Apple Computer announced Tuesday the launch of the iTunes Store (formerly the iTunes Music Store) in New Zealand. The company also announced the online Apple Store for purchasing Macs and iPods. The iTunes Store is opening with more than two million songs priced at NZ$1.79 (US$1.23) per single and NZ$17.99 (US$12.34) per album. Music videos are priced at NZ$3.59 (US$2.46).
"We’re thrilled to bring the iTunes Store and the online Apple Store to our customers in New Zealand just in time for the holidays," said Eddy Cue, Apple’s vice president of iTunes. "With over two million songs, the iTunes Store features the largest catalogue of local and international music in New Zealand, and with the new online Apple Store, it’s easier than ever to shop for everything from a personally engraved iPod to a customized Mac."
Apple also said that the music catalog includes exclusive tracks from New Zealand artists Fat Freddy’s Drop, Brooke Fraser, Tim Finn, The Datsuns and Bic Runga as well other New Zealand acts like Shihad, Crowded House, The Black Seeds, Breaks Co-Op, Elemeno P and Dei Hamo.
Apple also launched iPod (RED) in 4GB and 8GB capacities in the New Zealand market.ommended. The iTunes Store for all markets is accessed via iTunes 7.