WindowBlinds 6 Beta Released
Available to Object Desktop Subscribers
Friday, August 3, 2007 by Alexandra | Discussion: WinCustomize News
Stardock is pleased to officially announce that the beta of WindowBlinds 6 is now available for users of Object Desktop. WindowBlinds 6 represents a whole new generation of Windows skinning with advanced new features such as animation overlays, blur glass effects on both Windows Vista and Windows XP, user created sub-styles, full font control, explorer backgrounds, complete Windows Vista skinning, faster performance, and much more!
The final WindowBlinds 6 will include 5 brand-new skins created by Stardock Design (a team up of many of the top skinners of all time including the Pixtudio team and Skinplant teams combined) to help demonstrate some of the new skins.
More features and information will be released as the beta moves forward.
If you don’t have Object Desktop, visit www.objectdesktop.com to get it.
More info and screenshots found here.
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BoddhiC
Reply #22 Friday, August 3, 2007 6:12 PM
Reply #22 Friday, August 3, 2007 6:12 PM
Love it, especially the ability to adjust the transparency level. One comment though - with skins that have a taskbar that doesn't stretch the entire width of the screen (Diamond for example) - if the Vista sidebar is running on screen, you can see where the transparent end of the taskbar is beneath the sidebar. This has been an issue since vista came out, any plans to fix?
The sidebar won't change here either after selecting the included one and clicking apply.
The sidebar won't change here either after selecting the included one and clicking apply.
Bebi Bulma
Reply #23 Friday, August 3, 2007 7:31 PM
Little info for those who use MSNPlus, make sure you tell Windowblinds 6 to not skin that program or MSN Messenger. I couldn't use Plus unless I changed the WB6 Settings.
Still loving 6 though!
No problems here on Windows Live Messenger Beta 8.5 and Messenger Plus! Live.
Reply #23 Friday, August 3, 2007 7:31 PM
Little info for those who use MSNPlus, make sure you tell Windowblinds 6 to not skin that program or MSN Messenger. I couldn't use Plus unless I changed the WB6 Settings.
Still loving 6 though!
No problems here on Windows Live Messenger Beta 8.5 and Messenger Plus! Live.
Elsius Saint
Reply #24 Friday, August 3, 2007 8:13 PM
You've gotten my attention
@ Frogboy
I was told that the new Object Desktop 2008 was coming soon.
Would it be simply better to wait for the 2008 version or just get the 2007 with free upgrade to Object Desktop 2008?
Share the light!
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Reply #24 Friday, August 3, 2007 8:13 PM
You've gotten my attention
@ Frogboy
I was told that the new Object Desktop 2008 was coming soon.
Would it be simply better to wait for the 2008 version or just get the 2007 with free upgrade to Object Desktop 2008?
Share the light!
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Fuzzy Logic
Reply #25 Friday, August 3, 2007 8:14 PM
Reply #25 Friday, August 3, 2007 8:14 PM
The beta for SkinStudio 6 should be available next week.
Fuzzy Logic is champing at the bit...
Island Dog
Reply #26 Friday, August 3, 2007 9:21 PM
The dates of Object Desktop are when a snapshot is taken of the suites at that time. If you purchase OD electronically then the date is irrelevant as you get all the updates and any new Object Desktop specific software during your subscription period.
Reply #26 Friday, August 3, 2007 9:21 PM
Would it be simply better to wait for the 2008 version or just get the 2007 with free upgrade to Object Desktop 2008?
The dates of Object Desktop are when a snapshot is taken of the suites at that time. If you purchase OD electronically then the date is irrelevant as you get all the updates and any new Object Desktop specific software during your subscription period.
ShelbyGT_The_Car
Reply #27 Friday, August 3, 2007 10:22 PM
Those are that we get all the good deals on new updates and software for Object Desktop.
And that comes with years of developements from which I must say has been something else.
Or lets say pretty dang good and getting better every year.
Starting with discounts for skins and other new products/software.
Plenty of good support and a very good way of keeping your computer customized too!
Actually there has been so much to say about the benefits here lately... that it's hard to put into words. These people work hard to please you and make the best product/software they can. For whatever year [2007-2008-2009-2010 and even going for 2011 myself for my sub.]
Just having the best is good enough and it is always the best here at Stardock/Wincustomize!!!
Thats a true benefit once you really look hard and see it!
Try it Saint and look on the bright side...
SGT
Reply #27 Friday, August 3, 2007 10:22 PM
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Those are that we get all the good deals on new updates and software for Object Desktop.
And that comes with years of developements from which I must say has been something else.
Or lets say pretty dang good and getting better every year.
Starting with discounts for skins and other new products/software.
Plenty of good support and a very good way of keeping your computer customized too!
Actually there has been so much to say about the benefits here lately... that it's hard to put into words. These people work hard to please you and make the best product/software they can. For whatever year [2007-2008-2009-2010 and even going for 2011 myself for my sub.]
Just having the best is good enough and it is always the best here at Stardock/Wincustomize!!!
Thats a true benefit once you really look hard and see it!
Try it Saint and look on the bright side...
SGT
ama02
Reply #28 Friday, August 3, 2007 11:23 PM
Reply #28 Friday, August 3, 2007 11:23 PM
Okay...I haven't used WB in a long time (been using Vista aero), but all this talk of some new skins and improvements in WB6 made me download and try the beta. I'm glad I did! 
