[ Thanks to Linux User &
Developer magazine for this link. ]
“‘In Maverick we’re adding the new Ayatana indicator for sound,
Conor Curran’s very classy implementation of MPT’s very classy
spec. It’s a Category Indicator, like the messaging menu, so it
allows apps to embed themselves into it in a standard and
appropriate way,’ says Shuttleworth. He goes on to explain that
users can have multiple players represented there and –
without needing a custom App-Indicator or windows open for the
players – control them directly from the menu. Integration
with Rhythmbox and several other players is also to be expected,
and is coming along well.”