Press Release Archives


Interested in our recent past? Here’s a list of the news from Laplink:

October 31, 2006 - LAPLINK SHATTERS AN OLD PC MYTH: YOU CAN TRANSFER PC PROGRAMS WITHOUT HAVING TO REINSTALL THEM
Who says you can’t transfer programs from PC to PC? With Vista’s launch quickly approaching, Laplink looks to sets the record straight.

September 20, 2006 - LAPLINK’S PCMOVER MIGRATION SOFTWARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR MACS
Intel Mac users running Bootcamp or Parallels can now use PCmover to transfer contents from their old PCs, including software programs.

August 14, 2006 - SECURITY CRACKDOWN RESULTS IN EASIER TRAVEL
Laplink offers safe and simple alternative to traveling with a laptop

July 26, 2006 - Laplink and Avanquest Partner to Deliver PC Migration and Connectivity Software to North American Retail Market
Avanquest Publishing USA Announces Joint Partnership With Laplink Software

July 25, 2006 - LAPLINK RELEASES ON-DEMAND WEB-BASED REMOTE SUPPORT SOFTWARE
Laplink RemoteAssist now makes it easy and affordable for any company to offer on-demand remote control help to their customers.

June 21, 2006 - LAPLINK’S BEST-SELLING PC MIGRATION SOFTWARE MOVES INTO JAPAN
Laplink Software Inc. partners with AOS Technologies to bring its award-winning PCmover software to the Japanese Market.

June 6, 2006 - Major PC manufacturers are choosing Laplink PCmover to help their customers set up new PCs.
Companies such as Dell, Sony, Toshiba, and Intel are helping their customers set up new computers more easily by making Laplink PCmover, a complete PC migration tool, conveniently available using bundling, desktop links, and configurators.

May 17, 2006 - Laplink’s Best-Selling PCmover® Software Now Supports Windows XP Media Center PCs
Consumers can now transfer their programs, files and settings from any Windows-based PC to a new XP Media Center Edition PC, and can also enjoy PCmover’s new enhanced PC migration features

May 8, 2006 - Laplink Software Becomes a Certified Microsoft Gold Partner
Laplink Software is proud to announce that they are now a certified Microsoft Gold Partner, with demonstrated competencies in the areas of ISV/Software Solutions, Mobility Solutions, and OEM Hardware Solutions.

May 3, 2006 - Laplink ShareDirect Basic Edition Is Now Free
Consumers and businesses can now download Laplink’s acclaimed file sharing program, ShareDirect, and share files with others directly from their PC desktops for free

May 3, 2006 - Laplink Releases New Laplink DoubleView Screen Extension Software
Today, Laplink released Laplink DoubleView, a hardware-free way to turn any spare Windows-based computer into a screen extender for your PC workstation.

April 26, 2006 - Laplink Software and Toshiba Promote PC Migration Solution
Companies collaborate to offer Laplink PCmover with Toshiba Satellite notebook PCs sold through ToshibaDirect.com.

April 13, 2006 - Laplink Launches PCmover™ Channel Campaign
PCmover campaign helps PC manufacturers and vendors offer convenient migration to their customers.

March 2, 2006 - Working Around the EFF Google Desktop Search Boycott
How to use remote Google Desktop without compromising your privacy

February 9, 2006 - Laplink Controller Now Supports Sony Ericsson and Nokia Smartphones and PDAs
This award winning remote control utility from Laplink now offers support for Windows Mobile, Palm and Symbian based devices.

January 25, 2006 - Independent Research Reveals a Correlation Between Migration Software and PC Sales
An Independent Study Reveals That Laplink PCmover Can Increase PC Sales

January 25, 2006 - Laplink Releases New Software to Prevent Internet Identity Theft and Data Loss
Laplink Draws on 23 Years of Connectivity Innovation to Create PCdefense and Fill the Gaps in Online Security

December 12, 2005 - Former Microsoft Director Mark Chestnut Joins Laplink Software
Mark Chestnut, former Microsoft Senior Director, OEM Business Development, will head Laplink’s OEM division as SVP Business Development and Corporate Sales.

