Windows 7 Beta leaked on bittorrent
Dec 29, 2008 Software
The Windows 7 Beta 1 (Build 7000) that was public-bound in mid-January has been leaked on BitTorrent.
The beta expires July 1, 2009, and is supposedly more stable than other Windows 7 betas.
This beta is of excellent quality. This is the kind of code that you could roll out and live with. Even the pre-betas were solid, but finally this beta feels like it’s “done.” This beta exceeds the quality of any other Microsoft OS beta that I’ve handled.
[Via Gizmodo]
Windows Vista Ultimate RED edition coming next week
Dec 9, 2008 Software
Microsoft is going to release the RED version of Windows Vista Ultimate on December 15th. This won’t be the first time people see this edition of Windows because Dell has been selling computers preloaded with it for a few months now. You will just be able to buy a standalone copy.
Windows Vista Ultimate RED comes in a red box and includes a few extra wallpapers, screensavers, sidebar gadgets and a Dreamscene moving background. Also, a portion of the proceeds from sales will help buy and distribute AIDS medications to patients in Africa.
Amazon is selling the RED version for $70 more than the plain Vista costs.
[Via Download Squad]