WinZip: The universal app available Windows 10 and v.20.5 (desktop)

The popular compression software, WinZip, distributed as a universal app Windows 10, and downloadable PC / Tablet Windows 10 and smartphone Windows 10 Mobile.

WinZip is one of the most popular software for managing long compressed files available for Windows operating systems. In the past few hours, developers have announced the availability of the new universal app Windows 10 of WinZip, optimized, as such, for use with PC and tablet with Windows 10 and smartphone Windows 10 Mobile.

First obvious difference from the classic desktop version is made by the new graphic interface, more in line with the approach exhibited by the app Windows 10 and able to re-adapt to the diverse resolutions like the app built with the new UWP (Universal Windows Platform). A style and a UI that will be coherent across all devices based on the latest release of the operating system from Redmond.

The file interaction can take place via a drag and drop system that allows, for example, to open and create compressed files. Do not miss the integration with Cortana and OneDrive, plus the ability to send large files either via email, or exploiting the social platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Aspects of security are guaranteed by the ability to protect content shared using military-grade encryption algorithms.

The universal app WinZip for Windows 10 can be downloaded for free and provides the user with full functionality for a period of 20 days, after which, in order to continue using it. You will need to sign the annual subscription price of $7.99. To download, simply connect to this address in the Windows Store or make a keyword search using the ” WinZip Universal “.

The arrival of universal app Windows 10 of WinZip is not the only news communicated by developers in recent hours: aimed at those who prefer to use the traditional desktop application is WinZip 20.5 that improves the functions for managing and sharing your files, expands support of social platforms and adds new security features.

Although not formally a universal app, WinZip 20.5 introduces special optimizations to Windows 10 that allow you to use it even better with the 2-in-1 devices. Download the trial version of WinZip 20.5 can be accomplished by connecting to this address. The update is free for registered users of WinZip 20, WinZip 20 WinZip 20 Pro and Enterprise.