Last month Microsoft released a new and improved version of its operating system: Windows 8.1, and with it many new features besides we have more applications available. Weather you have upgraded from Windows 7 or Windows 8, Its always a fun to try out the new Metro style apps on the new OS Windows 8.1. We have selected a list of applications for windows 8, which we think are useful for any regular PC / Laptop / Tab user and every user of OS must have it on their computer.
Xbox Music
Xbox Music app comes pre-installed in windows 8 and it is a complete solution for music lovers. It is worth knowing that with the arrival of Xbox Music app you can not only play local music content but you can also listen to streaming music, with a great music catalog that can envy Spotify. Xbox Music is available for all users of Windows 8 without any regional restrictions, you can enjoy 10 hours of free music per month and listen to unlimited radio. If you pay a monthly subscription of $ 9.99 service is completely unlimited.
Twitter
The official application of Twitter for Windows 8 is not bad, in its latest update it has improved the interface and it works pretty well overall. Supports Snapview and lets you add your favorite people or lists as a live tile on your home screen. System also has desktop notifications and lock screen. It is an application that needs to be tested by all Twitter lovers.
Facebook
With the release of Windows 8.1, Facebook also take the opportunity to launch their official application. It is virtually a copy of the web, but Metro style. It performs very well and has all the basic functions of Facebook, including chat. It also shows notifications on the lock screen.
Netflix
Netflix is definitely the most popular satellite service to enjoy streaming from top shows to the movies around the world. The official application Netflix for Windows 8 works flawlessly Metro style interface and is very well maintained. Ideal to start watching a program on one device and continue watching it in another if you want.
Dropbox
The official version of Dropbox for Windows 8 is an application to take into account, allows you to view, download and upload files to the cloud, but unlike classical application that automatically synchronizes directly to your computer and download your files from the cloud. It is a good alternative if you do not want to take up space on your hard drive, and want to have access of your file at any time you want.
Skype
The version of Skype for Windows 8 is definitely a must for anyone using the service for a long time, even more so after its acquisition by Microsoft and the integration of the accounts with the deceased MSN Messenger Skype application. It’s one of the Best Metro style apps that are available so far, has a great interface, and of course with a nice notification system.
Google
The official search application Google for Windows 8 is a favorite of all. While we can do a search from the browser without problems, the Metro style app for Google is a great way to search outside the browser, much better and a click away on your home screen.
Chrome
Google Chrome is definitely one of the best browsers out there, and the latest versions have the possibility of being released in “Windows 8 mode”, for now this is only one version of Chrome in full screen, but we know that Google is brought something up his sleeve and we might soon have a version of stable Chrome OS in Windows 8.
Shazam
The great application is quickest and easiest way to discover more about music, TV and ads. Shazam also has a version for Windows 8, you can also watch YouTube videos, read the lyrics songs, and share directly to Facebook or Twitter.
Kindle
Kindle also has its own app for Windows 8, from which you can access your entire library of books, reading further you started on other devices, browse all the titles available on Amazon and buy the ones you want directly from the application. You can also mark your favorite books, or you currently reading, to your homescreen. An indispensable application for book lovers.
So I hope you like the list of apps I noted above and you would love to try it out on your windows 8 PC. Make sure you comment below which is your Windows 8 favorite app and why it is your favorite App? We’ll try to review more useful Windows 8 apps in next articles