Latest news from Windows customization community http://www.winmatrix.com/forums Fri, 17 May 2013 14:36:09 +0000 120 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36569-microsofts-leaked-scroogled-video-targets-google-chrome/ A video has been uploaded on YouTube that is believed to be created by Microsoft which shows that the company may target Chrome in next phase of its Scroogled campaign. Google CEO Larry Page spoke out about competition and negativity in the tech industry at Google I/O. On the same day, this new video leaked on the web poking fun at Google Chrome's "Now Everywhere" commercial.
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Microsoft's leaked Scroogled video targets Google Chrome]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 14:36:09 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36569-microsofts-leaked-scroogled-video-targets-google-chrome/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36564-firefox-21-final-released/ Mozilla has released final version of Firefox 21. The latest version gives users more control over their tracking cookie preferences with three new options via the Privacy tab of Firefox's Options dialog, extends the social API to support four new providers and implements support for tools to help with troubleshooting and performance issues.
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Firefox 21 Final Released]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 13:47:57 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36564-firefox-21-final-released/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36563-google-offers-15-gb-of-free-cloud-storage/ Google account users will now receive a combined storage of 15 GB for Gmail, Google+ Photos and Google Drive services. Previously, Google offered 10 GB for Gmail and 5 GB for Google+ Photos and Google Drive combined. This offering somewhat exceeds the 7 GB of free storage that Microsoft provides to SkyDrive users. But Microsoft doesn't have any storage limit for its Outlook.com email service.
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Google offers 15 GB of free cloud storage!]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 13:44:32 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36563-google-offers-15-gb-of-free-cloud-storage/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36557-microsoft-attacks-google-docs-with-new-videos/ Two new videos have been posted by Microsoft today for promoting Office 2013. The videos humorously explain that Google Docs has deficiencies when compared to Microsoft Office and "Why take the gamble on converting your Office files to Google Docs when you can use Microsoft Office and the Microsoft Office Web Apps to create, share and edit your Office files with your content intact?"
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Microsoft attacks Google Docs with new videos]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 09:32:07 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36557-microsoft-attacks-google-docs-with-new-videos/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36554-microsoft-posts-crazy-windows-8-commercials/ Microsoft released three new Windows 8 video commercials on its official YouTube channel today. The company usually showcase the new features of its operating system like Start screen, apps and touch UI in its video ads but these are probably the most awkward Windows 8 ads you will ever see.
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Microsoft posts crazy Windows 8 commercials]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 06:50:32 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36554-microsoft-posts-crazy-windows-8-commercials/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36548-windows-8-hits-100-million-sales/ Tami Reller, CMO, and CFO of Microsoft has announced today that Windows 8 has sold 100 million licences! This number includes Windows licenses that ship on a new tablet or PC, as well as upgrades to Windows 8. This is up from the 60 million license number Microsoft provided in January.
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Windows 8 Hits 100 Million Sales]]> Tue, 07 May 2013 17:43:23 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36548-windows-8-hits-100-million-sales/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36547-skydrive-hits-250-million-users/ 250 million people are now using Microsoft's cloud storage service SkyDrive. Microsoft also posted an infographic to commemorate this milestone, showing the different platforms for which SkyDrive is available. Continue reading for the infographic.
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SkyDrive Hits 250 Million Users]]> Tue, 07 May 2013 17:39:35 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36547-skydrive-hits-250-million-users/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36538-steam-windows-8-64-bit-is-the-3rd-most-popular-os/ Only 3.84% of total PC users worldwide are using Windows 8 according to Net Applications but Windows 8 is becoming a much more popular operating system amongst PC gamers, as it has reached a market share of 11.65% according to Steam Hardware survey. Windows 7 64-bit is still at the top with 54.18%, followed by the 32-bit version with 13.39%.
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Steam: Windows 8 64-bit is the 3rd most popular OS]]> Fri, 03 May 2013 21:34:20 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36538-steam-windows-8-64-bit-is-the-3rd-most-popular-os/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36530-new-features-in-windows-81-build-9385/ Windows 8.1 build 9385 has been leaked! There's a new lock screen app setting to let Windows 8.1 users choose an app to show alarms. Developer tools for Internet Explorer 11 has been improved with a new interface for accessing debugging and other options, and previously discovered Kiosk Mode has been renamed too "Assigned access".
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New features in Windows 8.1 build 9385]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 16:25:19 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36530-new-features-in-windows-81-build-9385/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36529-make-skype-calls-directly-from-your-inbox/ Microsoft just launched Skype video calling features for Outlook.com users in the UK. The new audio and video calling is possible with the help of a browser plugin that can be installed by Internet Explorer, Firefox and Chrome users. The feature will be rolled out to the U.S. users during the coming weeks and is on track to be available worldwide this summer.
