Windows users looking for an alternative to iTunes might want to consider XPlay 2.1 for their iPod fix. The new version adds support for the iPod Shuffle and Windows 98se/ME.

Mediafour Corporation, developer of XPlay, today announced the release of XPlay version 2.1, which adds support for the iPod shuffle.

The new version of XPlay allows users of Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 and XP to take advantage of the iPod shuffle. Along with support for the iPod shuffle, XPlay 2.1 introduces support for all USB-connected iPods under Windows 98SE and Me.