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Hmm? Hey, what that WB Configuration? They had reworked all the GUI?

That's in Windows XP? It looks like it has the white behind the black text like in Vista and it is easily readable which would be great

Yes, there is a new UI coming.





Yes, that is Windows XP with the Vista skin I posted previously. WB6 has a "Vista-ize me" setting which will set transparency and blur to resemble Vista. Obviously, you can also manually configure the settings to your liking.

I was wondering that, I assumed it was just the GUI for XP (not something I can check as I dont have it installed anymore). The full version was on the WB6 preview page when wincustomize announced it.

Sounds great, thanks for the info. I look forward to WB6 being released

That looks really cool

The new UI looks sweet! When will that be available?

There's an updated build up now, it should include the new UI.

God Bless Alexandrie!!!
And damn, the new UI of SKS and WB are Skinable!!!
In the WB folder, you have the UI folder for the skin of WB and Skinstudio folder for the skin of SKS.
It just need a possibility to put more than one skins and get a selector. Get SKS/WB skins included in the WB skin would be awesome also.

Got the new update, however nothing seems to have changed

This is the latest update info I got ...

[Please note WindowBlinds 5.90+ releases require existing versions of WindowBlinds to be
uninstalled and Stardock Central 2.46 Build 154 or later to install.]

WindowBlinds 5.91 beta
-------------------------------
-Added new wbconfig interface (designed by Alexandrie!). Comments and suggestions welcome.
-Added new Classic skin
-Updated Molten
-Lots of additional internal work and tweaks

Am I doing something wrong? (I had to reboot after update)

I didn't even reboot, there something with you. PM Island Dog

TBH its not always my fault, stardock dont test fully with vista, its probably that ... Love the products, hate that we have to be the testers

Is this the new configuration UI? (Nice UI by the way. )

Question: Will Windowblinds 6 hook into Vista's Personalization window?

Rofl, first it's called WB6 BETA, second, I'm in Vista and it work wonders. Vista is the actual priority at Stardock, I'm sure of that.


Yes it's the New UI, No it don't hook like it do in XP.

You know you are talking about a beta TEST version, aren't you?


Is this for Vista only? Anyone got a screenshot?

Not just for Vista there two version to select. It's pretty basic like skin, but it's better than Luna

Thanks for the shot.

Gotta reinstall my OD now! This and Diamond are first WB skins I really like.

it was late when I posted (nearly 3am) so my mind wasnt at its sharpest, as said though I still love their products After another reboot this morning the new gui is there, looks pretty good

Just getting ready to message you, glad you got it working.




It's also a good skin to use the recoloring feature in WindowBlinds as well.

Lets just remember the betas for SKS and WB6 are for Object Desktop subscribers to try out, and give us feedback on any problems that may occur, or just features they would like to see added in future builds. Betas have problems sometimes, that's why they are beta, but I can tell you we appreciate the feedback and by helping identify any issues, it just makes it better for everyone.

With that being said, let me remind everyone again that the WB6 beta feedback thread is still active and feel free to post any comments about the betas.

Hopefully one of the next bugs to be fixed are the blurry Cleartype text rendering I see on these WB6 skin screenshots.

Yes, you're right. I've tested it yesterday evening. But it has the common "more programs" bug on non-english xp systems. Hope they fix that soon.

I really like the redesigned UI in the new version, it's nice and clean and a lot easier to navigate

The Classic skin is cool, and it does work very well with WB's recoloring

Does it work in 64 bit yet?


Edit: Nope

I bought ObjectDesktop about 3 weeks ago and I don't have access to the beta. I even have the "show pre-release" checked

You have the latest Stardock Central?
if yes email support@stardock.com

If you have WindowBlinds 5 installed, then uninstall it and WB6 should show up in Stardock Central. Let me know if you run into any problems.

Will it be possible to edit a sidebar skin in XP is using Alky for Applications (a.k.a. VAIO) and the Windows Sidebar?

This is another WB6 preview video. Shows many of the same features as the last video, but this is running on XP for those who haven't (or don't intend to) upgrade to Vista.

http://soapbox.msn.com/video.aspx?vid=3f34...06-54403b274699

i purchased WB5 in may/2007 and have recently installed Stardock Central

but i don't see WB6 available?! (yes i have "Show pre-release versions" checked on)

must i have have the full Object Desktop to obtain WB6 beta and final?

Yes...

A quick question
If I buy Windowblinds 5.51 today, will i get a free upgrade to WB 6 when its released or do i have to pay for the upgrade?

You need the OD subscription to access the beta, but if you purchased WindowBlinds in May of this year, then the upgrade will be free.




Anyone who purchased WindowBlinds after February 1st, 2007 will receive the upgrade for free.

thanks for the reply Island Dog

i was hoping to try out the beta lol

guess i'll have to sit patiently until WB6 is released

Beta 2 has been released. Object Desktop subscribers can update through Stardock Central.



More information can be found here.

All it do new is a new skin place... ¬¬
Nothing else

Any news on when Windowblinds 6 will be finished and released to the general public?

It should be released today late in the evening or tomorrow.

So..does WB6 work on Vista x64? I might just buy it if it does:)

wb6 beta does indeed work with vista64. i'm using it right now. the official release of wb6 will be posted today.

and the official release is posted on sdc right now. get it while it's hot

i purchased WB5 how come the update isnt available to me on SDC

same here, i purchased after february so i should get the update for free?

Damn, I don't have internet at home right now

for those who qualify for the update from wb5 to wb6, the emails are being sent out at present. you should get yours soon.

Yes, as Pas said the e-mails are being generated, and you should be notified soon. If you still run into any problems feel free to contact me.

Well, I just bought it, and I must say I am impressed so far!

Is there a big difference as to what WB6 can do on XP and what it can do on Vista?

well for vista WB6 uses WPF and windows vistas advanced graphics engine so that is a huge plus