This is a workaday software update for Apple’s iTunes, covering specific issues (i.e. an first-gen iPad sync issue) and your garden variety performance and reliability problems. And, there is security content in this patch, as well. So, please, step inside for the details.

iTunes 10.6.3, download
— Addresses a problem where iTunes may become unresponsive when syncing an iPad (1st generation) that contains an iBooks textbook
— Fixes a problem where photos synced to a device may appear in an unexpected order
— Resolves an issue where iTunes may unexpectedly delete playlists created on a device
— Fixes issues where iTunes may unexpectedly delete apps on a device
— Improves overall performance and reliability
— Also available for Windows (64 bit), download

There’s also Security Content in iTunes 10.6.3, which addresses issues related to a maliciously constructed .m3u playlist or webpage that could result in arbitrary code execution.

And, for all of the developer cats in the crowd, iTunes 10.6.3 is requirement to work with an iPhones, iPod touch or iPad running iOS 6, which is currently available as a beta.

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