Object Desktop 2008 Support Thread

Please post Object Desktop 2008 questions / issues here.

Published on April 9, 2008 By Zargon In Object Desktop

Object Desktop 2008 launches today, please use this thread to discuss any support questions or issues with Object Desktop 2008.

Release Notes

There are no known issues on x86 versions of Windows XP and Windows Vista.

There are some known issues with x64 installations of WindowBlinds and IconPackager, again 32-bit customers are not effected.

Users of x64 versions of Windows XP and Windows Vista may experience issues with IconPackager 3.99. Please upgrade to IconPackager 4.00 once the update is published later next week on Impulse before reporting any issues.

Users of x64 versions of Windows XP and Windows Vista may experience issues with WindowBlinds 6.03. Please upgrade to WindowBlinds 6.03b once the update is published later next week on Impulse before reporting any issues.

Comments (Page 6)

leezer3

on May 19, 2008

I'm aware of that, but at the time it seemed a better idea to purchase the whole whack of OD

WindowBlinds was just a pain in the rear though, and I've never found a need for any of the other applications in the set. As far as I can see, there's now no option to renew the single program without paying for the others

ObjectDock on the other hand I use extensively, I suppose my point is that I'd like a little choice on precisely what's provided in the bundle.

Not really intended as a dig.

Cheers

-Leezer-

ZubaZ

on May 19, 2008

Not really intended as a dig.

Not taken as such.

DorkCoffeez

on May 19, 2008

Any word on when a compatible X64 version of IP will be out?? I uninstalled 3.99 and my icons are still screwed up...

Icon Packager 4 is compatible with XP64bit. However you should be aware that going forward no further updates will be made XP64 bit compatible. At least not by intention they will not be. This applies to all Stardock software and updates. My apologies but I wanted to give you a heads up ahead of time. I posted an article about it last week.

asoldier

on May 21, 2008

Is it possible to activate OD'08 without being online? I don't have a personal internet connection and I am forced to use public terminals. There is no way for me to get a personal line, not for 8 more months, and I would like to be using my Object Desktop products before then. I purchased them after all.

ZubaZ

on May 21, 2008

Is it possible to activate OD'08 without being online?

here

DorkCoffeez

on May 21, 2008

Should you have any troubles with the automatic email system at activate@stardock.com then take the whole message thoes instructions tell you to send there and send them to support@stardock.com as well. We can manually use thoes codes to create a code for you.

Khaostheory

on May 22, 2008

I'm aware of that, but at the time it seemed a better idea to purchase the whole whack of OD WindowBlinds was just a pain in the rear though, and I've never found a need for any of the other applications in the set. As far as I can see, there's now no option to renew the single program without paying for the others ObjectDock on the other hand I use extensively, I suppose my point is that I'd like a little choice on precisely what's provided in the bundle.Not really intended as a dig.Cheers-Leezer-

I have the same questionl. I bought Deskscapes 2 and very satisfied. Now i want to have Windowblinds, Object dock and CursorFX+, as well as VistaTweak and IconPackager ( spelling optional). So i will have to spend a total of $100 plus the Deskscapes 2. The total would be $120, which is way unaffordable for me. Is there a way to get some discount ?

ZubaZ

on May 22, 2008

Is there a way to get some discount ?

Object Desktop Price: $34.95 Upgrade from a stand-alone component to Object Desktop. Upgrade Now
Object Desktop Ultimate Price: $54.95 Upgrade from a stand-alone component to Object Desktop Ultimate. Upgrade Now

Khaostheory

on May 23, 2008

Is there a way to get some discount ?Object Desktop Price: $34.95
Upgrade from a stand-alone component to Object Desktop.
Upgrade NowObject Desktop Ultimate Price: $54.95
Upgrade from a stand-alone component to Object Desktop Ultimate.
Upgrade Now

Thx for the reply, but even so i still have to spent $40 for cursorFX and OD+, which turns out to be $100 again. There're a load of components i don't need in the ultimate upgrade. I guess there's no way then.

ZubaZ

on May 23, 2008

i still have to spent $40 for cursorFX and OD+, which turns out to be $100 again. There're a load of components i don't need in the ultimate upgrade. I guess there's no way then.

You are correct. While Stardock want to be fair with their customers they also want to feed their kids. ;0

Khaostheory

on May 23, 2008

You are correct. While Stardock want to be fair with their customers they also want to feed their kids. ;0

LoL. Point taken. In my country, $100 can feed a whole family for a month ^^. But still, having to spend much money, should i able to get something extra, like subscription and such? Also, the upgrade from 1 component to the full ultimate link doesn't work for me - after i verified, i was taken to the option to upgrade, when i click, it says no such site or something like that.

ZubaZ

on May 24, 2008

Email sales@stardock.com.
See what they can do (after the three-day weekend).

Khaostheory

on May 24, 2008

Here's a screenshot

I really want it now, lol. Is there really no way around ?
EDIT: the reg works, but the ultimate doesn't... I will send an email on Monday.

DorkCoffeez

on May 24, 2008

Well I am here. Unfortunately I don't do you much good since I am not sales. What you are wondering at isn't totally uncommon but there isn't anything I know of. However there is a 90day return policy. You could buy them now and negotiate with sales on Tues if you liked. That way you could get your money back if you need to.

Just a thought.

Khaostheory

on May 24, 2008

Just curious, what holiday are you guys having in US? I'm in Canada and i just had Victoria day, is it like similar?
Thanks, so you suggest that i can purchase, and negotiate for the rebate of $14 ( or something) extra i have to pay? I would certainly do so if you confirm that the negotiation is possible. I need it urgent just because i want something nice for my Birthday ^^ .
Edit: Last question, because i purchase ultimate, i will be a subscriber, so will i able to buy Cursor FX and OD+ with 20% discount, like it said on the website?

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