wirelessly transfers music from your Mac/PC, but many scoffed at its $14.99 price. After taking user feedback and some time away from the Android Market, Music WithMe has returned as a free music sync app with a social twist.
Music WithMe is an Android 2.1 or higher app that can sync music from iTunes to Android phones. Both doubleTwist and WinAmp provide wireless sync, but users must make the switch to those desktop media players in order to take full advantage of that feature. WithMe lets users stay with iTunes and transfer songs based on Artist, Album, or Playlists. The app syncs over Wi-Fi or 3G, so you can grab an album or two even if you’re not home.
My only complaint with Music WithMe is that it does a poor job of showing download progress. It took me several minutes of attempting my second sync before I realized that the desktop download helper must always be on for sync to work (tip: set the helper to auto-start). While there is a “Current Downloads” section of the Status tab in the app, nothing ever happens there even when my Macbook shows that downloads are in-progress. However, I’m pleased to report that the music eventually landed on my HTC EVO microSD card.
Anyone needing to sync iTunes with Android should download Music WithMe. The app is free and – other than the progress snafu that will likely be addressed in a bug update – moves without issue. As someone who constantly plugs-in his phone to add new music files, I appreciate being able to add to my phone music library without having to do much work. I can simply move songs to an “EVO Playlist” in iTunes or automatically add new music by syncing a”Recently Added” smart playlist. Then it’s back to doubleTwist, PowerAMP, WinAmp, or whatever music player gets your blood pumping.
Music WithMe requires Android 2.1 or higher, and a desktop download helper on your Mac or Windows PC. Visit Music.withme.com for help in the set-up process.
KEY FEATURES
- Sync Android phones and iTunes library (Artist, Album, Playlist)
- Sync over Wi-Fi or 3G
- Recommend song through the Android share app lists
App: Music WithMe
Price: FREE
Website: http://music.withme.com
Thanks for the review Andrew. And thanks for the feedback on the current download progress information. We'll definitely working to improve that. My recent post Getting and Sharing Music Just Got a Lot Easier
FTA: "Both doubleTwist and WinAmp provide wireless sync, but users must make the switch to those desktop media players in order to take full advantage of that feature." - How is Music WithMe (MWM) any different? After all, it only works with iTunes, which means you're completely out of luck with the app if you don't use Apple's software. I really don't understand why so many developers target iTunes as if it's the only music player in existence. IMO the best mobile music solution is Audiogalaxy: free unlimited streaming of your music regardless of what desktop player you use.
That's great if you have enough signal to stream music. There are a bunch of people who actually want to sync their music for offline play. Plus iTunes has a huge installed base with no easy to sync to android phones. A lot of the other audio players, (winamp anyone?) has a sync solution for android. Nobody expects apple to provide a way to sync iTunes to anything but apple devices so the demand for 3rd party solutions exists.
Can it transcode itunes music that still has DRM on it?
How did you end up completely glossing over the Facebook required login?? For myself and many others, that is a strict no-go. I'd much rather pay for a service than give it access to my personal info.
Bet you can't guess what I am going to download right now! Seriously though, I think it is excellent that I will not have to make a sketchy transition to media players that I do not want to have as my main players. My recent post 10 Top Android Market Alternative App Stores
I am using TunesReflex to play my favorite itunes music in android
Andrew, I thought you'd like to know we have done several updates to Music WithMe since March. Looking back at these screen shots, it's amazing how much has changed. We'd love to get you new screen shots update what Music WithMe does. A couple of the new features include sharing and discovering music with friends over Twitter, Facebook, email or SMS. You can also see what your twitter friends are sharing even if they are using other services such as Pandora, Rdio or Last.FM. Lastly, when you find a new song you love you can purchase it from the app and it will be sync'd back to your desktop automatically put into iTunes for you! We love to hear everyone's comments and feedback.
@andrew we've got a new version coming and I'd love to send you a preview APK. Ping me at jeff {at} parkvu {dot} com.
There are many ways to sync iTunes music with an Android phone or tablet. Here is an article that demonstrates 4 easy ways to transfer itunes music to android device.
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