Windows (PC)

Software for Windows Desktop Devices

Anim8or

Anim8or is a 3D modeling program for Windows. Created by R. Steven Glanville, the application also has character animation capabilities, and while the application isn’t as full featured as other commercial 3D applications, it has more than enough features to meet the needs of new 3D modelers and enthusiasts.

Jujuba Software Clock

Jujuba Software Clock from Jujuba Software is a free, easy to use program that allows you to put an easy to read clock on your Windows desktop. However, this app does more than that as it lets you time your activities using a countdown timer or a stopwatch, making it very useful.

VSDC Video Editor

VSDC Video Editor from Flash Integro is a free video editing program but with features that rival those of pricey, professional applications. If you are looking for powerful software to edit videos, this is for you. While there is a learning curve, it is worth investing time here since there’s a lot you can do with it.

SpaceSniffer

SpaceSniffer is a free Windows application from Uderzo Software that makes it simple for you to assess your files and folders. There are many similar applications available for Windows, but this one is still worth a look because of its features. It’s powerful but surprisingly easy to use.

Jaangle

Jaangle is a free music organizer and music player that will help you arrange all your favorite music files. An open source program, it sports an intuitive interface that you can use to browse and play your favorite songs. Aside from organizing your files, a host of other features are built in too.

PrimeTube

PrimeTube from App Lyf is an app that makes it easy for you to access YouTube from Windows 8. Unlike other YouTube apps, PrimeTube makes viewing your favorite videos easy whether you are using Windows 8 from your laptop, desktop or tablet. It is also equipped with a lot of features that make it even useful.

Zim

Zim is an open source text editor that you can use to take down notes and gather your thoughts. Developed by the Zim Wiki Team, it is easy to use and powerful editor that lets you to set up and link wiki pages. If you're tired of the very basic notepad that comes with your OS, then give this a try.

News Bento

News Bento from Hubrious.com is a free news reader developed especially for Windows 8. Though there are some news readers already available for Windows 8, News Bento has many unique features such as support for feed tiles, Surface RT support, support for keyboard and touch and more.