Windows 8 Metro App Thread

Mitzy · 20 Dec 2012 at 12:42

Great thread, added a few apps as a result.

Glaucus · 20 Dec 2012 at 12:50

WorldMate - (Free, x64, x86, ARM) - WorldMate, the world's number one mobile travel app, now for Windows 8! Join over 10 million travelers who rely on WorldMate to plan, book, and manage their trips. Experience the magic with WorldMate!
Just forward your travel confirmation email (airline / hotel / car rental) to [email protected] and we’ll do the rest…

http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/worldmate/71c1d0f1-9a47-47a0-9f18-fd5d72df6d25

theheyes · 20 Dec 2012 at 17:05

Audible... finally!

hyperst · 21 Dec 2012 at 16:03

Glaucus said:
Yay, I think that's all my core apps covered now.

Audible AudioBooks (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Audible is home to more than 100,000+ titles, from best sellers to classics, interviews, comedies, and everything in-between. Hear why more readers choose to listen with Audible.

http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/e...and-more/4bfe6201-39fa-41b4-ab34-9f4e5a8d489f

Sorry this app is no longer available ?

Glaucus · 21 Dec 2012 at 16:27

Looks like they've pulled it, no idea why, seems to work fine for me. Can't find anything on why they pulled it or any news on it.

Glaucus · 22 Dec 2012 at 01:03

Just got this, no comment on why they pulled it. I will do my up most to make suggestions and find problems with it, hopefully it'll be back on the store soon.

Dear Audible Customer,

Thank you for activating your Windows 8 device. We're excited to offer this new app to our customers. During the initial launch period, we ask that you please send all support questions, comments and feedback directly to our development team using the 'Submit a bug report' or 'Send feedback' options in the 'Contact Us' menu.

We greatly value your feedback and thank you for being an Audible customer!

Sincerely,

The Audible Mobile Team

Trifid · 23 Dec 2012 at 21:51

I know I'm probably really late to the game, but the metro music app includes streaming once you login to it. It's a bit difficult searching for classical music but for those with modern taste may quite like it, especially the smart DJ feature (also doesn't work with classical music!)

shuffle · 29 Dec 2012 at 15:25

Hi, just had an email invite for a free months subscription to Netflix. Can anyone recommend this offer and what to expect etc? Was mentioned in this thread, so pretty sure its a good bet.
Thanks in advance

theheyes · 29 Dec 2012 at 15:32

Netflix is really good. I probably won't watch 80% of the stuff on there but its still worth it. I also think the app itself is a really good example of a Metro app (I use it on the desktop - shock horror)

Regarding the audible app it's good but not feature complete. I'm really missing the automatic shut off timer.

shuffle · 29 Dec 2012 at 15:42

Thanks theheyes, I think I'll sign up for this.
I do have a Panasonic smart tv which is hooked up to the router via Ethernet, does it simply feed from there or do I need to link the tv to the pc (pc is also connected to router by cable)?

demonix · 29 Dec 2012 at 15:53

shuffle said:
Thanks theheyes, I think I'll sign up for this.
I do have a Panasonic smart tv which is hooked up to the router via Ethernet, does it simply feed from there or do I need to link the tv to the pc (pc is also connected to router by cable)?

If the TV has a netflix app, then there isn't any need for the computer.

shuffle · 29 Dec 2012 at 16:03

Ok no app on tv for Netflix.

Phyre · 29 Dec 2012 at 17:16

I know there's OneNote for all your note taking needs on Metro, but I've been using NotesTab as it syncs up with my Mac and iPhone as well. Pretty useful to have. Does cost for syncing though!

theheyes · 29 Dec 2012 at 17:55

shuffle said:
Thanks theheyes, I think I'll sign up for this.
I do have a Panasonic smart tv which is hooked up to the router via Ethernet, does it simply feed from there or do I need to link the tv to the pc (pc is also connected to router by cable)?

Put it this way, I've had it a couple of months, so that's £6 (including free month) and I must have watched about 3 entire series of 24 and a handful of films.

On Xbox it cost me £4.50 to rent one film.

thenewoc · 29 Dec 2012 at 23:58

If your using w8 on a computer with wmc rather than a tablet I'd say you're better off with wmc with tunerfree plugin for tv as it does catchup plus live tv across the main channels.

http://www.milliesoft.co.uk/index.p...e&id=9:iplayer-mce&catid=1:software&Itemid=11

Glaucus · 18 Jan 2013 at 17:26

Audible is back on

My media centre app, also looks very interesting for those running tv tuners.
Can't find the link ATM.

iviv · 18 Jan 2013 at 19:37

Steam Launcher (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Add beautiful tiles on your start screen to launch your Steam games!
Note that the app doesn't install either Steam or your games, you have to install them separatly.
The app requires you to make your profile public, but will continue to launch your games if you make it back private

http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/steam-launcher/a325b5d8-dee7-4825-8526-6b1e033af528

Not available any more

gareth170 · 18 Jan 2013 at 19:49

Steam Tile

Description

Steam Tile creates Live Tiles for your Steam games. Simply set your Steam ID and Steam Tile will list all your Steam games. Clicking on a tile will pin it to the start menu. If the game has Steam Achievements, you'll be able to see your progress directly on the Live Tile.

Features

Pin Steam games to the Windows 8 Start Menu
See Achievement progress on your live tiles
Show off your games and achievements
Search for Steam games using the Windows 8 Search Charm

http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-gb/app/steam-tile/f17f134c-c72d-470b-9d97-9c9d6d4aae85

Glaucus · 18 Jan 2013 at 19:49

It's still available, it updated today.
Probably changed URL

Or changed its name.

martin9887 · 26 Jan 2013 at 00:19

Searched the thread but didn't see it mentioned. Code Writer is a really nice text/code editor for Windows 8.

http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-GB/app/code-writer/5149f454-94a7-40bc-90ef-eafd38355079