| Version | 5.3.1 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Itay Sperling |
| Release date | Nov 7, 2008 |
| Date added | Apr 7, 2006 |
| Os requirements | Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows, Windows XP, Windows NT |
| Requirements | Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server, .NET Framework 1.1 |
| Total downloads | 3,427 |
| Price | Free |
Description
Retrieves the weather from local and worldwide places. This software is totaly free and it is based on RSS feeds from Yahoo.com weather section. Search by a city name worldwide, or a zip code (US only). Version 5.3.1 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
Review
This executable displays Yahoo weather reports, but lacks needed options. Weather Report's interface offers a simple pull-down and text box input areas, but can't be resized or altered to fit user needs. Any level user will operate this app without instruction.
Weather Report opens without displaying any data. You can simply use a pull-down or a search box to find your city's weather data. The pull-down offers primarily Middle Eastern cities. The city search failed or timed-out each time we tested it. The ZIP code search was successful, but limited to USA codes. When successful, the app loads select weather information from Yahoo. Disappointingly, updates are not automatic. To get the latest data you must again perform the search. Data also defaults to the Celsius system and cannot be changed. Forecast information is limited to basic symbols without detailed data.
Weather Report uses more system overhead than similar apps. It lacks needed configuration, update, and sizing options. While it works as promised, it has been bypassed by smaller, more automatic and flexible programs.
