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Title: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Glenn on Sep 28, 2010, 22:06:43
For details see http://www.xmarks.com/about/shutdown
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Niall on Sep 28, 2010, 22:10:00
I've never heard of it. Probably one of the reasons they went down the tubes, so to speak.
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Simon on Sep 28, 2010, 22:24:44
Me neither.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Glenn on Sep 29, 2010, 07:25:24
Ask Rik and Alan  ;D
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: DorsetBoy on Sep 29, 2010, 07:58:26
Another reason to use Opera  ;D which comes with Synchronization built in.
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Nitz on Sep 29, 2010, 09:06:49
Quote from: DorsetBoy on Sep 29, 2010, 07:58:26
Another reason to use Opera  ;D which comes with Synchronization built in.

And Chrome :)

Bookmark sync is nowadays considered to be a "must-have" feature and slowly all the modern browsers are incorporating this element into their basic feature set.
XMarks when first released was a firestarter. It was a good program which did what they set out to do. Initially, users were concerned about their bookmark privacy and during the life of Xmarks, that was always a factor but the service they provided (and for free too, might I add) was extremely useful for those of us who used multiple computers.

It's always a sad day when established tools like this shuts down.

I'm still waiting for bookmark sync between Google Chrome and my Google Android Device. Hurry up please Google!
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Glenn on Dec 18, 2010, 07:26:37
After a near-brush with shutting down, we're now happy to report that Xmarks has been acquired by LastPass, the leading password and data manager.

The acquisition means two things for Xmarks users:

1.   Xmarks is NOT shutting down! It will continue to be the same free service that you know and love.

2.   Xmarks now offers a Premium service for $12 per year that includes the iPhone and Android apps, advanced features, and priority support.

We hope that as an active Xmarks user, you will consider upgrading to Xmarks Premium to gain access to these features. Your support will not only ensure our long-term viability, but will also help accelerate the introduction of new features and service improvements.

We're excited to continue providing the best data-syncing tools out there!

Thanks,
The LastPass and Xmarks Teams
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: kinmel on Dec 18, 2010, 08:21:21

No where on the net gets to store anything of mine   :no:  , FEBE allows me to keep bookmarks and other browser settings common across the network.
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: DorsetBoy on Dec 18, 2010, 08:25:49
My thoughts too , my bookmarks stay here with me.
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Rik on Dec 18, 2010, 10:01:33
So XMarks doesn't the spot. ;)
Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: pctech on Dec 18, 2010, 19:36:19
Never heard of them till now.

Title: Re: Xmarks are closing down
Post by: Simon on Dec 18, 2010, 23:00:39
Me neither.  :dunno: