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Post your comments for Windows 8 Release Preview Set for Early June here

[JohnUSA]

This will be Microsoft's last chance, and I will give them just one more test drive to see how improved this Windows 8 experience is going to be with keyboard and mouse usage. For all our sake I hope it is improved and a joy to use. But if Microsoft is still stupid and stubborn and has not fixed and improved these crucial features, then I will completely wash my hands from Win 8, and never use it. In the end Microsoft will be the big loser as only touch users will buy it. Microsoft will be a huge loser, by reputation and in their bank account.

[captfbgnet]

How about a "START" button classic edition for those MS folks who have been raise on and now familiar with the windows environment. Those who don't have touch screens, use a mouse and/or just don't care to to learn once again another operating system and all of the nuances that come with it. Those folks who just want to be productive and don't want or need all of the 'bells & whistles' of the new OS. Nearly 50% of Window 8 trial users would NOT recommend the new OS to a friend. Isn't MS listening...

[Dmmtc]

JohnUSA, on 24 April 2012 - 06:36 AM, said:

This will be Microsoft's last chance, and I will give them just one more test drive to see how improved this Windows 8 experience is going to be with keyboard and mouse usage. For all our sake I hope it is improved and a joy to use. But if Microsoft is still stupid and stubborn and has not fixed and improved these crucial features, then I will completely wash my hands from Win 8, and never use it. In the end Microsoft will be the big loser as only touch users will buy it. Microsoft will be a huge loser, by reputation and in their bank account.

@john

Why so many big threats? Didn't your mom teach you if you have nothing good to say, say nothing at all.

I love Microsoft. I love my windows phone, I love windows 7, I love my xBox, I really love Windows 8 on my tablet.

If you don't like or get value from Microsoft solution, use something else. Just stop with the idle threats.

[Dmmtc]

captfbgnet, on 24 April 2012 - 06:43 AM, said:

Nearly 50% of Window 8 trial users would NOT recommend the new OS to a friend. Isn't MS listening...

LOL - 72% of all statistics are made up.

I love Windows 8. I loaded it on a tablet the day consumer preview was released. Live tiles are 84% better than icons. Microsoft’s interface gestures are 83% better than an iPad.

[EstherEmma]

I would like to see a hardware device that would basically be a wireless touchpad which would allow a touch screen experience for the desktop user. This would allow quicker navigation than with a mouse. A keyboard would still be used for typing, when needed. I envision something about 4x6 oriented landscape like the monitor. It could be handheld or placed on the desktop.
Tim

[JohnUSA]

Dmmtc, on 24 April 2012 - 06:45 AM, said:

JohnUSA, on 24 April 2012 - 06:36 AM, said:

This will be Microsoft's last chance, and I will give them just one more test drive to see how improved this Windows 8 experience is going to be with keyboard and mouse usage. For all our sake I hope it is improved and a joy to use. But if Microsoft is still stupid and stubborn and has not fixed and improved these crucial features, then I will completely wash my hands from Win 8, and never use it. In the end Microsoft will be the big loser as only touch users will buy it. Microsoft will be a huge loser, by reputation and in their bank account.

@john

Why so many big threats? Didn't your mom teach you if you have nothing good to say, say nothing at all.

I love Microsoft. I love my windows phone, I love windows 7, I love my xBox, I really love Windows 8 on my tablet.

If you don't like or get value from Microsoft solution, use something else. Just stop with the idle threats.

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You just confirmed what I am trying to say here, Windows 8 is designed for touch users, like you, you are using it on your tablet, you are not using a mouse and keyboard like most users, like me, which has a horrible and irritating experience.
You must be an idiot for not understanding my genuine criticism of Microsoft. I am not threatening, all I am saying that if there are no improvements then I will not buy it. What is wrong with that, we still live in a free country.
Microsoft should have designed 2 completely separate versions of Windows 8, one for users like me and the second for users like you.

This post has been edited by JohnUSA: 24 April 2012 - 07:28 AM

[ArmandoRodriguez]

EstherEmma, on 24 April 2012 - 07:00 AM, said:

I would like to see a hardware device that would basically be a wireless touchpad which would allow a touch screen experience for the desktop user. This would allow quicker navigation than with a mouse. A keyboard would still be used for typing, when needed. I envision something about 4x6 oriented landscape like the monitor. It could be handheld or placed on the desktop.
Tim

That's kind of what Apple did with its Magic Trackpad. I initially thought it was a joke (being as I'm on a Macbook), but saw how valuable it could be in OSX Lion on desktops. A similar product for Windows 8 might help sell it.

Also, all the major OSes seem to be moving towards touch based interfaces: Windows 8 has its tiles, OSX has the iOS-like Launchpad, and Ubuntu has Unity. As much as I hate it too, it looks like touch will become an integral part of the future desktop PC experience.

[amark]

JohnUSA, on 24 April 2012 - 07:23 AM, said:

You just confirmed what I am trying to say here, Windows 8 is designed for touch users, like you, you are using it on your tablet, you are not using a mouse and keyboard like most users, like me, which has a horrible and irritating experience.
You must be an idiot for not understanding my genuine criticism of Microsoft. I am not threatening, all I am saying that if there are no improvements then I will not buy it. What is wrong with that, we still live in a free country.
Microsoft should have designed 2 completely separate versions of Windows 8, one for users like me and the second for users like you.

