VLC Media Player (VideoLAN)

media player and streaming server

Our Rating: (Very Good!)

VLC Media Player is a multimedia player that supports a wide variety of audio and video formats (MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DivX, mp3, ogg, etc.) without the need for additional codecs, as well as DVDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols. It also comes with a streaming server that enables you to stream media in unicast or multicast from your network. VLC Media Player provides a simple, straightforward interface with standard playback controls and makes most of it`s advanced features available from the right-click menu and toolbar. The long list of features include A/V filters and effects, media library, playlist, visualizations, video snapshots, customizable interface, album cover downloads, subtitles and much more.

Freeware

Publisher	VideoLan.org
File Size	19005 kb
Version	1.1.3 (history)
Last updated	Aug 18, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	2000/XP/Vista/7

TweakNow PowerPack 2010

multi-functional system utility

Our Rating: (Very Good)

TweakNow PowerPack is a suite of utilities that let you fine-tune many aspects of your operating system and clean your computer from obsolete files. It includes various options to customize the appearance of Windows, restrict access to certain settings, clean up your hard drive, delete cookies and other Internet related tracks. Also included is a RAM Optimizer to manage and clean your memory, an auto-shutdown tool, a virtual desktop manager, a folder size viewer and more. Other features include a Registry Cleaner and Registry Defragmenter as well as a Startup Manager and integrated backup that allows you do undo any changes you made with the software.

Freeware

Publisher	Tweak Now
File Size	6694 kb
Version	2.3.2 (history)
Last updated	Aug 19, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	XP/Vista/7

TwistedBrush Pro Studio

Digital Painting and Photo Editing

Our Rating: (Excellent)

TwistedBrush Pro Studio is a digital paint software and photo editor that supplies a wide variety of natural art tools. It includes more than 5,000 brushes, along with features like layers, realistic media, photo cloning, tracing, masks, particles, filters, script recording, and more. You can also simulate the background material by choosing from several paper, canvas or wood styles. TwistedBrush Pro Studio can be used to create natural fine art from scratch, or you can use the provided tools to convert your existing photos into the look of hand painted artwork, mandala art and more. Other features include support for drawing tablets, script recording, integrated scanner support, scratch layer, photo tracing, drawing guides and more.

Free Trial, $119.00

Publisher	Pixarra
File Size	18367 kb
Version	17.15 (history)
Last updated	Aug 19, 2010
License	Free Trial, $119.00
Windows	Win (All)

Ashampoo ClipFinder HD

video search tool

Our Rating: (Very Good)

Ashampoo ClipFinder HD is a video search tool that searches some of the popular video sites for content that matches your query. It supports YouTube, MySpace, MetaCafe, iFilm and several German video sites. The results are returned as video thumbnails and can be viewed with the integrated player - no need to visit the website. Other features include an option to bookmark and/or download selected videos and access to advanced search options. Ashampoo ClipFinder requires a free registration after 10 days.

Freeware

Publisher	Ashampoo Gmbh & Co. Kg
File Size	8413 kb
Version	2.09 (history)
Last updated	Aug 17, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	2000/XP/Vista/7

Freemake Video Downloader

download online videos

Our Rating: (Very Good)

Freemake Video Downloader lets you download video clips from various websites, including YouTube, Google Video, Facebook, DailyMotion, MetaCafe and others. Simply paste the URL of the online video and click a button to start the download. You can choose to save the video in it`s original format or have the program automatically convert it to WMV, MP4 or MP3 format. Other features include thumbnail previews, pause/resume of downloads and support for YouTube and Facebook logins.

Freeware

Publisher	Ellora Assets Corporation
File Size	9466 kb
Version	1.1.11 (history)
Last updated	Aug 17, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	XP/Vista/7
Requirements	.NET Framework 4

TTSReader 1.30

Listen to any writtten text in various voices

Softonic rating:

Very good

8/10

License:

Free

Added:

September 17, 2007

Updated:

August 17, 2010

Publisher:

Sphenet

File size:

2.3 MB

Downloads:

2,838

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Foxit Reader 4.1.1

A speedy alternative to Adobe Reader

If you want a small, fast, stable and functional alternative to Adobe Reader, then look no further: Foxit Reader is what you need.

Languages

English,

Recent changes in Foxit Reader:

• Foxit Reader fixes the crash issue caused by the new iPhone/iPad jailbreak program which can be exploited to inject arbitrary code into a system and execute it there.

OS requirements for Foxit Reader:

OS: WinMe/2000/NT/XP/2003/Vista/7

Softonic rating:

Excellent

9/10

License:

Free

Added:

March 16, 2007

Updated:

August 17, 2010

Publisher:

Foxit Software Company | More programs (2)

File size:

6.7 MB

Downloads:

95,400

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Format Factory 2.50

Free audio and video converter for mobile devices

Format Factory is an excellent conversion tool for anyone that converts between video, audio and images on a regular basis.