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Make Skype calls directly from your Inbox!]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 16:16:47 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36529-make-skype-calls-directly-from-your-inbox/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36525-onenote-app-for-windows-8-supports-finger-drawing/ Microsoft just released an update to the free OneNote app for Windows 8 that has added the ability to draw on your touch screen using your finger. "Many of our users expressed the need to be able to draw on the touch devices that do not ship with a pen. With this update to OneNote for Windows Store, now you can draw with your finger!" Microsoft stated.
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OneNote app for Windows 8 supports finger drawing]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:49:09 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36525-onenote-app-for-windows-8-supports-finger-drawing/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36522-rainmeter-30-beta-released/ The free widget platform Rainmeter is getting better with the release of its version 3.0 beta. Rainmeter is ditching the old GDI+ rendering system for more powerful Direct2D rendering method. The small text will now look more clear and graphics will be sharper. The latest version fully supports skins written for earlier versions, and users can simply upgrade their existing installations.
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Rainmeter 3.0 Beta Released]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:12:57 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36522-rainmeter-30-beta-released/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36517-ubuntu-1304-raring-ringtail-released/ Ubuntu 13.04 'Raring Ringtail' has been released with Linux kernel 3.8.8, LibreOffice 4.0 and Unity 7 which brings a lot of performance improvements, reduced memory consumption and a great number of small UI fixes to bring a better overall shell experience.
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Ubuntu 13.04 'Raring Ringtail' Released]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 11:48:53 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36517-ubuntu-1304-raring-ringtail-released/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36509-run-windows-8-modern-apps-on-desktop-with-modernmix-105/ Modern (Metro) apps in Windows 8 use full screen regardless of how much of the screen space they really need. Stardock ModernMix lets you run Windows 8 'Modern' apps in a window on the desktop. Version 1.05 of ModernMix comes with new features, improvements and bug-fixes. If you are looking for a free alternative, then give a try to modernStart alpha released by Winmatrix staff member Villain.
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Run Windows 8 Modern apps on desktop with ModernMix 1.05]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:25:32 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36509-run-windows-8-modern-apps-on-desktop-with-modernmix-105/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36505-windows-81-to-bring-back-the-start-button/ Microsoft killed the Start Button with Windows 8. Now it's going to revive it back with the release of Windows 8.1. But there won't be the traditional Start Menu, instead clicking on the button will simply launch the Start Screen. The button will look similar to the existing Windows flag used in the Charm bar. It's also a possibility that Microsoft will add an option to allow users to boot directly to the desktop mode.
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Windows 8.1 to bring back the Start Button]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:25:04 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36505-windows-81-to-bring-back-the-start-button/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36498-video-new-features-of-windows-81-build-9374-pro-preview/ Windows 8.1 build 9374 labelled as "Pro Preview" has been leaked. The build has a new feature called Kiosk mode that allows for the system to be locked down to a single app which is launched automatically when the system logs on. The desktop app isn't listed when selecting an app for Kiosk Mode, hopefully it shows up in future builds.
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Video: New features of Windows 8.1 build 9374 'Pro Preview']]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 05:48:55 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36498-video-new-features-of-windows-81-build-9374-pro-preview/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36497-two-new-office-365-home-premium-videos/ Microsoft has uploaded two new Office 365 Home Premium video ads to its official YouTube channel. In the first video, "When Mom, CEO of the household, is sick, see how Dad comes to the rescue using OneNote." The second video is about Jimmy who uses PowerPoint to share his report on the African gazelle with classmates and family.
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Two new Office 365 Home Premium videos]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 05:44:20 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36497-two-new-office-365-home-premium-videos/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36491-microsoft-adds-optional-two-step-verification-for-microsoft-accounts/ A single Microsoft account can be used for accessing your Windows 8 PC, Windows Phone, Xbox 360, Outlook.com, SkyDrive, Skype, Office and many more services. Microsoft is finally rolling out optional two-step verification for Microsoft accounts to help keep your account more secure.
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Microsoft adds optional Two-Step Verification for Microsoft Accounts]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:56:54 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36491-microsoft-adds-optional-two-step-verification-for-microsoft-accounts/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36490-video-new-features-in-windows-81-build-9369/ The second leaked build of Windows 8.1 (Blue) is now circulating on the Internet. You can expect a public preview of Windows Blue during Build 2013 this June but a lot of people have already installed the leaked build 9369 for testing the new features. Check out a few of the new features in the video embedded after the break.
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Video: New features in Windows 8.1 build 9369]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:51:48 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36490-video-new-features-in-windows-81-build-9369/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36484-rumor-windows-81-to-have-a-start-menu-ability-to-boot-to-desktop/ The latest rumors indicate that Microsoft may enable Windows 8.1 users to boot directly to the desktop instead of to the Start Screen. Microsoft may also reinstate the start button. The rumor occurred when a code was dug up from a DLL file pertaining to the recently leaked build of Windows Blue.
