Windows 8’s “Windows Store” is a great idea, but unfortunately, it’s a disaster.
It’s full of scam apps, designed to trick you into buying an app you don’t need.
There aren’t many apps are just copying VLC’s trademark icon to make themselves look legitimate.
Hopefully they’ll link you to the real one and not one filled with malware!
Included in the list is “VLC Player Download” for $4.99.
We aren’t digging deep into the Store looking for this stuff.
It’s what pops up on the first page when we search for a popular app.
So what’s the solution?
Unfortunately, there isn’t a great workaround here.
Hit the link below to read more.
Update: Microsoft has made an official statement on the matter.
These changes included:
Naming to clearly and accurately reflect the functionality of the app.
Categories to ensure apps are categorized according to the app function and purpose.
Icons must be differentiated to avoid being mistaken with others.
This process is continuing as we work to be as thorough and transparent as possible in our review.
you could read the full statementhere.
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