Decor8, DeskScapes, Launch8, and WindowFX have all received a minor update today.   Included: Added new SAS activation and trial code You can download the updates from your Stardock account , or via Object Desktop Manager.  

Summer is moving right along and with a new month comes another monthly desktop screenshot thread.  We've already got some creative and cool screenshots posted, but there's always room for more.  Take a screenshot of your desktop and show other WinCustomize members what skins you are using to customize your desktop. Post to the August desktop thread here:  https://forums.wincustomize.com/456418  

I was excited to see a bunch of new skins from over the past few days.  We had quite a few new, cool looking animated wallpapers, a new WindowBlinds skin with a variety of matching skins, and quite a few more.  Take a few minutes and check out what these talented people took the time to share with others this weekend. View all the latest skins here . ...

Skin submissions have been really good over the past few days and we’ve had a good selection of skins coming in.  We have several new start buttons for Start8 , some animated wallpapers for DeskScapes , and a variety of other skins and themes made available on WinCustomize.com. Come check out what’s new! ...

Basj has released a new Master skin for WindowBlinds this week called C Series.  This has a cool design using white on black and is designed for use on Windows 7 and 8.  He’s also made a sub-style to make it easier to use on a touch screen system. C Series by basj Become a WinCustomize Subscriber today to get a 20% discount on Master Skins.

The Start8 v1.44 beta is now available for download for current customers.   Changelog is here . This beta includes: -New activation and trial mechanism You can download the Start8 beta from your Stardock account page , or via Object Desktop Manager.  

The ObjectDock 2.20 beta is now available for download for current customers. Changelog is available here . Update includes: Fixed Start8 start button position issue at high DPI by marking ObjectDock as DPI aware Further improved 64bit folder handling (system32 folder specifically) Removed "names only" view option from tabbed docks Added notification for when DWM is disabled for folder tabs Hardcoded support for LibreOffice in ObjectDock taskbar v2.20.0.850 The beta can be down...

There’s no shortage of Master skins this week!  Today we have a WindowBlinds skin called Genix by LightStar.  If you’ve been looking for a new dark skin to use, then this one will probably suit you just fine.  If you are a WinCustomize Subscriber, get this with your 20% discount. Genix by LightStar  

This latest Master WindowBlinds skin called Dansel came in over the holiday break, but it’s definitely not too late to check out this latest release by LightStar.  As always, a great design with fantastic use of color.  Made for Windows 7/8.  WinCustomize Subscribers don’t forget your 20% discount on Master Skins! Dansel by LightStar  

Monday is here again.  I hope you had a good weekend, and while we return to work today I always like to take a moment and highlight the skins submitted from the past couple of days.  Here’s the latest on WinCustomize! ...

It’s been a great week for Master Skins as this is our third we have released on WinCustomize this week.  We have another from LightStar called WoodWorX, and this is one of the best wood skins I’ve seen in a while.  This Master Skin for WindowBlinds includes a matching wallpaper, and the skin is compatible with both Windows 7 and Windows 8.  Grab this one today and don’t forget your 20% discount if you are a WinCustomize Subscriber . WoodWorX by LightStar ...

It’s a good week for WindowBlinds users as we have another Master WindowBlinds skin released on WinCustomize!  This one is called BlueFrost and is from basj, who has also been turning out some great skins recently.  Soft colors and a minimal design makes this a great all-around skin.  It’s designed for Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1.  Be sure to grab this one today, and if you are a WinCustomize Subscriber you get a 20% discount. BlueFrost by basj

One of the ways we like to thank our customers here at Stardock is through our annual reports, compiled and authored by Stardock President and CEO Brad Wardell. This year’s report, as always, combines a look at Stardock’s recent past and its future plans, analysis of the software and gaming industries, and statistics and observations from a survey of thousands of our customers. Some of the tidbits from this year’s report: Stardock is interested in game consoles for the fi...

A new month also brings a new desktop screenshot thread on the WinCustomize forums.  This is a thread where you can show others what cool WindowBlinds skins you are using, along with other skins from a variety we have here on WC. Post your June screenshots to this thread: https://forums.wincustomize.com/454762/

We have a new Master WindowBlinds skin added to the galleries today called Clipz.  This is the latest skin from LightStar with a darker color and a great contrasting accent, this will work perfectly for anyone who wants a skin that easy to work with on a daily basis.  Designed for Windows 8 and 7, the skin also includes matching wallpapers.  Don’t forget WinCustomize Subscribers get a 20% discount on Master skins! Clipz by LightStar