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IT’S OFFICIAL: Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac users who purchased the product on July 25th or later from an authorized reseller will be eligible for a complimentary upgrade to the next version of Parallels Desktop for Mac up to eight (8) weeks after the availability of the next version of Parallels Desktop!
This special Tech Guarantee is available to recent Parallels Desktop 7 users as well as those who upgraded to in order to harness the power of OS X Mountain Lion!
Upgrade to Parallels Desktop 7 and enjoy Mountain Lion with confidence knowing that you're covered by the Parallels Tech Guarantee
We here at Parallels have seen some of questions coming through from our users about getting their copy of Parallels Desktop 7 ready for OS X Mountain Lion. We put together a quick set of tips for getting your copy of Parallels Desktop 7 ready to rock-and-roar with Mountain Lion!
I am going to update to OS X Mountain Lion, what should I do to prepare Parallels Desktop 7 before?
1) Launch Parallels Desktop 7
2) Go to the Parallels Desktop menu and click “Check for updates”
3) This will download the latest build (Parallels Desktop 7.0.15104.778994, released on July 10, 2012) for you.
I've already upgraded to OS X Mountain Lion, and Parallels Desktop 7 does not start after upgrading to Mountain Lion:
If this alert appears once you've updated to OS X Mountain Lion, Parallels Desktop is not updated to the latest build 7.0.15104
2) Run the downloaded file and install Parallels Desktop 7.0.15104. Note: only Parallels Desktop application will be reinstalled, no Virtual Machines will be affected.
I'm not seeing the solution to my situation here, where else can I go for additional information?
Editor's Note: If you're looking for more information on getting your copy of Parallels Desktop 7 ready for OS X 10.8, make sure and check out our blog post entitled: Making Your Copy of Parallels Desktop 7 Mountain Lion Ready or upgradeto Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac now!
Today Mac users are roaring with excitement. Apple has unleashed Mountain Lion (OS X 10.8) and it’s on the loose! We’ve been testing Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac running on Mountain Lion for months so today, with the current update of Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac (version 7.0.15104.778994, released on July 10, 2012), you can enjoy Apple’s latest and greatest operating system and the Mac apps you love, while simultaneously running the Windows apps you need.
Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac on Mountain Lion (OS X 10.8) simultaneously running Windows 8 Release Preview and Windows 7 on the latest MacBook Air.
Parallels Desktop 7 Roars Ahead with Mountain Lion
If you’re currently using Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac, be sure to check for updates to ensure you’re running the latest build and are Mountain Lion ready. This is easy to do – simply go to the Parallels Desktop menu, select Check for Updates, and install the latest build.
Upgrading to Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac
For those currently using an older version of Parallels Desktop for Mac, before you upgrade to Mountain Lion, be sure to upgrade to Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac. You can upgrade to Parallels Desktop 7 with complete confidence and start enjoying Mountain Lion today!
Apple’s calls its new Retina display a screen where, “the pixel density is so high, your eyes can’t discern individual pixels” allowing users to, “see more of your high-resolution images onscreen with pixel-for-pixel accuracy. So your best ideas can become your best work.” Today, we are proud to announce that both Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac and Parallels Mobile have been updated to support Apple’s Retina display and its over 5 million pixels on the newly released MacBooks and latest iPad.
Now experience Parallels Desktop 7 & Parallels Mobile with the amazing pixel density of the Retina display
Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac along with Parallels Mobile deliver one of the most immersive and integrated Windows on Mac experiences ever so customers can enjoy the full benefits of the Mac across their devices. Parallels Desktop 7 for Mac lets you run multiple operating systems including Windows 8 Release Preview, Windows 7, Chrome and Ubuntu. Parallels Desktop for Mac will be updated to provide support for final versions of Mountain Lion and Windows 8 after they become available.
Everything from reading text, watching, movies, and photos pop off the screen with the stunning Retina Display, now compatible with Parallels Desktop 7 and Parallels Mobile
The Buzz around Parallels Desktop 7 and Parallels Mobile
“Parallels desktop 7 is an amazing piece of software. I use it everyday to work and it's so fast and smooth it's like having a whole other computer running alongside my Mac.” – Kris T
“I'm new to Mac OS and had been struggling to shuttle between my professional and personal requirements, till I found Parallels. What Parallels gave me is the flexibility to work on both Mac & Windows without having to shuttle. Brilliant product to keep you very productive on an environment which you like.” –Vaidy M
“Loving how I can remote into my mac from my iPhone via parallels mobile... so worth the $5 for the app (and the price of parallels desktop!)” -Sean Corfield
“Wow. I just bought the @ParallelsMac mobile app. What a great way to connect virtual machines. It's a no-brainer setup.” -@firefly911
“Installed Parallels, and Parallels Mobile on my mobile devices. Just the development solution I was looking for. Kudos to @parallelsmac!” –Saurav Shrestha
More Info
For more information about the Parallels Mobile app and Parallels Desktop 7, or to download a free 14 day trial of Parallels Desktop 7 be sure to visit their respective product pages.
We put the price of Parallels Desktop 7 in your hands, and you delivered. We're excited to announce that we had over 1,600 shares of our Birthday Sale on Twitter and Facebook, meaning YOU drove our Parallels Birthday Sale price down to $28.00 (65% off)!
Starting tomorrow (6/28/12) at 9 AM PST Parallels Desktop 7 will be 65% off. Make sure to purchase your copy soon, as we will be raising the sale price by 5% every 2 hours, all the way back to our original 25% off price. The earlier you buy, the more you'll save. Be sure to let your fellow Parallels Desktop price-drivers know about this great deal!
You did it! Parallels Desktop 7 will be 65% starting at 9am PT on June 28th. Don't miss this opportunity...
While you hit the goal of 65% off, you can still enter for the chance to win an Apple iPad 3, Parallels Desktop for Mac, and Parallels Mobile app! Every share still counts as an entry into our giveaway. For full information about our giveaway, see our full official rules. Best of luck!
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