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Rumor: Windows 8.1 to have a Start Menu, ability to boot to Desktop]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:32:10 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36484-rumor-windows-81-to-have-a-start-menu-ability-to-boot-to-desktop/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36480-winshake-260-released-with-new-features/ WinShake is a small and fast program to bring Windows 7 features like Aero Shake and AeroPeek to Windows 7 Starter/Basic, Windows XP and Vista. Version 2.70 has many improvements, and a few new features, especially for those using Windows 7 with Aero enabled. One of the new features is Aero Enhanced which adds special features to Show Desktop Button in Windows 7.
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WinShake 2.60 released with new features]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:22:45 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36480-winshake-260-released-with-new-features/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36479-bing-brings-up-five-times-more-malware-websites-than-google/ AV-TEST took 18 months to carry out a study that would confirm its initial suspicion, namely that the best-known search engines Google and Bing are being used to include websites containing malware among the top search results delivered to users. During its study, the institute investigated over 40 million websites delivered as search engine results.
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Bing brings up five times more malware websites than Google]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:14:16 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36479-bing-brings-up-five-times-more-malware-websites-than-google/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36476-windows-7-users-are-recommended-to-uninstall-kb2823324-update/ Update KB2823324 for Windows 7 has broken down thousands of computers. Affected users are reporting a continuous reboot issue that blocks them from loading the operating system. Microsoft has confirmed the problem and users are recommended to remove the update until an official workaround is released.
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Windows 7 users are recommended to uninstall KB2823324 update]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 17:47:15 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36476-windows-7-users-are-recommended-to-uninstall-kb2823324-update/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36468-windows-81-pro-preview-spotted/ A screenshot of Windows 8.1 build 9374 appeared online today. The build has been labeled as "Windows 8.1 Pro Preview" which indicates that Microsoft is planning to release a free preview version of Windows 8.1 before the final launch. Windows 8.1 build 9369 was also leaked a few days ago showcasing an SKU of "Windows 8.1 Pro."
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Windows 8.1 Pro Preview Spotted]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:24:01 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36468-windows-81-pro-preview-spotted/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36467-microsoft-attacks-google-play-store/ Microsoft has attacked Google numerous times via its Scroogled campaign before. The company has now turned its sights to Google Play store. They have released a new video saying "When you buy an Android app from the Google app store, they give the app maker your full name, email address and the neighborhood where you live. If you can't trust Google's app store, how can you trust them for anything?"
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Microsoft attacks Google Play Store]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:18:16 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36467-microsoft-attacks-google-play-store/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36461-microsoft-to-kill-windows-xp-after-a-year-is-the-world-ready/ Microsoft will stop offering technical support for Windows XP from April 8 next year, exactly one year from today. But is the world ready? According to data released by Net Applications, Windows XP is currently installed on more than 38 percent of the computers worldwide and remains the second most popular operating system for desktop PCs.
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Microsoft to kill Windows XP after a year, is the world ready?]]> Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:48:51 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36461-microsoft-to-kill-windows-xp-after-a-year-is-the-world-ready/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36460-windows-81-build-9369-leaked/ Windows 8.1 (Blue) build 9369 has been leaked and is now circulating on private trackers. If you have already installed the build 9364 of Windows 8.1 then you don't need to download this new leaked build since it's only a small build number increase. You can read about the new features included in Windows 8.1 here on the build 9364 thread.
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Windows 8.1 build 9369 leaked!]]> Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:35:31 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36460-windows-81-build-9369-leaked/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36456-the-best-antivirus-for-windows-8/ AV-Test, an independent testing lab in Germany compared 26 antivirus software made specifically to be run on Windows 8. Each product is rated based on their performance, reliability and protection. Microsoft's Windows Defender passed the test this time, but just barely. Continue reading to know which antivirus is the best for Windows 8.
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The best Antivirus for Windows 8]]> Sun, 07 Apr 2013 13:52:18 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36456-the-best-antivirus-for-windows-8/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36449-install-windows-8-deskthemepack-themes-in-windows-7-with-one-click/ Winmatrix member hb860 released a new app that allows Windows 7 users to install Windows 8's .deskthemepack themes which can be downloaded from the official Microsoft theme gallery. The application is portable that does not require to be installed, and it works in Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate.
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Install Windows 8 .deskthemepack themes in Windows 7 with one click]]> Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:36:33 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36449-install-windows-8-deskthemepack-themes-in-windows-7-with-one-click/ http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36448-ie-team-celebrates-mozillas-15th-birthday-with-a-cake/ Microsoft and Mozilla send each other cakes whenever they release new versions of their browsers. Mozilla recently celebrated its 15th anniversary, so Microsoft decided to send its competitor a picture of a new birthday cake, just to make sure the tradition goes on. Microsoft also thanks Mozilla for their continued advocacy for web standards.
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Microsoft's IE team celebrates Mozilla's 15th birthday with a cake]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 22:39:03 +0000 http://www.winmatrix.com/forums/index.php?/topic/36448-ie-team-celebrates-mozillas-15th-birthday-with-a-cake/