VG SP2 is in the works

Yesterday we’ve finished updating the VistaGlazz patch core and it is now SP2 compatible. Normally that would be a very minor change, but we’ve decided to implement some long overdue upgrades to the patch process. I’m quite happy with the result, I might add.

We currently have an untested SP2 compatible version that *should* work, but given the past, eh, “issues” with our beta versions, we won’t release a beta this time. Next couple of days we’ll spend on testing the core application to make sure it will work without a hitch.

Besides the patch part of the application there are also some other things that need our attention. Yvo wants some minor UI modifications done and apparently some people are having a problem where VistaGlazz keeps asking to reboot the system. I’m not sure what the current status on that problem is, but it will have to be sorted out. Also, we might add some things from the feature request forum, please check again in a few days for new developments or subscribe to our RSS feed.

Update 30/05/2009
We’re finishing up the last tids and bits on the SP2 release. We’d love to bring you the new release as soon as possible, but hey we love your systems too and we wouldn’t want something to go wrong with it. Among SP2 support we’ve added speedier startup and hopefully no more endless reboot screens. I expect to release the new version on monday, but I’m not making any promises :)   - Yvo

Update 31/05/2009
As knowledge is power, this update should add to your wisdom :). I’ve been firing up the VMs and things are looking quite good. I’m still having some problems with Vista SP2 x86, but I expect them to be resolved quite soon. Tomorrow might be a good day.   - Yvo

56 Responses to “VG SP2 is in the works”


  1. 1 Alex

    Any ideas when it will be released?? :P

  2. 2 Outrage

    It says “Next couple of days we’ll spend on testing the core application to make sure it will work without a hitch.”, Einstein. So ju be patient. Nice work *thubs up*. Caan’t wait ’till the release ^_^

  3. 3 WoW

    Can’t Wait!!
    nice Work!

  4. 4 Alex

    Hmmmmmmm. A couple of days… That was what, 8 days ago? Yeah nice one ‘outrage’.

  5. 5 Outrage

    :D a “couple” duznt necceccery mean a pair. Plus, do u have any idea how hard this is… try coding it yourself if ur rly in a hurry ;)

  6. 6 Outrage

    And.. oh yah, I’m nutt the one you should turn to

  7. 7 Luke Buttigieg

    Thanks hope it comes out soon!

  8. 8 Open Space

    Updated to Vista SP 2 today. Rebooted to the horror of default windows graphics. Oh the horror! Cant wait for the update. Thank you for all your hard work and development.

  9. 9 Hostile

    Please hurry with this. That was one heck of a surprise when I booted to find the basic theme on my computer.

  10. 10 vannmann

    just upgraded to vista sp1. i lost my themes and im stuck with ugly windoze. me and others i’ve helped theme are patiently awaiting your upgrade. please hurry ;)

  11. 11 vannmann

    ooops, i meant sp2. my bad.

  12. 12 Steven G

    same deal, installed SP2.. back to defaults :) please get an update/beta that works out quick, vista GUI is horrible, i was enjoying a nice Windows 7 style

  13. 13 Saulo Benigno

    I’m waiting too. Even the site is getting off, a lot of people is checking it.

  14. 14 Dylan4693

    just updated to sp2 myself. this default theme is driving me crazy..

    looking forward to the update, and thanks for a great program

  15. 15 Outrage

    Sense I’m WAY TOO lazy to register on the forums I’m just gonna post this here. Why dun u make a small release including only the SP2 upgrade now, and release the one wit all those suggestions and changes and stuff later? Would be rly more convenient(hope I spelled it right ;)) fo sum ppl. Anywayz… Can’t wait ;)

  16. 16 lxx

    I agree with Outrage’s last comment, especially since aero will not even work (unless one uninstalls VG, I suppose). It really doesn’t make sense to hold up everything for additional features which can be added at any time. Just my opinion.

  17. 17 humpy dumpy

    for those who are been twats and cant wait stwiddle ur thumbs a bit let them test it make sure its all fine and dandy and no bugs ect . Great work to all involed keep it up :)

  18. 18 Dan

    i would be more than happy to test Vista glazz sp2 on my system and give you feed back… contact me on danielcampbell2097@hotmail.com
    thanks

  19. 19 kasper

    I can’t wait. when exit vistaglazz with vista sp2 support???

  20. 20 Kimberly

    I with you Outrage I don’t need all the new stuff just the SP2 upgrade

  21. 21 Rhys

    ^ Mate there are a lot more spelling errors than just convenient (which you got right!) in your comment.

    I also would like to chime in requesting you to please release the SP2 update asap.

    cheers!

  22. 22 motoraver

    I really need this. ;-) I was one of them too, who are suffering from that ugly basic theme.

  23. 23 jeffrey

    i say GIVE OUT the betas cause they atleast helped you guys. plus we can get it sooner. HURRY UPPPPPPPPPP

  24. 24 vannmann

    i think thats a great idea outrage, all i want is my theme back. i dont care what the GUI looks like or anything else fancy. i just want my theme back, lol. but im sure you guys are busting ass trying to figure this thing out, so props.

  25. 25 Rowan

    I love this software - is a Windows 7 version planned?

