I’ll have some screenshots working with Fusion 3 later today! It’s installed and working great!
Here’s a list of the new features (over 50 of them):
http://communities.vmware.com/docs/DOC-10957
I didn’t have any issues upgrading my v2 key, but it looks like some are fighting the licensing system from VMware. VMware has addressed the issue and has posted a temp key on their blog for those that need it.
http://blogs.vmware.com/teamfusion/2009/10/addressing-the-overwhelming-demand-for-vmware-fusion-3-free-30-day-trial-available.html
If you’ve updated, how is the performance for you? Any issues?
From the VMware Fusion Blog: We are pleased to announce that VMware Fusion 3, the best way to run Windows on the Mac, is now available.
VMware Fusion 3 makes it easier and faster than ever to run Mac and Windows applications side-by-side without rebooting. VMware Fusion 3 is available in a single, all-inclusive edition that includes everything you need to switch to the Mac for just $79.99.
Buy VMware Fusion 3 NOW!
VMware Fusion 3 is now available at the VMware Online Store, the Apple Online Store® (apple.com), Apple Retail Stores, Amazon.com, and other select US resellers starting today.
I want to upgrade to VMware Fusion 3 NOW…
Upgrades from previous versions of VMware Fusion to VMware Fusion 3 cost only $39.99 and are available exclusively from the VMware Online Store, so you can download and start using VMware Fusion 3 immediately!
When will VMware Fusion 3 be available at online resellers and retail stores in Europe or Asia?
VMware Fusion 3 will be available at authorized retail and online stores in Europe and Asia starting Tuesday, November 4th.
Is there special academic/student pricing for VMware Fusion 3?
For qualified students and teachers, VMware has academic pricing that is available from the VMware Academic Store, so you can download and start using VMware Fusion 3 immediately at an even lower cost!
What if I bought VMware Fusion 2 recently?
Customers who purchase VMware Fusion 2 from October 1, 2009 through end of November qualify for a free downloadable upgrade to VMware Fusion 3.
If you bought VMware Fusion 2 from the VMware Online Store from October 1st through October 26th, there is nothing for you to do and you will receive a free downloadable VMware Fusion 3 upgrade by e-mail in the next week.
- If you bought VMware Fusion 2 from a retail or other online store, you need to go to the VMware Fusion Technology Guarantee website, fill out the online form, and mail in or fax your proof of purchase of VMware Fusion 2. Free downloadable VMware Fusion 3 upgrades will take up two weeks to deliver after receiving a valid proof of purchase.