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BOGDAN POPA
If you look really deep into my eyes, you may find some sort of Windows imprint hiding in there, as I’m the one who spends most of his time writing about everything that happens inside Microsoft’s Redmond campus.
While I’m probably one of the few Softpedians who truly like Windows 8, I’m also pretty interested in every single little thing that bears a Microsoft logo (I prefer the new one).
When I’m not screaming “developers, developers, developers!” I like watching Formula 1 and soccer, driving and swimming.
Even though that may sound a little bit awkward, I truly respect Steve Ballmer, most likely because he loves Microsoft more than anything else on this planet.
Personal motto: "Cats are smarter than dogs - Bogdan Popa, Softpedia Reviewer, December 2011"
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Adblock Plus is already a very popular add-on for those running Mozilla Firefox, but starting today, Internet Explorer users can also download the application for an ad-free browsing experience.
Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer works just like the Firefox counterpart and it runs in your browser to block advertisem... |
19 June 2013
13:19 UTC |
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The Start screen is going to be significantly updated in Windows 8.1, but a concept that reached the web not a long time ago envisions some of the improvements that could be made to this particular feature.
DeviantArt user TheTechnoToast created what he calls a Windows 8.1 Start screen concept based on three new fea... |
19 June 2013
16:41 UTC |
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Windows 8.1 Preview will come out in about a week, so all eyes are now on Microsoft and on its next steps for the Windows platform.
The Softies have big hopes for Windows 8.1, as it comes not only to fix some of the problems reported in Windows 8, but also to make the operating system a bit more familiar and bring b... |
19 June 2013
12:13 UTC |
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WinRAR 5.0 Beta 6 has reached the web a few minutes ago, bringing several performance improvements and bug fixes for users who have already installed this testing built.
Beta 6 addresses a bug in recovery record generation in RAR 5.0 archive format, while also bringing a few other code optimizations.
“Under c... |
19 June 2013
11:48 UTC |
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As we reported to you earlier today, Microsoft has reportedly joined forces with Qualcomm to equip the second-generation Surface tablet with Snapdragon 800 processors, in an attempt to make the devices much faster.
But that’s not the only new thing to be available in Surface 2.0. If we are to trust all rumors ... |
19 June 2013
11:23 UTC |
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G DATA AntiVirus 2014 is slowly becoming a top security product for many Windows users out there, even though it’s not yet as popular as similar products developed by Kaspersky and ESET.
And still, it’s very important to know that version 24.0.1.5 comes with several important improvements, including a re... |
19 June 2013
09:50 UTC |
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Windows 8 Manager is one of the apps specifically aimed at adopters of Microsoft’s new OS, providing them with plenty of customization, optimization, and tweak options.
Version 1.1.2 comes with even more settings, but also with important updates for the built-in utilities to improve the overall performance of ... |
19 June 2013
09:22 UTC |
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Steve Ballmer has once again been praised for the way he manages the Redmond empire, this time by STEMconnector, a company that rolls out its Top 100 STEM CEOs every year.
Ballmer has been described as an “inspiring business leader,” so Microsoft’s CEO has been included in this year’s ranking... |
19 June 2013
08:53 UTC |
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As you probably found out by now, Adobe has moved its famous Photoshop photo editor to the cloud, so Windows and Mac OS X users can now download a trial version and give the new product a try. Even though system requirements might seem a bit awkward, given the fact that you need to be running Windows 7 Service Pack ... |
19 June 2013
07:50 UTC |
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FileZilla remains one of the most popular FTP clients on the market right now, so it’s no wonder that it’s currently installed on millions of Windows, Linux, and OS X systems. The app has just received a new update on all these platforms, as the developers have introduced revised translations to make sur... |
19 June 2013
07:17 UTC |
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Google has just released a new stable version of its Chrome browser, as the company has implemented some very important security fixes and stability improvements. Chrome 27.0.1453.116 is specifically designed for Windows, Macintosh, and Chrome Frame platforms and comes to address clickjacking attempts in the Flash p... |
19 June 2013
06:52 UTC |
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Adobe has just released a new update for the beta version of its famous Flash Player, so in case you’ve already installed this preview build, you’re strongly recommended to get the new one as soon as possible.
Flash Player 11.8.800.88 Beta is supposed to fix some of the bugs found in the previous version... |
19 June 2013
06:35 UTC |
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Opera 15 has just received a brand new update that resolves plenty of previously-reported bugs, while also bringing a long list of new options.
According to the official release notes, Opera Web Browser 15.0 Build 1147.72 Next comes with POST method for search engine and several UI improvements, such as a refined Do... |
19 June 2013
05:56 UTC |
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Microsoft’s entire product family is slowly moving to a Modern UI, so the company today announced that its MSDN developer forum has received a new facelift.
