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Microsoft Releases Windows 8.1 for Download

Microsoft Releases Windows 8.1 for Download

Posted October 17, 2013 at 1:40pm by iClarified
Microsoft has officially announced the global availability of Windows 8.1. The update is available to customers in more than 230 markets via the online Windows Store. Starting tomorrow Windows 8.1 will be available on new devices and as boxed software at retail locations.

Windows 8.1 evolves the Windows vision for highly personalized computing while showcasing Microsoft’s continued commitment to rapid and responsive development. It marks a wave of new, innovative devices coming for consumers and businesses — from the convenience and mobility of tablets and 2-in-1s to the productive experience expected from laptops, all-in-ones and specialized industry devices. Many of these new devices are touch-enabled and will deliver advancements in processing power, battery life and design, across a range of price points.

Refinements and Improvements:
● Highly personal. An improved and more customizable Start screen offers variable tile sizes, more background designs and colors so each Windows device looks unique and personal to the individual. In addition, customers can choose how to start their Windows experience — at the Start screen or directly in the familiar Windows desktop — while all their Windows devices stay in sync with their Microsoft account.


● More familiar and easy to navigate. As an iconic part of the Windows experience, Windows 8.1 brings back the Start button as a familiar point of navigation. An updated apps view lets users see all their apps at once for easy access and new clicks and cues, as well as a Help + Tips app that gets them up to speed quickly.

● Enhanced search. The new Bing Smart Search provides the easiest way to find what users need on the device or on the Web in one beautiful and easy consolidated view that’s built for touch. Simply swipe or type from the Start screen, and Smart Search will find it — whether it’s a document on a PC, a photo album on SkyDrive, a favorite app, a song from Xbox Music or a website.

● Wide range of apps and services from the Start. Windows 8.1 is the most complete out-of-the-box experience. It offers a range of apps and services from the Start screen, allowing customers to quickly and easily do the things they love on Windows, such as catching up with friends and family via Skype, emailing effortlessly in the Mail app, watching movies and TV shows on Xbox Video, finding new recipes with the Bing Food & Drink app, or listening to free streaming music via Xbox Music. Windows 8.1 also comes with the new Internet Explorer 11, which is fast, fluid and perfect for touch. Internet Explorer 11 brings enhanced touch performance, speed boosts, and synchronized browsing history, favorites and settings across all Windows 8.1 devices. Windows 8.1 also provides native support for 3-D printing, meaning it will have plug-and-play support for 3-D printers, enable apps to seamlessly print 3-D jobs and understand 3-D file formats.

● The best for multitasking and productivity. Windows 8.1 includes the display and use of up to four apps side by side, flexible windows sizing for each app on the screen, the ability for one app to launch another app, and improved multimonitor support so users can view the desktop or apps from the Windows Store on any or all monitors.


● Deep cloud integration with SkyDrive. Windows 8.1 makes it easier than ever to work from anywhere and know that files are always accessible — across devices and locations. With SkyDrive, users can create, edit, save and share files anywhere, anytime, on whatever device they’re using.

● A beautifully redesigned Windows Store. The new design of the Windows Store improves how great apps are showcased and makes it easier for customers to get the apps they want. Fresh layouts and categories, such as New & Rising, make it easier to stay up to date on the hottest new entries to explore. Personalized recommendations use the Bing advanced recommendation and relevance system to help find new favorites. And with Windows 8.1, apps are updated automatically by default, so users always have the newest and best version of any app, such as Fresh Paint, which now includes watercolor, a new graphite pencil set and a new clean, modern user interface for the latest painting or drawing creations. New and updated apps are also continually being delivered to the Windows Store, including Evernote, Facebook for Windows 8.1, Hulu Plus, Adobe Photoshop Express, eBay, Netflix and NOOK.

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Microsoft Releases Windows 8.1 for Download

Microsoft Releases Windows 8.1 for Download

Microsoft Releases Windows 8.1 for Download
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win8/.1isFail
win8/.1isFail - October 19, 2013 at 6:22am
This is a good update for SURFACE/TABLET I REPEAT SURFACE/TABLET users.... But still a HORRIBLE WORTHLESS OS for DESKTOP USERS!!!!
Slidor
Slidor - October 18, 2013 at 4:36pm
Don't download it yet! It sucks! Windows 8.1 damaged my computer... It doesn't want to turn on... It's saying all the time "Automatuc Repair" issue
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TheRealNoGoodNick
TheRealNoGoodNick - October 18, 2013 at 5:10pm
Or don't download at all, let's see 8.2 beat iPads software, yeah right!
Me
Me - October 17, 2013 at 3:02pm
Osx upgrades are always priced at 19.99 for one computer and 29.99 for 5 computers
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Paul
Paul - October 17, 2013 at 2:36pm
And it still looks crap. I have windows 8. Never use the Metro interface. It's great that I can load straight into my desktop but other than that whoopee do. I want a Mac lol. Wish I could afford one.
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TheRealNoGoodNick
TheRealNoGoodNick - October 17, 2013 at 2:49pm
I feel you so much, I got a pc for my bday a year ago but got a virus and it's stuck like that! I did nothing to it thought >~<.
noGoodname
noGoodname - October 17, 2013 at 3:11pm
I have been using windows 8 since the preview and have love it. To really appreciate the metro, you will need a touch screen. with the touch screen, the metro UI could be a little cumbersome.
Tony
Tony - October 17, 2013 at 2:18pm
Windows 8 is the most useless and confusing OS ever I had. I totally give up on Microsoft.
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TheRealNoGoodNick
TheRealNoGoodNick - October 17, 2013 at 2:22pm
For once I agree with you! Everything on microsuck!
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John
John - October 17, 2013 at 2:06pm
So adding the home button, is just putting it at the corner, and does exactly the same as the physical key??? Pressing it switch between desktop and the stupid tiles??? What a joke ...
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gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - October 17, 2013 at 1:55pm
Wow what a progress!
arkhi
arkhi - October 17, 2013 at 1:54pm
And the price is? Upgrades from Win 8 - are they at nil cost?
Great
Great - October 17, 2013 at 2:19pm
It will be interesting to see how much OSX mavericks will cost vs windows.
noGoodname
noGoodname - October 17, 2013 at 3:02pm
if you already have then the 8.1 upgrade is free..
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