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    Winbubble, 100% Clean Award

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Lawrence, Nov 26, 2007.

  1. HTWingNut

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    So is there a plan for XP or no?
     
  2. Lawrence

    Lawrence Notebook Evangelist

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    Actually, WinBubble will work on Windows XP, all you need to do is to install .NET Framework. Many of Windows now has a .NET framework installed to their XP. but some error's will appear. anyway, IT'S SAFE...

    WinXP has no UAC, aero, diff oem info settings and so on... :)
     
  3. Gintoki

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    Looking forward to using it. :D
     
  4. nic.

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    Looking good, looking forward towards the 1.6 ver :D

    You did a really good job for something only as an interest, keep up the good work. :)
     
  5. Lawrence

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    WinBubbles 1.6 was released! Enjoy guys!

    Please post your own Toolbox and Context Menu Customization...
    Find the secret button! haha! :)
     
  6. Gintoki

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    Downloading it. I'll post how i feel in a little while.
     
  7. Lawrence

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    thanks calvin... :)

    If any of you has a suggestions...Please feel free to post...WinBubble was created for the users... :)
     
  8. Gintoki

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    It's a nice improvement from 1.5, with some new features and such. Still has a long way to go though. Keep up the good work. :D
     
  9. Lawrence

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    thanks...Anyway, I'm trying to find new customizations...But some of them need more study...you're correct... :)

    If any of you has a suggestions...Please feel free to post...WinBubbles was created for the users...
     
  10. Lawrence

    Lawrence Notebook Evangelist

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    Latest News:
    Am I Dreaming? Please Don't wake me up!

    BetaNews.com
    5-stars Neowin choice Logo

    WOW! Again, I would like to thank all of you.
    WinBubble was created FOR the users and BY the users.
     
  11. BlackRussian

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    Well done Lawrence..Have some rest now..
     
  12. Gintoki

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    Awesome news! :D
     
  13. eyecon82

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    congrats on the new news...looks like it keeps winning awards!
     
  14. Lawrence

    Lawrence Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks guys...Black Russian, Calvin and Eyecon82.
    Also, to Stallen ( I've Unlock now how to change the IE icon)

    But It's difficult creating a program for that...Anyway, I'll find another ways to unlock it.

    After that, I'll blog and write articles about it.
    Recently, I'm writing articles regarding Networks, especially Wifi.
    I will share to all of you how to increase your wifi reception even if it's located
    at your basement, DIY... I'm a Communication engineer (Telecom Eng'g) too...

    I'm not practising that profession right now so It's ok to share to all of you.
    :) I unlock it!!!
     
  15. Gintoki

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    Great news Lawrence! Keep up the good work! :D
     
  16. Lawrence

    Lawrence Notebook Evangelist

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    NEWS:

    My favorite Vista tweaker is a very unassuming, free little program from Lawrence Albert called WinBubble… it sure beats the daylights out of editing the Registry by hand. And the results will perk up your day. Guaranteed.” - Woody Leonhard, Windows Secrets Newsletter, 7 Feb 2008, WindowsSecrets.com

    My favorite multi-awarded author, Woody Leonhard, who is adored blindly and excessively by everyone (Of course by Me), now living in thailand with his father, beautiful wife and sons. Surprisingly chooses WinBubble as his favorite Vista Tweaker. Wow!
     
  17. Gintoki

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    Very surprising and good news Lawrence! Good job! :D
     
  18. Lawrence

    Lawrence Notebook Evangelist

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    yes...I'm surprise too... WOW!!! I can't believe it. Out of 6 Vista Tweaker... He chooses WinBubble. Am I dreaming Again? Please DONT WAKE ME UP!!!

    Most of them are created by companies.

    Again, I would like to thank NotebookReview Community...
    And Of course You Calvin and Eyecon82... :)

    WOW!!!

    My Opinion:

    For me, All of them are great Tweaking Tools... Much powerful than WinBubble.
    Anyway, WinBubble can Combine All of them by using the Tweaking Toolbox... :)


    Here's the link: (this article is not complete, because it is for paid users only)
    http://windowssecrets.com/2008/02/07/05-WinBubble-is-the-best-free-TweakUI-replacement
     
  19. deathstick

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    Just downloaded this, pretty cool and seems useful expecially for those pesky icon problems.

    But what about this icon problem?
     

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  20. Lawrence

    Lawrence Notebook Evangelist

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    Try this... I don't know if this will work or not:
    1. Open Windows Explorer > c:\Users
    2. Right Click the [username] folder
    3. Properties > Customize Tab
    4. Click the Restore Default Button

    Inform us!!!
     
  21. deathstick

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    Didn't work. :(
     
  22. Lawrence

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    Ok...I'm going to spoil now the fun...WinBubble 1.7 supports new icon
    Customizations... Username folder is one of them, Please wait for the release
    SOON... Restoration of Icons is included... :)

    For the meantime, Here's a quick info about Restoring your Vista Icons, here :)

    [​IMG]

    [​IMG]
     
  23. eyecon82

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    sweet!!!!!
     
  24. BlackRussian

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    @Lawrence and there me waiting for WinBubble 2.3 Pro :D :D
    Lovely program bro keep up the good work.
     
  25. deathstick

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    The article didn't say how to restore the username icon.

    But I found out how to do it. :D

    Right Click Desktop, click personalization.
    Top left corner under tasks, select change desktop icons.
    Then change the username folder back to default/whatever you want.
     
  26. Lawrence

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    I didn't notice that...anyway, thanks to you... :)
    I'm going to expand the icon customizations in ver 1.7...
    I hope I can unlock some of my plans...

    Thanks eyecon82 and blackrussian
     
  27. Lawrence

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    WinBubble 1.65 was released!!!

