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Windows 8.1 split apps
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Operating systems

Many fixes and improved features, but the return of the Start button is more a sop than a turn-around

£75 inc VAT
ACDSee Pro 7 - Detail Brush
ACDSee Pro 7 review
Photo editing

Good creative effects and photo management, but we still prefer Lightroom

£124 inc VAT
RescueTime dashboard
RescueTime review
Software

The best method we’ve found to see where we’re wasting time

£44 inc VAT
WebPlus X7
Serif WebPlus X7 review
Software

WebPlus X7 makes it easy to construct a fully functional website without having to write code

£90 inc VAT
PaintShop Pro X6 Ultimate - FaceFilter
Corel PaintShop Pro X6 Ultimate review
Photo editing

Some great features, but this minor update doesn't address our misgivings about performance and ease of use

£73 inc VAT
Symantec Endpoint Protection
Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition 2014 review
Internet security

Comparatively easy to configure and manage, yet offering very high protection, Endpoint Protection is great for businesses

£136.80 inc VAT
Acronis True Image 2014 Premium - Tools and Utilities Tab
Acronis True Image 2014 Premium review
Software

With improved cloud backup and recovery, True Image remains our choice for backup

£60 inc VAT
Generate and send professional looking invoices with a couple of clicks
Zoho Invoice
Software

Not required if you already have a full accounting solution, but it's great for sole traders and freelancers

£9 inc VAT
Headset
Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking 12.5 Premium review
Software

This accurate speech-to-text tool is powerful and accurate enough to change the way you work for the better

£96 inc VAT
Adobe Premiere Elements 12 - Auto Smart Tone
Adobe Premiere Elements 12 review
Video editing

Packed with impressive features for both novices and experts, but there's room for further refinement

£73 inc VAT