  26. 26 Outrage

    Well then… someone with an account on the forums go and suggest this!
    P.S. I’m STILL too lazy to register ;)

  27. 27 balls

    Blame it on bill gates lol its his fault all his fault !!! hes a twat spanner :)

  28. 28 Alex

    Lol - a couple of days DOES mean two which is a pair

    Quote:

    “two items of the same kind” when you put in define:couple.

    I do agree however that they should release the new version first with SP2 compatibility and then with all the other updates!

  29. 29 emanuel

    Thank you guys for such a great program,

    but since so many aren’t able to start it anymore, (constant reboot) could you just release the SP2 now? Or at least provide a way to unpatch what has been patched?

    I’ve read the forums but nothing helps…

  30. 30 Mario

    Thank you very much for all your hard work - I didn’t realize how much I enjoyed my custom themes until Vista SP2 removed them :)
    I’m looking forward to the SP2 VistaGlazz release as well. Thanks!

  31. 31 vannmann

    oh well, i found another fix for my problem. there is a patch for sp2 to enable themes. wasnt hard to google for.

  32. 32 Outrage

    Gimme a link to it.

  33. 33 CoolMover

    Here’s a link. I’ve just downloaded it and it works fine

  34. 34 CoolMover
  35. 35 seclub

    Hey boys, what’s up with the new vista glazz? I already get prompted from windows update to install SP2, but I don’t want to do it ’till you’ve released the new version :/ Hope it comes soon :)

  36. 36 Ed
  37. 37 Mr.Henky
  38. 38 Beltz

    How can I uninstall it after switching to SP2?

  39. 39 vannmann

    here is a link, it patches all three files and you can use your themes again. if your on a 32 bit system, use x86. 64 bit system, use x64. http://tinyurl.com/nwvsdl. post back

  40. 40 marco

    pleas move with the working. i installed sp2 and vistaglazz dont work. but i hate the normal aero style from vista. want to use the windows 7 style.

    pleaaase release it :(

  41. 41 Outrage

    Damn… I rly messed up my entire windows in previous attempts to apply SOME themes on sp2 :s Guess I’ll have to make a quick reinstall :( (after i finish PoP T2T ;) ) Sry for offtopic but I guess I’ll w8 fo new VG to come out before I take any drastic measures. Thx anywayz Vann ;)

  42. 42 Shawn

    Thank You oh so very much for this news! I am growing wolverine-like hair just thinking about waiting for Monday to arrive! SI!

  43. 43 Wii Master 64

    i know this is off topic, but, what should i use to open those theme files that you posted up there, vann?

  44. 44 Look_Behind

    WOW I hope it comes out soon!!
    Keep up the good work, don’t worry about bringing it out in time… I mean that to update it in less than a week is a achievement in itself.

  45. 45 Outrage

    Aaaa never mind… I only needed to reboot and all is fixed and back at aero style. Thx Vann ;) About spelling… I spell sum words like that but only if they can be under stood (sum, fo, dun, duz, etc…) So dun go tellin me I dunno how to spell :D I’m jus tryin to keep it gangsta ;) *oops* I mean Keep It Real
    _________________________________________________
    WORD !!! :D

  46. 46 jP

    Monday! :D yay can’t wait, can’t wait! :D getting really sick of this default aero theme on sp2!! :( really dont want to patch the 3 files, have really messed up my system in the previous attempts :P one quick question:
    do we have to reinstall the previous version of vistaglazz before installing this one?
    thanks!

  47. 47 Steven G

    for those tired of waiting, SP2 final build dlls available via
    http://www.withinwindows.com/uxtheme-patches/

    with correct version#’s just take ownership and replace/backup originals

  48. 48 Outrage

    So Yvo jus said monday. In other words (By murphy’s law for making a schedule)it will prbly be rdy by friday or later. :P

  49. 49 Yosh

    Let’s all be patient. I really miss my themes, but the Aero theme isn’t that bad that we can’t wait a few days. Let them test and it will be ready before the end of next week.

    I really love VG. It is great, but a program of this magnitude really requires testing. Also Yvo probably misses his themes as well, so he is not just working on this for us, but for himself as well.

    Good Job guys!

  50. 50 TMan

    Should I uninstall v1.1 before installing the next version for SP2? When I attempt to uninstall it tells me “Some of your system files are still patched. The uninstaller will not automatically unpatch your system. To unpatch your system, cancel the uninstaller and use VistaGlazz.” What should I do, click Continue or cancel?

  51. 51 jP

    yay! 1.2’s out! thanks guys! :) saved my computer from boredom! :P

  52. 52 KrisBelucci

    da best. Keep it going! Thank you

  53. 53 puneet

    nice yr carry on

  54. 54 samuel

    He descargado el vista glaz pero no hace nada, lo instalo hago el procedimiento y dice que no es compatible y me envia a esta pagina wep
    mi vista tiene puntuacion 3.0

  55. 55 jbirdva

    This software is excellent!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW

  56. 56 Jae Jae

    Hello Codegazer n anyone else involved with the patcher any chance of updating to work with windblows 7 thank’s VistaGlazz 1.3 not doing the business ….. ;-(

    Keep watching ….

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