September 27, 2005 - Laplink Everywhere Becomes a Best-Seller in Less Than 30 Days
In less than 30 days, Laplink Everywhere 4 has become the best-selling browser-based remote access software available from U.S. retailers.

August 17, 2005 - Laplink Releases Retail Version of its Award-Winning Browser-based Remote Access Software
Laplink Software has released to U.S. retail stores their popular product “Laplink Everywhere 4”, a unique “two-in-one” remote access product that combines fast remote control with searchable access to remote files and email from any web-enabled device

June 15, 2005 - Laplink Releases Version 1.3 of ShareDirect, a “Business-Class” Peer-to-Peer Networking Application
The latest version of ShareDirect, an instant networking application based on peer-to-peer architecture, was released by Laplink today.

June 9, 2005 - Laplink Everywhere 4 brings remote PC access to Windows Mobile 5
Laplink’s “Anytime, Anywhere” remote PC access solution, Laplink Everywhere 4, is fully compatible with Microsoft’s Windows Mobile 5, providing complete remote access to PCs using a Windows Mobile 5 device

April 28, 2005 - Laplink Software Releases Laplink Everywhere 4, the First Truly Flexible Solution for Remote PC Access
Laplink Everywhere 4 is the first product to combine advanced remote control and an exclusive remote access option that brings PC users true “Anytime, Anywhere Remote Access.”

April 28, 2005 - Laplink Everywhere 4 Combines the Power of Google TM Desktop Search with the Freedom of Remote Access to Your Distant PCs
Laplink Everywhere 4 harnesses the power of Google¡¦s TM Desktop Search to let you easily and securely search your PCs remotely from any Internet-enabled computer, Pocket PC, Palm, or Symbian handheld device.

February 2, 2005 - Laplink Releases a Free Version of Codie Award Finalist, ShareDirect
PC users can now access a free version of ShareDirect, a revolutionary safe and secure instant networking application that has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious SIIA 2005 Codie Awards.

January 7, 2005 - Software Pioneer Makes a Community Connection
Laplink will distribute copies of their flagship product, Laplink Gold 12, free of charge to charitable organizations throughout North America.

December 16, 2004 - Laplink Celebrates 21 Years of Innovation in PC Connectivity
Laplink celebrates its 21 of innovation in PC connectivity by giving away free airfare with their official partner Orbitz.

December 14, 2004 - Is a New PC on Your Wish List This Holiday Season?
Enjoy your new PC without leaving your files, settings and applications behind with Laplink’s PCmover

November 10, 2004 - Laplink Sends “Peer to Peer” File Sharing to Reform School
Laplink delivers instant networking to business and home users through peer-to-peer technology

September 29, 2004 - Laplink Simplifies File Transfers Again with FileMover
Laplink announces the North American debut of FileMover, for simple and secure file transfer

September 23, 2004 - Laplink Transforms Windows Explorer into a File Sharing Application
Laplink announces the Preview Edition of ShareDirect, the world’s easiest file sharing application.

September 20, 2004 - Laplink and Vivanco work together to keep you connected
Laplink and Vivanco team up to launch a new line of premium Laplink cables for PCs, Video and Audio components in Europe

September 14, 2004 - Laplink Helps You Move into Your New PC
Laplink extends its file transfer technology to help new PC owners migrate from their old PCs

August 30, 2004 - Laplink® Again Sets the Standard in Computer Connectivity
Laplink Announces the Releases of Laplink Gold® 12 - Setting the New Standard in File Transfer and Remote Access

August 2, 2004 - Laplink® Fights Internet Trademark Infringement
Program Launched to Protect Consumers from False Advertising

July 14, 2004 - Laplink Sets a New Benchmark for Remote Access to Your PC
Laplink announces the release of Laplink Everywhere 3.0, faster, easier and more secure than ever before.

