Windows 7 – Build 7600

Well, it looks like that we are finally there. Windows 7 Build 7600 has been leaked, but this is no ordinary build; this is being billed as the finale RTM version. I must say this for clarity, but it hasn’t been confirmed by Microsoft that this build, 7600.16385, is in fact the finale version that will go on sale next October. Some sites are saying it is, while other’s are saying that is not. However, it is safe to assume that this is pretty much what will be hitting the stores very soon.

Below are some screenshots for you to enjoy in the mean time. As you can see, Microsoft has finally listened and they have gone simple. Seriously, have you seen a more beautiful simple UI? I certainly haven’t, I really, really like it. Oh, and that wallpaper is beautiful, is it not? If I find out if build 7600.16385.090713 is in fact the finale build, then I will update this post.

Oh, and before you ask, I have uploaded that lovely wallpaper that is used in the screenshots, it can be found at this link. It’s hard to believe that Microsoft made that, maybe they are changing? If you would like me to upload any additional screenshots or images from Windows 7, then please ask.

Steven – Administrator.

Windows 7 public beta

Earlier today, the public beta build of Windows 7 was released to the general public by Microsoft. The download is limited to 2.5 million users – done on a ‘first come, first serve’ basis – the build number of the beta is 7000.0.081212-1400, so you may already have it if you were too inpatient to wait, and ended up hunting around on Google a week or two ago. After a few hours, the build got taken down due to the underestimated amount of interest; which resulted in Microsoft’s servers being hammered. You’ll have to wait until tomorrow for the build to be put back up; but as I said, you’ll have to act fast. If you really can’t wait until tomorrow, you can find the build on my friends server, head over to his blog for details. For screenshots and information on Windows 7; have a look at my recent post, and at the official Windows 7 website.

Links may longer work as of 31/01/10.

Steven – Administrator. Updated 31/01/10.

Windows 7 Beta 1 – Build 7000

I haven’t tested a build of Windows 7 since 6801; now a few months later I’ve decided to test out a early leaked build of what is basically soon-to-be public Beta 1. I’m not good a reviewing, so I’ll just describe my first experiences with the build – which is build 7000 by the way. The first thing I noticed is the small amount of space it takes up after installation; I only had a 14GB partition to install the build on because Window Vista’s disk management limited me to 14GB – even though I had 100GB spare, urgh.  After installation, I still have 9GB left on the small partition, not bad. I don’t know if this is the case, but the superbar seems smaller than it did in 6801, which is good, I felt that it took up too much room, even on my 1440×900 resolution – the superbar is also enabled by default on this build. Oh, another thing which I found pretty cool is the new loading screen when you turn on your computer, it’s not really a loading bar per se, just a glowing Windows flag; but I like it. Windows Media Center, for me, is still no go area – it’s a bug riddled application that hasn’t supported my less-than-a-year-old TV stick since the first ever build of Windows 7, it’s very, very annoying and it crashes every now and again. Anyway, here’s the screenshots.

Steven – Administrator.

Steven – Administrator. Updated 31/01/10.

Doctor Who Fans

Davros is back, a new red Dalek is on the loose, and every companion from 2005 onwards returns for the season finale. I can’t wait, how about you?

Full image of the gang | Full image of red Dalek

Steven – Administrator. Updated 31/01/10.

Windows 7 Category

I’ve created a Windows 7 category for my Blog, it will contain news: latest builds, leaks, updates, my own research such as screenshots, resources etc. You get the idea.