Apple today released iTunes 7.1, a solid update to the already-awesome iTunes 7. The best new feature, however, is one that doesn't even function yet. In the Parental tab of iTunes' Preferences window, you can now restrict ratings for different countries. This popup button, which didn't exist before, now contains: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States.

What does this mean? It means undoubtedly that you'll soon be able to buy and download movies from the iTunes Store in all of these countries, previously only possible in the United States. I've had a US account on the iTunes Store for a while, and I can say that the experience of buying/downloading movies is unrivaled. Coupled with the TV, it will be even better.

When will we see these updates? It's tough to say, but it could be as soon as tomorrow, which is iTunes Tuesday. I can't wait.