WordPress 2.9 is now available for download here:
http://wordpress.org/download/
In addition to the usual slug of bug fixes, the following key features have been included:
- Global undo/trash – You can now restore post, pages, and comments that might have been accidentally deleted.
- Built-in image editor – You now have the ability to edit (ok, crop and resize) an image after it’s been uploaded.
- Batch upgrades – Instead of upgrading plugins one by one you can do all of them at once, simplifying this administrative chore.
- Plugin compatibility checker – I haven’t tried this, but apparently WordPress will tell you whether or not a plugin will work with your version of the software.
- Easier embeds – It’s now easier than ever to insert video, photo galleries, etc. into your pages and posts. This works with many of the media hosting services, with more being added!
You can read all about it and watch a handy intro video here:
http://wordpress.org/development/2009/12/wordpress-2-9/
Go and get yours today!
P.S. I understand that version 3.0 will have a new default theme, better upgrades, dynamic image resizing, and more.
