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August 20, 2009 by Island Dog
We are excited to announce the release of DeskScapes 3 – Beta 1 to current Object Desktop subscribers.  DeskScapes is an application where users can apply animated backgrounds, also called .dreams, to their desktop.  DeskScapes 3 introduces a variety of new features, the most obvious being the completely new user interface.  If you are trying out the WindowBlinds 7 beta, you will certainly recognize and be familiar with it.  It’s much cleaner, and easier to navigate. ...
August 20, 2009 by Island Dog

We are excited to announce the release of DeskScapes 3 – Beta 1 to current Object Desktop subscribers.  DeskScapes is an application where users can apply animated backgrounds, also called .dreams, to their desktop.  DeskScapes 3 introduces a variety of new features, the most obvious being the completely new user interface.  If you are trying out the WindowBlinds 7 beta, you will certainly recognize and be familiar with it.  It’s much cleaner, and easier to navigate.

8-20-2009 4-46-35 PM New User Interface

August 20, 2009 by Island Dog
Today I wanted to give everyone a peek at a couple of features that will be making their way into Fences Pro.  If you haven’t heard of Fences, then you need to head over and download the free version and give it a go.  It’s the perfect application to organize your desktop icons, and free up any clutter you may have on the desktop. Download Fences from here , and then click the link below to take a look at Fences Pro.  
August 20, 2009 by Island Dog

The weekend gets closer and closer, and it’s that time of the week where you can grab some delicious deals from Impulse to satisfy your gaming needs!  You can get more information about Impulse, and your free download at www.impulsedriven.com.

Now for this weeks deals!

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August 20, 2009 by Island Dog
This is the latest trailer for the upcoming Tropico 3 PC game.  This trailer was released at Gamescom 2009. Get 10% off your pre-order when ordering from Impulse! http://www.impulsedriven.com/tropico3
August 19, 2009 by Island Dog
It seems a few people have been finishing their WindowBlinds themes at the same time, because we have had a great rush of submissions over the past week or so.  I’m constantly switching back and forth and installing each on different PC’s just to experience them all! Here are the popular WindowBlinds themes from the past week.  Check them out and enjoy!
August 18, 2009 by Island Dog
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Stardock Design launched the MyColors Gloss Packs today.  In total, five Gloss Packs were released each containing 3 MyColors themes in a pack.  MyColors is an “all-in-one” solution for customizing your desktop, as no extra software is required to use these themes.  Each MyColors theme includes a custom visual style which changes your Windows taskbars, start button, and more.  They also including matching icon sets and wallpaper to complete the desktop experience.

Earlier this week, subscribers to Object Desktop got one of the Gloss theme packs for free, and now they are available for everyone else to try!  Don’t forget Object Desktop subscribers get a discount on MyColors themes too!

Gloss Pack 1 - Gloss Burgundy, Grey or Mint

Gloss Pack 2 - Gloss Amber, Black or Green

Gloss Pack 3 - Gloss Copper, Purple or Teal

Gloss Pack 4 - Gloss Denim, Pink or Red

Gloss Pack 5 - Gloss Blue, Brown or Lavender

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August 18, 2009 by Island Dog
Stardock Design launched the MyColors Gloss Packs today.  In total, five Gloss Packs were released each containing 3 MyColors themes in a pack.  MyColors is an “all-in-one” solution for customizing your desktop, as no extra software is required to use these themes.  Each MyColors theme includes a custom visual style which changes your Windows taskbars, start button, and more.  They also including matching icon sets and wallpaper to complete the desktop experience. ...
August 18, 2009 by Island Dog
If you are running Windows 7, did you know that you can easily change your logon screen using LogonStudio ?  No need for hacks or registry changes, just a simple and free way to give your Windows 7 logon a fresh new look.  There are tons of logons available for download on WinCustomize, but if you would like to use your own custom image, it’s as simple as drag and drop to create your own. Learn more at the article link below.
August 18, 2009 by Island Dog
With the launch of Windows 7 growing ever so close, Microsoft is now promoting the Windows Launch events which will take place in cities across the United States.  These launch events are targeted at IT Professionals and Developers, and the best part is you get a free copy of Windows 7 for attending.  Did I mention these events are free as well? Click below for more info!  
August 17, 2009 by Island Dog
I wanted to get a general feel from the skinners about Windows 7.  I know some of you already have updated some WindowBlinds themes to get them ready for Windows 7, and I wanted to see who else is doing similar work. Do you plan on updating previous WB skins to work with Windows 7? Are you creating new WB skins just for Win7? Do you plan on making skins compatible with XP, Vista, and Windows 7, or just one of them? Thanks in advance to any skinners who answer.    ...
August 17, 2009 by Island Dog
With the launch of Windows 7 growing ever so close, Microsoft is now promoting the Windows Launch events which will take place in cities across the United States.  These launch events are targeted at IT Professionals and Developers, and the best part is you get a free copy of Windows 7 for attending.  Did I mention these events are free as well? I attended a similar event for the Windows Vista launch a couple of years ago in Orlando.  It was actually an interesting event, I...
August 17, 2009 by Island Dog
Happy Monday out there to all of you, and to get your week started off right, here are some featured skin picks from the weekend.  All of these skins were submitted over the last couple of days to WinCustomize.
August 17, 2009 by Island Dog
People who complain about not having enough money to pay bills, but yet spends money on useless things like parties, going out, etc. Going to a teenie-bopper clothing store and looking out of place while you wait for the kids to shop. People who send e-mails with dark colored backgrounds with black text.  I mean, seriously? Telemarketers who call and ask for me by my first name, and then act like they know me personally. Not having the ri...
August 14, 2009 by Island Dog
Only a liberal can explain their wacky logic.  Protesting a “war” they voted for, it’s no problem to shout, scream, and do whatever else the loony left does.  However, when people peacefully protest healthcare events, they are labeled as a “mob”, and un-American.   And while you hear the liberals whine about someone calling them a Nazi, lets take a look back at the not so distant past.  The left is the definition of hypocrites. ...