May 18, 2004 - Do Everything on Your Pocket PC without Ever Picking It Up
Laplink, the expert in remote access technology, introduces Laplink Controller, allowing complete remote access to any Pocket PC device.

May 11, 2004 - HMH vertreibt PC-Software von Laplink
Laplink Software Inc. setzt neue Standards in der PC-Vernetzung

April 27, 2004 - Laplink Introduces a Faster and More Powerful PDA Synchronization Solution.
Laplink, the leader in synchronization technology, announces the next generation of its PDA synchronization application.

October 13, 2003 - Gateway Computers selects Laplink® Software, Inc. to provide remote access, synchronization, and file transfer/migration software for its customers with LapLink Gold version 11.5
LapLink Gold version 11.5 is available in all Gateway retail stores as well as direct from all Gateway online and telesales channels.

June 24, 2003 - Laplink® Software, Inc. Raises the Bar on Performance, Reliability, and Security With the Release of LapLink Gold version 11.5
Adds reliable "direct connect" USB support and optional USB 2.0 performance to achieve record transfer speeds. Upgrades security and firewall navigation with integrated use of the LapLink Everywhere network.

June 3, 2003 - Laplink Software Inc. and Toshiba Announce Partnership
Laplink’s new mobile web access service to be preinstalled on most Toshiba Satellite and Satellite Pro notebook computer products.

March 17, 2003 - LapLink Embraces Open Source Software - Sets New Performance and Cost Standard for Mobile Access Services.
Announces 73% Cost Savings and Increased Security over Competitor GoToMyPC™ with the debut of LapLink Everywhere™ Version 2.0.

December 23, 2002 - LapLink Everywhere™ Deluxe is nominated as a finalist for the 2003 Codie Awards - Best Mobile Product or Service
(New version 1.5 ships today with browser based LapLink file transfer)

November 5, 2002 - MOBILE PROFESSIONALS REJOICE!
LapLink® Announces Next Generation Remote Access Software LapLink Everywhere™

November 4, 2002 - LAPLINK CREATES NEW HIGH PERFORMANCE REMOTE NETWORK ACCELERATOR (RNA)
Versatile RNA offers unprecedented file transfer speed for ALL types of Internet connections — Wired & Wireless

May 9, 2002 - Infowave Expands Symmetry Pro Distribution With LapLink Agreement
Easy-to-Install Corporate Email Service for Palm- and Pocket PC-Powered Mobile Devices to be offered with leading PDA Synchronization Software

October 17, 2001 - LapLink Inc. Announces New PCsync™ 3.0
Enhances file synchronization and migration with new Push Install, new Surf Up™, PCMover™ and MusicMover™ capabilities, plus multiple Windows OS support – now including Windows XP.

October 11, 2001 - LapLink Inc. and Crossport Systems Team Up
LapLink to offer free Pivio Anti-Virus software 60-day trial in LapLink Gold 11.0

September 25, 2001 - LapLink, Inc. Releases LapLink(R) Gold 11.0
Enhances Firewall Security Options And Offers An All New Surf Up Feature To Remotely Access Files With An Internet Web Browser

September 5, 2001 - LapLink unveils PDAsyncTM to seamlessly sync handheld devices with desktops and mobile phones.
-The complete solution for synching your handheld device, mobile phone and desktop-

July 13, 2001 - LapLink PCsync Sales Increases 165% in the First Sixty Days
Customers transfer over 1 million files with latest version

May 2, 2001 - LapLink Removes "Dot-com", Launches New Company Identity, Web Site
--New Logo Reflects Company's Direction and Vision For Future Product--

May 1, 2001 - LapLink PCsync 2.0 Now Provides Users With New MP3 File Management Tool, PC Migration, and Internet File Access
--Fast and Easy Utility Adds MusicMover™, PCMover™, Surf Up as New Features--

