Stardock & Vista Compatability - Spring Update

I told you it was coming...

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About 4 months ago, I posted a small chart detailing several of Stardock's applications, their current status running on Windows Vista, and (if applicable) their targeted "Vista-Ready" date.  Since the original list was posted in January, a lot has changed.  Some of the original dates came to pass, some didn't, and it's about time we put up a more accurate and up-to-date list for the coming months.

  Vista Status Vista Version Testing Phase Targeted Beta Date Targeted Release Date
DeskScapes Ready 1.0      
WindowBlinds Ready 5.5      
IconPackager Ready 3.2      
ObjectDock Ready 1.9      
Keyboard LaunchPad Ready 1.6      
LogonStudio Vista Ready 1.0      
KeepSafe Ready 1.1      
Multiplicity Ready 1.1      
           
CursorVista Testing 1.0 Internal Alpha Summer, 2007 Fall, 2007
TweakVista Testing 1.0 Beta Available to OD Subs August, 2007
DesktopX Testing 3.5 Internal Alpha Late Spring, 2007 Summer, 2007
           
IconDeveloper In Development 2.0   Summer, 2007 Fall, 2007
SkinStudio In Development 6.0   Summer, 2007 Fall, 2007
SoundPackager In Development 1.0   July, 2007 September, 2007
ObjectBar In Development 2.01   Summer, 2007 Summer, 2007
RightClick In Development 1.2   Summer, 2007 Summer, 2007
IconX In Development 1.2   Summer, 2007 Summer, 2007
ObjectEdit In Development     Summer, 2007 Summer, 2007

Frequently Asked Questions:

  1. Hey, where is <Insert Application Here>?  I don't see it, does that mean it won't ever get a Vista version?
    The list above is a list of applications CURRENTLY supported under Vista, and what we have on the schedule to update in the next several months.  Though the chart has items listed as "Fall" it really only goes up through the end of September/early October.  If an application is not listed here, it's just not on the schedule to see either a beta or release prior to September.
  2. Wow, it looks like all you guys are doing is making Vista updates this year.  Is Windows XP development dead?
    Not by a long shot.  WindowBlinds 6.0, SkinStudio 6.0, SoundPackager and IconDeveloper are all getting significant updates that will directly benefit our XP users.  Development on Windows XP is alive and well and will be for some time to come.  Most of us still have XP running on at least one system at the office, and at home.  We want updates to XP products as much as you do!  This list is just for people concerned over when their favorite apps will make it to Vista.
  3. What about 64 bit support?
    This article isn't about 64 bit support.  While we do know that many of you are very concerned over this since you moved to 64-bit when Vista came out, we currently don't have a schedule we can give you.  Certain items like WindowBlinds and IconPackager are definitely coming soon, and others such as DeskScapes and TweakVista already have 64-bit support.
  4. Do These Versions Also Work on XP?
    With the exception of Vista-specific applications such as DeskScapes, TweakVista, LogonStudio Vista, and CursorVista, all applications listed above work under WindowsXP.  We try to be very clear when an application is Vista-only.
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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top
sweet. since i unfortunatley have to make the move to ultimate, it' nice to know that most of the wonderful lil stardock apps will follow.
Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Roll on summer...
CursorFX - Customize your Windows cursor
Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top
thanks Zooma, sounds good.
Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Hmm, late spring for DX. How late is late ?
Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top
And is there any ThinkDesk schedule also ?
Reply #7 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Notice that Multiplicity and KeepSafe are already on the list.
Reply #8 from WinCustomize Forums Top
3 Cheers for Sound Packager!
Rah!
Rah!
Rah!

I cant wait for cursor vista. And I'm DYING for DesktopX 3.5 so I can do some REAL stuff and get rid of the crappy microsoft side-bar-watered-down-applets.

Whats on the agenda for Object Edit? Any major changes?
Reply #10 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Thanks for the heads up, Zoomba - can't ask for more.

Well... I could ask for faster devs, but that would be pushy pushy.
Reply #11 from WinCustomize Forums Top

How can sound packager be receiving an update when it has not even been released???

It's not receiving an update since it hasn't been released yet, but it is going to support Vista when released later this year.  The title of the article "Spring Update" means I'm updating the chart.  This chart is our roadmap to Vista-ready products for the next few months.

Reply #13 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Repeat question...Where is Boot skin Vista?


Repeat answer:
Hey, where is [insert application here]? I don't see it, does that mean it won't ever get a Vista version?
The list above is a list of applications CURRENTLY supported under Vista, and what we have on the schedule to update in the next several months. Though the chart has items listed as "Fall" it really only goes up through the end of September/early October. 


That means that you should not expect an update until after "end of September/early October"
Reply #15 from WinCustomize Forums Top
What happened to WindowFX?

Hey, where is [insert application here]? I don't see it, does that mean it won't ever get a Vista version?
The list above is a list of applications CURRENTLY supported under Vista, and what we have on the schedule to update in the next several months. Though the chart has items listed as "Fall" it really only goes up through the end of September/early October.


If I were a betting man, I'd wager that the big flagship applications that bring in the clients are going to be targeted first. The smaller niche items will follow as soon as possible.

I think it very cool that there is such a clamor for so many of these apps. Stardock is a pretty small company as these things go. They have done a few amazing things.
  1. The have remained in business
  2. They have retained more employees than most software development companies
  3. They have created some kick-ass software
  4. They have built a real community around these apps
The fact that you are asking for this little app to be updated and that you have the forum here to ask is so wicked sweet.

I wish I had a date to give you and a feature list for WinFX. The best I can say it that (again, as a betting man) it'll be worth the wait.

Come Fall, when all these apps are out the door, I'd expect a new list of apps and release estimates.


Reply #18 from WinCustomize Forums Top
What about Windowblinds Vista x64??.

See Item #3 in the original post.
Reply #20 from WinCustomize Forums Top
What about XP support for SoundPackager?


# Wow, it looks like all you guys are doing is making Vista updates this year. Is Windows XP development dead?
Not by a long shot. WindowBlinds 6.0, SkinStudio 6.0, SoundPackager and IconDeveloper are all getting significant updates that will directly benefit our XP users. Development on Windows XP is alive and well and will be for some time to come. Most of us still have XP running on at least one system at the office, and at home. We want updates to XP products as much as you do! This list is just for people concerned over when their favorite apps will make it to Vista.


It's My Secret
Reply #21 from WinCustomize Forums Top
BTW, there is a beta (3.49[b].006) of DesktopX 3.5 (Pro) on Stardock central.
Reply #25 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Why can't I see the Desktopx pro on stardock central? I have object desktop too.