25 Inspiring Windows 8 App Designs

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Owen Williams

Former TNW employee

Owen was a reporter for TNW based in Amsterdam, now a full-time freelance writer and consultant helping technology companies make their word (show all) Owen was a reporter for TNW based in Amsterdam, now a full-time freelance writer and consultant helping technology companies make their words friendlier. In his spare time he codes, writes newsletters and cycles around the city.

The Windows 8 app store might be new, but it’s quickly growing and the quality of applications are rapidly increasing. Despite the fact that Windows 8 is fresh out of the oven, developers are quickly releasing applications that are helping shape the future of Microsoft’s style formerly known as Metro.

Here’s a roundup of applications that are refreshing, offering a new design perspective and proves that Windows applications aren’t just following in the footsteps of Microsoft’s rivals.

As you’ll be able to see, there’s a serious set of impressive apps that show off just how powerful Microsoft’s new UI style can be. Windows 8 is still very new, and this selection is just a taste of what is to come as the platform matures. We can’t wait to see what developers come up with.

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