Testseek.com have collected 240 expert reviews of the Microsoft Windows 8 and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Windows 8.
April 2014
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The editors liked
Compatibility with existing Windows products
Windows 8 embraces the future wholeheartedly. Log-in and boot times are fast
The apps look gorgeous
And the Sync feature brings seamless transition between devices
On the right hardware
It's sleek
Fast and fun
Huge security improvements
Better battery life
Faster boot
Great for touch
The editors didn't like
What Microsoft has done is reinforce a choice decision for consumers by driving them to Android and Apple's iOS software that they are fast becoming comfortable with
What Microsoft has done is reinforce a choice decision for consumers by driving them to Android and Apple?s iOS software that they are fast becoming comfortable with.
What Microsoft has done is reinforce a choice decision for consumers by driving them to Android and Apple’s iOS software that they are fast becoming comfortable with.
What Microsoft has done is reinforce a choice decision for consumers by driving them to Android and Apple's iOS software that they are fast becoming comfortable with.
The learning curve is steep and in-app navigation isn't obvious. There are just too many known unknowns here
Start menu gone
Can't boot to the desktop
You'll want a touchscreen/trackpad gestures/Touch Mouse
Published: 2013-07-30, Author: Mike , review by: itpro.co.uk
Abstract: The battle between Windows and OS X is one of the fiercest in technology, with advocates from both sides insisting their OS is superior. Both have their advantages, and we aim to help you find out which is best suited to your needs. We've used Windows 8 ...
Abstract: Rather than a book this is a software package that will work on Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows 8. It has text to read – this can also be read out – and things to do after it has explained them using a dummy Windows 8 interface....
Published: 2013-03-18, Author: David , review by: itpro.co.uk
Improved security and remote management features; Superfast boot times; Works well on tablets
Metro will likely confuse desktop users; Besides the interface, it's not a huge leap from Windows 7
It's a more efficient and secure OS with some excellent management and storage features, but that frustratingly divided interface makes it hard to recommend for businesses that aren't heavily reliant on mobile workers....
Abstract: After giving Windows 8 our attention last week, we're following up with one more look at performance using a Core i7-3770K processor. Are there any aberrations to note, or does Intel's Ivy Bridge architecture demonstrate the same behavior as Bulldozer?...
Abstract: There were two major questions that came from readers after we published our comprehensive Windows 8 review, and we want to expound on what you get with the Media Center/Pro packs regarding media playback, and Windows 8 and RT app compatibility. Window...
Abstract: Shortly after AMD's Bulldozer architecture launched, AMD had us anticipating a couple of hotfixes that were supposed to improve FX-8150's performance. But Windows 8 was the ultimate goal. Now that the operating system is out, does it help FX-8150? Prio...
Abstract: Windows 8 is available to download to your computer, for the affordable sum of £25. What will the new Operating System be like to use? Agent Chris Tufts is here to tell us all about Windows 8 for PC, and Windows 8 RT for tablets.Microsoft's progression in...
Abstract: We already know that the look and feel of Windows 8 is very different from Windows 7. But once you fire up your favorite title, does Microsoft's latest affect your experience? We test 10 games and talk to one of the company's SDEs to answer that questi...
Windows 8 is almost here, and system makers are readying new models. Some will be touch enabled or otherwise optimized for Windows 8, while others will be similar to existing PCs. For some time, PC sales have been down, partly because everyone has been wa...
Published: 2012-10-25, Author: Mary , review by: techradar.com
On the right hardware, it's sleek, fast and fun, Huge security improvements, Better battery life, faster boot, Great for touch
Start menu gone, Can't boot to the desktop, You'll want a touchscreen/trackpad gestures/Touch Mouse, Modern UI will annoy some, Some older CPUs won't run it
This is the fastest, most secure, most battery friendly version of Windows 8. It's also a bold move to head off the danger of Windows becoming irrelevant in an iPad future, by giving you the best of both worlds. You can have a slim, lightweight, cheap ta...
