iTunes Video, also known as iTunes 6, is the new version of iTunes that offers downloads of videos and hit television shows which can be viewed directly on your computer (PC or Mac), and also on your brand spanking new video iPod. Both the new iTunes and the new video iPod were announced today by Apple.

“We’re doing for video what we’ve done for music - we’re making it easy and affordable to purchase and download, play on your computer, and take with you on your iPod,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “Right out of the gate we’re offering 2,000 music videos, Pixar’s short films and hit primetime TV shows like ‘Desperate Housewives’ and ‘Lost’.”

“For the first time ever, hit primetime shows can be purchased online the day after they air on TV,” said Robert Iger, CEO of the Walt Disney Company. “We’re delighted to be working with Apple to offer fans a new and innovative way to experience our wildly popular shows like ‘Desperate Housewives’ ‘Lost’ and…

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