Languages:

English, Russian

Format Factory supports the following formats:

Audio: MP3, OGG, WMA, M4A and WAV.
Image: JPG, BMP, PNG, TIF and ICO
Video: MP4, AVI, 3GP, MPG and FLV

Recent changes in Format Factory:

• Fixed some problems of "Fail to decode"
• Fixed some decoder conflict
• Fixed some problems of MKV conversion
• Added some codecs to support more media file types

OS requirements for Format Factory:

OS: WinNT/XP/2003/Vista/7

Softonic rating:

Excellent

9/10

License:

Free

Added:

April 27, 2010

Updated:

August 17, 2010

Publisher:

Formatoz

File size:

38.7 MB

Downloads:

1,213,752

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Floola

standalone iPod manager

Our Rating: (Very Good!)

Floola is a standalone iPod manager that enables you to view, play, copy and organize the content on your iPod without the need for iTunes. You can manage and create playlists, copy content to or from your iPod, synchronize podcast subscriptions, find duplicated songs, manage your iPod notes and more. Other features include the ability to add artwork to your albums, download YouTube and MySpace videos, support for lyrics display, Last.fm integration, and more.

Freeware

Publisher	Tomas Leopoldo Camin Seiffert
File Size	8841 kb
Version	5.9.1 (history)
Last updated	Aug 16, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	Win (All)

InfraRecorder

CD/DVD burning solution

Our Rating: (Very Good!)

InfraRecorder is an Open Source CD/DVD burning solution with an easy to use interface and and advanced set of features that enables you to create data, audio, video and mixed-mode discs and disc images (ISO and BIN/CUE). It automatically converts your music files to the proper format for Audio CDs that can be played on any standard CD player. You can also copy discs, erase rewritable discs using four different methods, work with multi-session discs and more.

Freeware

Download 64-bit version

Publisher	Christian Kindahl
File Size	4076 kb
Version	0.51 (history)
Last updated	Aug 16, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	2000/XP/2003/Vista/7

Google Earth

interactive satellite maps

Our Rating: (Excellent)

Google Earth allows you to view global imagery and other geographic information right on your desktop. Just type in the address or location, and watch the interactive 3D navigate to that location, zooming in to street level (you can actually see cars on the street). Along with the detailed satellite images, you can pan and zoom, mark locations, and activate layers that show points of interests like banks, schools, restaurants shopping areas and much more. In addition to the standard satellite view, Google Earth also includes a tilt feature that allows you to render the map in a realistic 3D perspective that shows elevations levels. Additional features include on-screen measuring, emailing and printing of map views, personal places and more. The latest version also allows you to explore stars, constellations, galaxies and more.

Freeware

Publisher	Google, Inc.
File Size	535 kb
Version	5.2 (history)
Last updated	Aug 16, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	2000/XP/Vista/7

BlueScreenView

analyze system crashes

Our Rating: (Very Good)

BlueScreenView enables you to investigate the cause of a system crash (blue screen of death) by analyzing the content of the Minidump files that are created during each crash. The program scans the content of the Minidump folder and provides a detailed report with the basic crash details as well as all the drivers and modules involved. It can highlight the drivers that were found in the error stack, allowing you to narrow down the possible cause for the crash. In addition to the technical details, the program can also show you a simulation of the original blue screen error. Note: In order to use BlueScreenView to analyze crash data, your system should be configure to save a `Small memory dump` file in the default folder - this setting can be found in the `Advance System Properties` dialog under `Startup and Recovery`.

reeware

Publisher	Nir Sofer
File Size	56 kb
Version	1.28 (history)
Last updated	Aug 16, 2010
License	Freeware
Windows	2000/XP/Vista/7

J. River MEDIA CENTER

all-in-one multimedia application

Our Rating: (Excellent)

J. River MEDIA CENTER is an all-in-one multimedia application that can turn your PC into a personal entertainment hub with complete control over your digital media. It supports all popular media formats, including music, video, images, documents and can also rip and burn custom Audio CDs, CDs and DVDs. The program comes with integrated players and a media library that can automatically organize your files by type, genre, date and other aspects. J. River MEDIA CENTER is able to connect your PC to your stereo, TV, remote-control device, digital camera, TiVo, UPnP device, PSP, iPod, and other portable MP3 players. It also includes a Media Server for streaming music and images to remote PCs, support for TV recording, and a variety of media tools.

Free Trial, $49.98

Publisher	J. River
File Size	17105 kb
Version	15.0.95 (history)
Last updated	Aug 16, 2010
License	Free Trial, $49.98
Windows	2000/XP/Vista/7
Trial Limitations	30 day trial. Fully functional.