Microsoft released a new and improved version of its operating system: Windows 8.1 , and with it many new features as well as we have more applications available. Whether this new version if you have been convinced to leave your old Windows 7, or just going to upgrade directly from Windows 8, it never hurts to learn new Metro style apps for you take a look and try it on your system.
For them we have compiled this list of 20 applications for Windows 8 that should not miss on your computer .
Xbox Music
While the application of music Windows 8 will not need to download because it comes installed with the system, it is worth remembering that with the arrival of Xbox Music not only can play local content but you can also listen to music on streaming , with a catalog that has nothing to envy to Spotify. Xbox Music is available for all users of Windows 8 without regional restrictions, you can enjoy 10 hours of free music per month and listen to radio indefinitely. If you pay a monthly subscription of $ 9.99 is completely unlimited service.
Twitter
The official application of Twitter for Windows 8 is not bad, in its latest update improved the interface and it works pretty well overall. Supports SnapView and allows you to add your favorite lists or as a live tile on the home screen. System also has desktop notifications and lock screen. It is an application that needs user test all Twitter lover.
Facebook
With the release of Windows 8.1, Facebook also took the opportunity to launch its 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 has notifications on the lock screen.
Netflix
Netflix is definitely the most popular service enjoyed via streaming the best TV shows and movies in the world. The official implementation of Netflix for Windows 8 performs flawlessly and Metro style interface 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 be considered, you can view, download and upload files to the cloud, but unlike classical application automatically syncs to your computer and download your files directly cloud, the application Modern displays only you. It is a good alternative if you do not want to take up space on your hard drive, but want to have access at any time to a specific document or file without having to go through the web.
Skype
The version of Skype for Windows 8 is definitely an essential application for anyone who came to use the service for a long time, even more so after its acquisition by Microsoft and the integration of MSN Messenger accounts with Skype deceased.
's one of the Best Metro style apps that are available so far, has a great interface, and of course with a notification system.
MetroTwit
MetroTwit is undoubtedly the best Twitter client for Windows 8 available so far. Although the desktop version has always been higher quality version of this application Metro has received constant updates and improvements, and for the most enthusiastic users of Twitter is the best choice. MetroTwit also has a paid Pro version that removes the ads and contains some extra features for power users .
Chrome
Google Chrome is definitely one of the best browsers out there, and their latest versions have the possibility of being thrown 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 Chrome OS in Windows 8 stable manner.
Evernote
Evernote , the great note-taking application also has its special version for Windows 8, Evernote actually was one of the first popular services in creating your Metro application. And though at first left a lot to be desired, with time and after many updates, the current version is one of the best apps to get in the Windows Store . If you use Evernote, you definitely want to install.
Skitch
Skitch Touch version of this great tool for desktop Windows 8 is a great example of how to take advantage of the system and touch screens. A great complement to Evernote notetaking and visual aids. Surely you must have in your collection.
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 if you are a click away on your home screen.
Shazam
The cool application that allows you to find out the name of any song just listening to a small segment is a favorite of audiophiles. Shazam also has a version for Windows 8, you can also watch YouTube videos, read the lyrics of the 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. Also you can anchor your favorite books, or you read today, to your home screen. An indispensable application for book lovers.
Adobe Reader Touch
The preferred application for many to read documents in PDF format, features a special version of Windows 8, designed to take full advantage of touch screens. With Adobe Reader you can open any PDF file directly from any application. It has integrated search options to add notes to documents, highlight, cross out, and underline text, switching between continuous scrolling or pages, expansion of the text and images and functions to share online.
Yahoo! Mail
Yahoo! recently redesigned its email applications and also added 1 terabyte of free storage for all users, if those reasons are not enough to give him another chance to Yahoo! Mail, maybe your new official application for Windows 8 will of other reason. Yahoo! Mail has a very nice interface and easy to use and allows you to manage emails received directly from the Windows startup screen.
Hyper
Hyper is an unofficial app for YouTube of great quality. You can sign in with your Google account and access all your subscriptions. It lets you view videos in resolution standard , 720p and 1080p, and set as the default quality either. It also allows you to download any video to your computer, create playlists, watch videos in the background, control playback with the keyboard, and search. Hyper is compatible with SnapView , and displays notifications for completed downloads.
Line
Line , one of the instant messaging clients most popular phones, also has its native application for Windows 8. With a very nice interface, and support for SnapView , Line has a small advantage over other applications such as comfort involving proceed smoothly on the computer one chat on your smartphone is simply brilliant. Also: Stickers .
Crackle
Crackle is a digital entertainment service that has grown tremendously in recent years, with Crackle can watch TV shows, movies, cartoons and anime unlimited and free. The service is available now in the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia and Latin America. The official app for Windows 8 allows you to access all content and create lists of your favorite movies and TV shows.
Write + +
Write + + is a magnificent minimalist text editor that leverages the Metro interface simplicity has basic formatting options, auto-save, spell checker and a free mode of distraction for you to focus on the text and nothing else. It is available for free for a limited time.
Code Writer
Code Writer is a free code editor with syntax highlighting and supports more than 20 types of documents. It was built from scratch, taking into account the principles of Windows 8 design to maximize the Metro interface. Perfect to edit any text document or code review. It also supports SnapView so you can work side by side with other open applications.
For them we have compiled this list of 20 applications for Windows 8 that should not miss on your computer .