How do you figure this is a touch screen deal? except for the icons on the start page where would you touch?
You think it would be easier to touch the corner than to simply drag your mouse into the corner and right click or left click for the option your looking for?

I have to say I don't agree with you. And you can if you want install a start button....that Windows Blinds outfit has one you can use for free.

I can get to Computer Management in two easy clicks with moving very little...compared to 3 clicks in 7 with moving the mouse at least twice the distance and realigning, meaning pulling down and over twice. In 8 it's right click in the corner and move straight up. I say that's an improvement. Same for the other tools I like to use in that menu in the corner.

I hope MS doesn't listen and change it too much. I think they are making it easier to use and faster.

[mroughton]

Dmmtc, on 24 April 2012 - 06:50 AM, said:

captfbgnet, on 24 April 2012 - 06:43 AM, said:

Nearly 50% of Window 8 trial users would NOT recommend the new OS to a friend. Isn't MS listening...

LOL - 72% of all statistics are made up.

I love Windows 8. I loaded it on a tablet the day consumer preview was released. Live tiles are 84% better than icons. Microsoft’s interface gestures are 83% better than an iPad.

Yeah Windows 8 would work great on a tablet! But the sad part of Microsoft's design is that it was designed for touch screens. All they did was add crappy integration for mice. For those whose jobs highly rely on the use of a mouse (web designers), Windows 8 just doesn't fit into our daily work experience.

[RambodGhashghaiabdi]

guyz any idea how we can use win8 on ipad2 , i love apple hardwares but in software side they are sucks and Microsoft always make best software's ever , do u have any idea how can i remove my iOS and use win 8 on it?!

[mikedmiked]

This cannot be done. The iPad uses an arm processor whereas the current version of win8 uses a Intel based processor.

RambodGhashghaiabdi, on 24 April 2012 - 08:33 AM, said:

guyz any idea how we can use win8 on ipad2 , i love apple hardwares but in software side they are sucks and Microsoft always make best software's ever , do u have any idea how can i remove my iOS and use win 8 on it?!

[compnovo]

mikedmiked, on 24 April 2012 - 09:24 AM, said:

This cannot be done. The iPad uses an arm processor whereas the current version of win8 uses a Intel based processor.

RambodGhashghaiabdi, on 24 April 2012 - 08:33 AM, said:

guyz any idea how we can use win8 on ipad2 , i love apple hardwares but in software side they are sucks and Microsoft always make best software's ever , do u have any idea how can i remove my iOS and use win 8 on it?!

And even though there will be an ARM based version (WinRT) it won't be sold as stand-alone software, it will only be bundled with a new computer.

[davcharlie]

Add a start menu for your senor.
davcharlie@hotmail.com

I love window 8 but I need a start menu to buy the product.

[Badbullet]

mroughton, on 24 April 2012 - 08:09 AM, said:

Dmmtc, on 24 April 2012 - 06:50 AM, said:

captfbgnet, on 24 April 2012 - 06:43 AM, said:

Nearly 50% of Window 8 trial users would NOT recommend the new OS to a friend. Isn't MS listening...

LOL - 72% of all statistics are made up.

I love Windows 8. I loaded it on a tablet the day consumer preview was released. Live tiles are 84% better than icons. Microsoft’s interface gestures are 83% better than an iPad.

Yeah Windows 8 would work great on a tablet! But the sad part of Microsoft's design is that it was designed for touch screens. All they did was add crappy integration for mice. For those whose jobs highly rely on the use of a mouse (web designers), Windows 8 just doesn't fit into our daily work experience.

Windows 8 is just the operating system. You DO NOT design web sites with the operating system. You still will be able to use Dreamweaver or whatever application you use to develop websites as long as you are using the x86 version of W8. And guess what, that application will still use the same shortcuts and mouse commands that it used in Windows 7. I'm not sure exactly how you came up with the logic that you left here?

[Badbullet]

EstherEmma, on 24 April 2012 - 07:00 AM, said:

I would like to see a hardware device that would basically be a wireless touchpad which would allow a touch screen experience for the desktop user. This would allow quicker navigation than with a mouse. A keyboard would still be used for typing, when needed. I envision something about 4x6 oriented landscape like the monitor. It could be handheld or placed on the desktop.
Tim

These touch pads have existed for years. The majority are wired. Wacom and Logitech are a couple of the manufacturers. Though I'd wait until W8 comes out before buying one. I'd expect to see more flavors and a lot better selection, and hopefully lower prices. Wacom higher end models are pretty sweet, but will set you back an arm and a leg since they are designed for artists. You have to buy a wireless kit for the Wacom to get it to be wireless as well, adding even more to the price.
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This post has been edited by Badbullet: 24 April 2012 - 07:49 PM

[TsarNicholasII]

captfbgnet, on 24 April 2012 - 06:43 AM, said:

How about a "START" button classic edition for those MS folks who have been raise on and now familiar with the windows environment. Those who don't have touch screens, use a mouse and/or just don't care to to learn once again another operating system and all of the nuances that come with it. Those folks who just want to be productive and don't want or need all of the 'bells & whistles' of the new OS. Nearly 50% of Window 8 trial users would NOT recommend the new OS to a friend. Isn't MS listening...

Dude you are a genius! Microsoft should really do that. They should make an edition specifically for people who want the Start Button. That would be the best move by Microsoft yet! I really hope the people at Microsoft are reading this.