Most new PCs come ready to go with Windows 7 as their operating system. Every so often, Microsoft changes its operating system in hopes to upgrade and supersede the system before it. Fortunately, each upgrade and new operating system yields some great gadgets that users will love. Windows 7 has some well-known gadgets, like its Doppler Radloop, Facebook and Twitter Explorers, and Skype tool. But, there are some lesser-known doodads that are sure to pique a user’s interest.
The clipboard manager is perfect for those mistakes made while working on documents. Can’t remember what you copied 10 minutes ago? No problem — browse the history for it. Clipboard allows users to retrieve any image or text and has the ability for users to create a favorite clips section for later use.
Mini TV is a miniature TV on your computer. It has a substantial station selection, and you can integrate your favorites into the menu. Full-screen view is available, but quality can get a bit dicey when using this option. Ultimate Explorer is perfectly named. This feature allows users instant access to any website they want information from. You customize the searches for content and can make searches site specific.
NASA TV is a live link into outer space. Through it, you can view the daily workings of an astronaut’s life. Users may view astronauts gliding around the International Space Station and eating and drinking in space. If you prefer gadgets focused closer to home, consider Weather Underground. This keeps the current and future conditions front and center, so you’ll know whether to take an umbrella or a jacket when you leave the house. The magic folder is a disorganized download file and desktop’s BFF. This nifty little tool will sort files based on extension labels. Unfortunately, you have to do some initial setup for the types of folders and files you want organized.
These gadgets help make Windows 7 a top-of-the-line operating system.