Thanks to the WB team!
Thanks to the WB team!
Elsius Saint
Reply #29 Friday, August 3, 2007 11:24 PM
@ Shelbygt_the_Car~!
Last time I checked, you weren't a frog hanging on two beautiful firm breasts.
I know about Object Desktop and all. All I’ve always interested in were Windowblinds, Skinstudio, and IconPackager. Though I only want the above three software, I was thinking of getting Object Desktop and since version 2008 is set to be released in the near future, I was thinking if it would be best to simply wait.
That’s all
Reply #29 Friday, August 3, 2007 11:24 PM
@ Shelbygt_the_Car~!
Last time I checked, you weren't a frog hanging on two beautiful firm breasts.
I know about Object Desktop and all. All I’ve always interested in were Windowblinds, Skinstudio, and IconPackager. Though I only want the above three software, I was thinking of getting Object Desktop and since version 2008 is set to be released in the near future, I was thinking if it would be best to simply wait.
That’s all
BoddhiC
Reply #30 Saturday, August 4, 2007 12:07 AM
Reply #30 Saturday, August 4, 2007 12:07 AM
Never mind about my previous message. I realized that the reason one can see the edge of the taskbar beneath the sidebar is due to the shading of the sidebar, not any problem with WB itself. It really does look odd with a light colored background however. Any chance for a sidebar background that is completely clear with no shading at all?
Natsgm
Reply #31 Saturday, August 4, 2007 1:47 AM
Reply #31 Saturday, August 4, 2007 1:47 AM
For some reason, I still can't get the darn thing to activate. I keep trying, God knows. I ran up to the activation limit, Stardock kindly reset for me, and now I've hit the limit again. When I install, I get to see the wonders of WB6, but hitting "apply" gets me nowhere. Such frustration. Back to old reliable WB5 now.
someone31988
Reply #32 Saturday, August 4, 2007 2:08 AM
Not so fast! This happened to me too. I'm running Vista and I just set it to Windows Classic and then tried applying a WindowBlinds skin again. Then it worked. If you're running XP, hopefully it will work on there, too.
So when can we start seeing some Sidebar skins to download? The one that comes with it looks great with Diamond on a light wallpaper, but it's leaving me wanting more.
Reply #32 Saturday, August 4, 2007 2:08 AM
For some reason, I still can't get the darn thing to activate. I keep trying, God knows. I ran up to the activation limit, Stardock kindly reset for me, and now I've hit the limit again. When I install, I get to see the wonders of WB6, but hitting "apply" gets me nowhere. Such frustration. Back to old reliable WB5 now.
Not so fast! This happened to me too. I'm running Vista and I just set it to Windows Classic and then tried applying a WindowBlinds skin again. Then it worked. If you're running XP, hopefully it will work on there, too.
So when can we start seeing some Sidebar skins to download? The one that comes with it looks great with Diamond on a light wallpaper, but it's leaving me wanting more.
Excalpius
Reply #33 Saturday, August 4, 2007 2:22 AM
Reply #33 Saturday, August 4, 2007 2:22 AM
Natsgm, did you try the windows service registry fix? It's worked for a lot of us today. 
Follow PurrBall's instructions here:
https://forums.wincustomize.com/?forumid=167&aid=157557
Follow PurrBall's instructions here:
https://forums.wincustomize.com/?forumid=167&aid=157557
Natsgm
Reply #34 Saturday, August 4, 2007 3:20 AM
Reply #34 Saturday, August 4, 2007 3:20 AM
Tried the registry fix. Now, instead of doing nothing at all, hitting "apply" asked me to activate. Of course, I can't activate because I'm maxxed out again. If I can get Stardock to reset me again, perhaps this will work. I don't know.
Excalpius
Reply #35 Saturday, August 4, 2007 4:44 AM
Reply #35 Saturday, August 4, 2007 4:44 AM
My guess is this will work, once they've reset you. Let us all know.
BasketWeaver
Reply #36 Saturday, August 4, 2007 7:19 AM
Reply #36 Saturday, August 4, 2007 7:19 AM
Things are working pretty well here too. For a beta there has not been to many hic-ups at all. Wish there was more skins. My Grandson loves the Moltens' Start Menu, heck so do I. Thanks!
ShelbyGT_The_Car
Reply #37 Saturday, August 4, 2007 7:48 AM
What for? Heck I got my sub good till 2010 and actually need another yr. to get it to match my WC sub. Which if I get another special as the last one... heck ya I'm gona get another yr.
That would make me good till 2011 and good for win7 if ms completes it on time too!
SGT
Reply #37 Saturday, August 4, 2007 7:48 AM
I was thinking if it would be best to simply wait.
What for? Heck I got my sub good till 2010 and actually need another yr. to get it to match my WC sub. Which if I get another special as the last one... heck ya I'm gona get another yr.
That would make me good till 2011 and good for win7 if ms completes it on time too!
SGT
Astyanax
Reply #38 Saturday, August 4, 2007 11:01 AM
Reply #38 Saturday, August 4, 2007 11:01 AM
uhm... there was an update last night that really messed up Leo's shadows and close/min/max
starkers
Reply #40 Saturday, August 4, 2007 11:16 AM
Reply #40 Saturday, August 4, 2007 11:16 AM
No gripes here, just oodles of praise for a job very well done.
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Reply #21 Friday, August 3, 2007 6:05 PM
Still loving 6 though!