It’s now easier to find what you are looking for, Microsoft explained, so instead of clicking on a long list of categories, you can now search for a... |
19 June 2013
05:39 UTC |
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Microsoft is said to be working on Surface 2.0, a new-generation tablet that could be released as soon as this month at the BUILD developer conference. A report by Bloomberg and citing sources familiar with the matter reveals that Microsoft has joined forces with Qualcomm to equip the upcoming tablets with Snapdrago... |
19 June 2013
05:27 UTC |
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A new screenshot that reached the web a few minutes ago shows what seems to be the upcoming Windows 8.1 Milestone Preview, which represents the public beta of Windows 8’s major update.
While no other details have been provided, we can all see that the Start button is indeed there, so it looks like this is actu... |
19 June 2013
05:06 UTC |
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DC+ remains the number one Direct Connect protocol client out there, so it’s no surprise that it’s now installed on millions of computers across the world.
That’s why this new update plays such an important role. DC++ 0.825 r3310 comes with small fixes and stability optimizations, so the download e... |
18 June 2013
14:39 UTC |
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Michigan is one of the states that got Microsoft’s message to dump Windows XP, so it will soon begin a transition whose price is estimated at $6.2 million (€4.6 million).
Even though the tech giant has already launched Windows 8, and is now getting ready to debut Windows 8.1, the state of Michigan will ac... |
18 June 2013
23:01 UTC |
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You’ve probably heard already that Adobe is moving the famous Photoshop suite to the cloud, but here’s something that’s pretty interesting. In order to be able to launch Photoshop CC on your computer, you need to be running either Windows 7 Service Pack 2 or Windows 8 with Service Pack 1, both of w... |
18 June 2013
13:39 UTC |
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We’re only a few days away from the public launch of Windows 8.1 Preview and new details on the improvements brought by this release reach the web.
This time, all eyes are on the pre-installed Travel app that’s going to receive a major redesign in Windows 8.1, most likely in another attempt to provide us... |
18 June 2013
21:31 UTC |
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Fireworks CS6 is one of the top software solutions that got improved today, so in case you’re already running this app, make sure you download and install the new version.
Even though this is only a minor update, it brings several usability improvements in the CSS Properties panel, so users are recommended to ... |
18 June 2013
20:21 UTC |
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Microsoft continues its anti-piracy efforts worldwide, this time with a new campaign in Guatemala, as several local insurance companies are allegedly using software without authorization.
What’s more interesting is that Microsoft has joined forces with local authorities to raid several companies and try to ext... |
18 June 2013
13:04 UTC |
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Microsoft is going to bet big on the Windows Store once the new Windows 8.1 goes live, so the Softies are most likely delighted that more than 90,000 Metro apps are now available for download.
According to MetroStore Scanner, an unofficial service that monitors the Store and the listed entries, Windows 8 users are n... |
18 June 2013
17:51 UTC |
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Microsoft has recently released yet another theme for Windows users who wish to customize their desktop backgrounds with some colorful wallpapers.
The so-called Life in Lavender theme comes with 20 different wallpapers and can be installed on Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows RT tablets, such as Microsoft’s ow... |
18 June 2013
16:41 UTC |
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Microsoft is currently undergoing a new restructuring process that’s supposed to reduce the number of internal business divisions to four, all of which are supposed to get the company closer to the devices and services concept that CEO Steve Ballmer talks about so much. According to some previous reports, Micr... |
18 June 2013
12:18 UTC |
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Maxthon remains one of the top browsers out there, even though it’s often excluded from the select group that comprises Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Opera.
However, many people are still using Maxhton, and some are running the beta version that provides a glimpse into the future options that ... |
18 June 2013
11:45 UTC |
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Symantec today released a new version of its popular Norton 360 security software, so users who are now running it are advised to deploy the update as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, the security vendor hasn’t provided any documentation on the new release, so nobody can tell for sure if there are any new feat... |
18 June 2013
11:21 UTC |
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Microsoft has announced the new “Ad Pano” concept, a brand new ad format specifically created for Windows 8 ads and supposed to promote specific products without disturbing the user. The company has teamed up with several companies to create concepts that could bring less intrusive ads in Windows 8 Metro... |
18 June 2013
09:53 UTC |
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Microsoft has lost yet another high-profile executive, as SkyDrive manager Mike Torres has decided to leave the software giant for a yet-to-be-revealed job at Amazon.
GeekWire writes that Torres, who previously worked as a group program manager for SkyDrive, will join Amazon in a couple of weeks, but no other specif... |
18 June 2013
09:18 UTC |
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Microsoft is about to begin a new major discount campaign for its Surface RT tablet, as the company is apparently trying to clear out existing stocks in preparation for the second-generation scheduled to arrive this month.
Mary Jo Foley writes that students, schools, and universities will be able to purchase a Surfa... |
18 June 2013
08:28 UTC |
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