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Release notes TeamViewer 5.x for Windows

Release notes TeamViewer Manager 5.x for Windows

Release notes TeamViewer 4 (previous version)

TeamViewer 5.x (Windows)

Version 5.0.7687

• Fix: The local file transfer directory is stored again
• Fix: Problems with some characters in path names are solved
• Several minor improvements and fixes

Version 5.0.7572

• The transfer speed has been improved in certain circumstances
• The size of the partner list window can be resized in docked state
• Layout improvement using high DPI
• Several minor improvements and fixes

New features

• Audio / Video Conferences:
  The most comprehensive innovation in TeamViewer 5 is the new VoIP (Voice over IP) audio and video capability. It enables you to talk to your customers for free and to give your sessions a more personal touch using a webcam.
  The packet prioritization that was specifically developed for TeamViewer ensures an optimal audio and video quality even if you are transferring files or if you are actively working on a remote desktop at the same time.
• Application selection:
  Present only selected applications instead of your whole desktop.
• Teleconferencing:
  Your partner does not have a headset for VoIP? No Problem - TeamViewer 5 has an integrated teleconferencing solution with access numbers in numerous countries (additional charges per minute apply for calling the access numbers).
• Usability:
  The new TeamViewer control panel and an optimized menu simplify and improve the handling of our software.
• Improved performance:
  TeamViewer 5 is even faster than TeamViewer 4, especially in routed connections behind firewalls.
• Improved whiteboard:
  Improved whiteboard for fast notes.
• Adaptability:
  TeamViewer's options have been further improved and enhanced so you can adapt it even better to your needs.

Licenses, Updates and downward compatibility

• Teamviewer5 users are able to connect to TeamViewer 3 and 4 without any restrictions. The software is fully downward compatible.
• A connection from TeamViewer 3 or 4 to TeamViewer 5, however, is not possible for technical and licensing reasons.
• During the beta phase the TeamViewer 4 license keys are valid for the beta version of TeamViewer 5. With the release of the final version 5 the purchase of an update will be required.
• All customers who have bought a license key on the first of October 2009 and later will be able to use it permanently with TeamViewer 5 - in this case the update will be free of charge.
• If you have purchased TeamViewer before October 01, 2009 you will find a suitable update in our webshop.

TeamViewer Manager 5.x (Windows)

New features

• TeamViewer Manager 5 can be synchronized with the partner list account and enables you to manage your customers on the road or at the office.
• Connections in TeamViewer Manager can easily be merged manually now.