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Telestream released Flip4Mac WMV Player 2.1.3.3 beta. Flip4Mac enables QuickTime to play Windows Media Video (WMV).

According to Telestream, version 2.1.3.3,

Fixed issue with failed exports after installing QuickTime 7.2

If you are using QuickTime 7.2, you are recommended to upgrade to Flip4Mac WMV Player 2.1.3.3 beta (with the opportunity to register any bug reports). I don’t expect you to be very busy.

QuickTime 7.2 addresses two critical security fixes and also adds support for full screen viewing in QuickTime Player (something I have wanted), updates to the H.264 codec, and bug fixes. The security fixes a potential memory corruption due to QuickTime’s prior handling of maliciously crafted movie files.

Apple also released iTunes 7.3.1, which addresses a reported problem with iTunes 7.3 accessing the iTunes Library.
Both are available via Software Update preferences.

What’s New in this Version:

QuickTime 7.1.6 delivers numerous bug fixes, addresses a critical security issue with QuickTime for Java and includes support for:

This update is recommended for all QuickTime 7 users.

Flip4Mac WMV Player is a collection of QuickTime components that allow you to play, import, and export Windows Media video and audio files on your Mac using your favorite QuickTime-based applications. The latest version 2.1.1.70 is available for download

What’s new in version 2.1.1.70:

* Added support for reclaiming file types assumed by other applications.
* Added support for Windows Media 9 Advanced playback.
* Improved ASX handling.
* Improved support for MPEG 4 playback.
* Resolved some issues related to 2-pass VBR encoding.
* Resolved manual activation issue.
* Resolved Helix streaming server playback issue.
* Resolved Save as and Save As QuickTime Movie issue on OS 10.3.9/QT 7.1.2 systems.
* Resolved potential for crash when playing back files that have been deliberately modified/damaged.
* Improved support for installation using Apple Remote Desktop.

CrunchGear reports that inside of QuickTime 7.1.5 is an ability to Export to Apple TV. While iTunes is the expect source, it is QuickTime that provides the backbone. iTunes and QuickTime updates are released together, as it was this time with iTunes 7.1.1 and QuickTime 7.1.5. Patching the vulnerability in QuickTime was subordinate to adding Apple TV connectivity. More …

You should reconsider if your QuickTime is not version 7.1.5. Computerworld reports a QT trogan horse has again infected MySpace.. It is recommended you avoid MySpace unless you have updated. More …

ITunes and QuickTime are closely knitted together, more so iTunes. You can download and install QuickTime without iTunes, but a certain version of iTunes requires a compatible version of QuickTime.

As always, you can install via Software Update or via a direct download:

What’s New in iTunes 7.1

Using iTunes 7.1, you can now enjoy your favorite iTunes movies, TV shows, music, and more from the comfort of your living room with Apple TV. iTunes 7.1 also supports a new full screen Cover Flow and improved sorting options to let you decide how iTunes should sort your favorite artists, albums, and songs.

QuickTime 7.1.5

QuickTime 7.1.5 delivers numerous bug fixes and addresses critical security issues. This update is recommended for all QuickTime 7 users.

Important Notice for QuickTime 5 and 6 Pro Users

Reminder QuickTime 7 will disable the QuickTime Pro functionality in prior versions of QuickTime, such as QuickTime 5 or QuickTime 6. If you proceed with this installation, you must purchase a new QuickTime 7 Pro key to regain QuickTime Pro functionality. After installation, visit www.apple.com/quicktime to purchase a QuickTime 7 Pro key.

Macworld was asked, “Is there a way to have QuickTime 7 play in full screen without paying for the pro version?” Yes!

Flip4Mac has announced the release of Flip4Mac WMV version 2.1. Release highlights are said to include universal support for Macintel kit and and significantly faster Windows Media encoding.

“We are pleased to offer Intel support for the large base of Mac users who have been eager to receive this release since our announcement in April,” said Barbara DeHart, vice president. “Considerable buzz has been generated throughout the Mac community as is evidenced by the immense number of users who offered to participate in our beta testing process.”

Flip4Mac WMV is a collection of QuickTime components that enables Mac users to play, import and export Windows Media files using QuickTime-based applications. In addition to universal support for Mactel hardware, v2.1 includes significantly faster export optimizations for PPC users—four to six-times faster than earlier versions.
Note: the download site is being hosted by MS

Ars Technica notes a tiny AppleScript that allows QuickTime Player to display movies fullscreen without the purchase of QuickTime Pro.