    Download here

    Your Wish is my command!!! Winbubble 1.65 is based on USER REQUEST and SUGGESTIONS...

    * Winbubble 1.0-1.5 registry setting for the program will be deleted automatically
    * "Alt-A" was added for applying customization and tweak
    * Disallow Flp3d and Changing wallpapers (AS REQUESTED), Disable Internet access, Remove "Map/Disconnect Network Drive" in Computers Context Menu
    * More Context Menu Customization (Desktop, Windows Explorer: all files, folder and drives) - as requested
    * Disabling Windows Sidebar and Failed DNS Caching was transferred to Optimizations Tab
    * "I can't see the Apply Button", Some of the users had change the font, virtually it will affect all programs.

    If there's any request or suggestions, please visit my blogsite, click the contacts link and send me an email. Great thanks guys!!!
     
  28. BlackRussian

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    Thanks Lawrence download from your site ;)
    Thanks again :)
     
  29. Jabe

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    I've downloaded the newest version (1.65), but when i try to open the program i get an error:
    "Error: Object reference not set to an instance of an object"
    I can click OK and the program opens as if nothing happened, but as soon I want to make changes, I get the same error and an option to ignore this error or close the application imediately. I've chosen the later due to obvious reasons (no idea what the error is).

    I don't know if it's this version or my computer does not like winbubles per se, since this was the first time i've tried the program.
     
  30. Lawrence

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    Thanks too guys... Without your comments and suggestions I will not create Winbubble. This version is for all of you. the icon thing, I removed it... It needs more study and test.

    Enjoy!!!
     
  31. Lawrence

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    Hello Jabe...I'm sorry I made a mistake, I uploaded a different file. That file was used on tracking bugs... Anyway it is Just alarm messages...

    AGAIN, Sorry guys... just uploaded the correct file.

    Hope you'll understand....Thanks for the quick post... I will not check it without your comment.

    I owe you one!!!
     
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    Thanks for the new updates lawrence
     
  33. Lawrence

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    your welcome!!! Ahhh... Im lucky I read the forum post...great thanks guys :)

    6 hours ago after the release, I made a mistake. I uploaded the wrong file... I quickly change it but I think some of you may downloaded wrong file (12 people). It may give some messages but it's fine. Please redownload the new file...I'm really sorry about that...

    HOW TO ADD WINAMP IN THE CONTEXT MENU: (As Requested)
    Don't forget to click the backup first...
    Open winBubble > miscellaneous tab > Click "windows explorer (all files)" > type "WinAmp" or any in the name > Click browse button for the path of .exe file (command) > at the end of the command add this "%1"

    Name: WinAmp
    command: [path] %1

    Click the Add button

    Enjoy!!!
     
  34. Lawrence

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    Plugging NotebookReview Community for what you've done to this new version?

    NotebookReview.com Community user (Jabe) quickly sent a Tip about the problem after uploading the file. coz I made a mistake, uploaded a different file. Wow! GREAT THANKS Guys!!!

    See it in the download section of winbubble. What a community...
     
  35. Lawrence

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    News: WinBubble 1.65 was choosen by Freewarefiles.com as NEW Editor Picks!!!
    Wow!!! This version is for all you guys...
     
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    Oh, Lawrence, stop it. It was an honest mistake and I'm pretty sure you're well forgiven, because this app rocks!
     
  37. eyecon82

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    Yea, i wouldn't worry too much..mistakes happen and it was corrected..no worries
     
  38. Gintoki

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    Great news Lawrence! I've added Winbubble to my Best Free Software for Windows list! Congratulations!
     
  39. Lawrence

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    Wow Great thanks guys... You're the best...
    :)
     
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    It's your software, and only the best and most popular software is on my list so you should be thanking yourself. :)
     
  41. Lawrence

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    Wow!!! Many people are helping me in debugging Winbubble.
    Now Winbubble was updated again!!! The code was optimized...

    Now only 339kb. Download it at MajorGeeks.com.
     
  42. Lawrence

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    Stop...What the... They gave the updated file Editor's PICK!!! I don't know that.

    Wow!!! Great thanks to all the people who sent email and suggestions.
    As I promised, This VERSION IS FOR THE USERS SUGGESTIONS and TIPS.
     
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    Hey Lawrence. I've been looking at WinBubble for a while now and I decided that I'm going to try it out. It seems like nifty software. Thanks for taking the time to put it all together! :)

    I'll let you know what I think of it after using if for a little bit :)
     
  44. Lawrence

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    Ok thanks don't forget to download the updated version of 1.65 yesterday. mmmm... about 20 hours ago. :)
    I think Majorgeeks knows that I'm not representing any company. They changed the Author "UnlockForUs" to "Lawrence Albert"... :)
     
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    Already did :)
     
  46. Lawrence

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    so what are your thoughts?
     
  47. Lawrence

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    Q&A: (email from users)
    1. Why are your changing and updating Winbubble so fast?
    a. Because Time will come that I can't anymore update Winbubble
    because of my work and other things.
    b. Just for Fun, I love updates... I like dynamic. Soon Winbubble will not be updated by me only. But all of the users... How? It's a secret for now.

    2. UnlockForUs, How many authors are writing the articles? Just ME... Sorry for saying "Discover Us"

    3. How old are you? Is this your hobby? oppps...If I say the correct age will you believe me? I'm 25 years old. Electronics Engineer... I'm coding Winbubble for fun only. I love to share my thoughts and creations always...

    4. "Nice app..." thanks :)
     
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    gr8 app dude.. +rep
     
  49. Lawrence

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    Thanks :) Please help me share it to others
     
  50. crash

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    Sorry, I've been really busy with midterms the last few days. I'll probably try it out this weekend. I'll be sure to post my thoughts then :)
     
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