Not everyone are fans of the native Windows 8 Music and Video apps, but for those who are looking to find an alternative solution ? you will not have to wait any longer. Back in November of 2012, VLC announced a Kickstarter campaign to launch the software on both Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8. As of today, the application has passed certification and is now published in the Windows 8 Store for x86 and x64 based machines.
RT and Windows Phone versions will still have to wait, though they are planned.
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