Parallels Desktop 9 available now

Parallels Desktop 9 is now available as an update on the site, for those who have at least the version of PD7. Meanwhile, the publisher has also launched its iPad application.

Parallels Desktop 9 officially released on September 5. But for those who want to enjoy it before the time, you can already buy the new version as an update from the publisher's site for 66.09 dollars, 105 dollars for the full version . Note, however, that must be provided at least version 7 of Parallels Desktop.

The menu of this new version, a shift cloud service oriented: it is now possible to synchronize its cloud storage accounts (Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox) with its virtual machines. In addition to the performance (40%), PD9 also improves with other new features like support for Power Nap, so the VM remain accessible even if the computer is idle. It is possible to access devices (USB, FireWire, and Thunderbolt) from a VM, and more ..

Parallels also took the opportunity to launch Access, its first application (free) dedicated to iPad. As for the iPhone app, you must first install the utility Parallels Desktop Access Agent to access the VM from the tablet. Thus it will be possible to access your remote PC and Mac, launch applications.