July 17, 2012

Using iTunes Match - even when you're not online.

If you're an iTunes Match subscriber who lives where you can count on an Internet connection wherever you are, you don't need to worry about what music is on the device you're carrying--you can always access it via iCloud. But Internet connectivity isn't always reliable, especially during the summer travel months. To see what music you have stored locally on your device, open Settings, go to Music, turn off Show All Music, then return to the Music app to browse your library. You'll see cloud icons wherever there's music in your library that's not on the device. Tap the ones you want to add to your local library. For albums, scroll to the bottom of the list for a Download All button. That way you'll have the music you want with you even in the remotest parts of the earth.