I have been a delighted user of Xara since shortly after Xara Xtreme was new (and I still lament the silly name change...Xara Xtreme was a great name).

I upgraded last year when required to do so for the new annual approach but I am wondering if it is necessary any longer. It seems that new features are pretty skimpy. I have no need for the online catalog or the Free Photo Manager, and I would trust the free PC checkup about as far you would trust your auto mechanic with heart surgery. But I do want to keep current on Xara Xtreme. ;-)

The upgrade cost is not a problem. I just don't want to waste money on bloatware if the base product is not being improved.

If I am missing something, please set me straight and I'll pony up the forty bucks in a New York minute.

Thanks!
tom

p.s. I noticed on other posts that the upgrade offer expired on June 28. I saw that last week too. Today it is giving me until July 5. I suspect the update deadline is refreshed regularly as a call to action. t