Another rumor being bandied about contends that a new version of iTunes is nigh. This update--iTunes 9, perhaps?--could include interactive elements, photos, lyrics, and more with purchased music (the so-called ), as well as iPhone/iPod touch app organization capabilities and perhaps even Blu-ray support or DVD-ripping.

And then there's the perpetual rumor of The Beatles finally making their way onto the iTunes Store--this year's version of the rumor has timed the Beatles' long-delayed arrival at iTunes to coincide with the release of the band's remastered catalog. Those rumors have cooled considerably in recent days, only to be rekindled by a story Tuesday that none other than Yoko Ono has that The Beatles were soon to appear on the iTunes Store. (EMI's global catalog chief has since , so it looks like future generations will get to continue the annual tradition of guessing when the Beatles' music might wind up on iTunes.)

Finally, everyone is taking bets on whether Steve Jobs will attend or participate in Wednesday's event. The Apple CEO recently after a six-month leave of absence that included . Jobs hasn't appeared at an Apple event since October 2008 when the company .

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