January 17, 2001 - LapLink Inc. Adds N. W. (Bill) Jasper Jr., President of Dolby Laboratories, to Board of Directors

October 26, 2000 - LapLink.com Inc. Delivers New Personal File Management Product For Home PC Users, Dubbed PCsync
PCsync Provides Users With an Inexpensive, Fast and Easy File Transfer Solution

October 4, 2000 - LapLink.com Inc. Releases LapLink® Gold
Newest Product Delivers Most Powerful PC-to-PC File Transfer Ever And Sets Standard for File Transfer and Remote Control

July 21, 2000 - LapLink.com's LapLink 2000® Wins PC World World Class Award

June 26, 2000 - LapLink.com Announces Internet File Management (IFM), ExpressLoader™ and ExpressDrive Accelerator™ at Exclusive Launch Event During PC Expo 2000
CEO Mark Eppley Showcases New Internet Category And Unveils LapLink.com's First IFM Product Releases June 27th

June 20, 2000 - LapLink.com to Announce New Internet Category And Product Releases at Exclusive Launch Event During PC Expo 2000

May 30, 2000 - LapLink.com Inc. and Fujitsu PC Corporation Extend Software Bundling Agreement

May 24, 2000 - LapLink.com Inc. Launches New European E-Commerce Store To Meet Growing Global Sales Demands

March 15, 2000 - LapLink.com Inc. Expands Worldwide Distribution To Middle East As Product Demand Continues to Escalate
Leading File Transfer Provider Finalizes Contract with India and Israel Partners To Meet International Demand for LapLink® 2000 & LapLink® Exchange Accelerator

March 7, 2000 - Industry Leader LapLink.com Inc. Introduces Newest Advances in E-mail Acceleration with Release of LapLink® Exchange Accelerator Version 3.0

February 1, 2000 - LapLink®.com Inc. Awarded At 25th Annual Puget Sound Chapter of Society for Technical Communication Awards Banquet

January 26, 2000 - New Distributors Added to LapLink®.com Inc. Network

January 24, 2000 - New VP of Worldwide Sales at LapLink®.com Inc.

December 13, 1999 - LapLink.com Inc. Announces New Board Members

November 16, 1999 - Net Surfers Can Now Download Files without Wait Time with New LapLink FTP 2.0.
FTP 2.0 offers Automated Scheduling and Queuing for downloading FTP files

September 28, 1999 - Traveling Software Becomes LapLink.com Inc.
Ships Newest Product LapLink 2000 for Efficient Internet File Transfer and Remote Control

August 26, 1999 - New LapLink FTP a “Top 20” Hit on CNET’s Download.com
Customer registration for free product hits impressive 20 percent

August 4, 1999 - First LapLink Internet Product Released Free LapLink FTP Client with Web-based FTP Directory
MP3 downloads, Web Site Design boosting growth in FTP use

June 3, 1999 - LapLink Enterprise Exchange Accelerator is Ready to Give Outlook 2000 Users the Fastest Remote E-mail Downloads
Version 2.1 provides smooth transition to Microsoft Outlook 2000—and tools to calculate performance benefits of jumpstarting remote access to Exchange Server networks

May 17, 1999 - LapLink® Helps Mount Everest Climbing Team Reach New Peaks in Communication Technology
Everest Extreme Expedition '99 (E399) chooses Traveling Software's LapLink Professional to transfer information between Mount Everest and Yale University

March 3, 1999 - LapLink® Professional Beats PC Anywhere 8.0 and All Other Remote Access Products to Win "First Class Award" from Mobile Computing
Free Windows CE Download Extends the Superior Functionality, Speed and Ease of Use Applauded by Publication's Editors

January 25, 1999 - New LapLink Product Teams with Microsoft Exchange To Deliver Turbo-charged Remote E-mail
LapLink Enterprise Exchange Accelerator Delivers Remote Mail up to 15 Times Faster Than Exchange Alone