subject: Magento 1.5 - The New Wave In Ecommerce Development [print this page] Magento recently launched its 1.5.0.1 version which is upgraded with the latest functionalities. However a lot of stores are still running backdated versions of 1.3.x or 1.4.x because they are unaware that they are using Magento stores which don't have the required up-gradation as compared to the latest version. Upgrading Magento to the latest technology has always been an issue. The answer to these entire issues lies in the latest Magento 1.5x versions. Plus there are a lot of other functionalities which have been introduced to help retailers who still use the self hosted version. But as for those who have chosen Magento customization services (in India) don't have any cause to worry about bugs, issues related to performance etc. The features are discussed in the paragraph below.
Distinctive Features of Magento 1.5.0 Version:
Better import/export functionality for products and customers.
It is able to add as well as manage composite products while creating or editing orders from administration.
Much improved shopping cart features which support editing of product configurations.
Improved wishlist functionality.
It provides alternative media storage by using either file system or database.
Payflow Link Integration is available. This hosted solution ensures that the user experiences a secure payment. In addition it provides an embedded checkout to keep customers on your site.
Latest upgraded Zend framework to 1.11.1.
Provides enhancements to the core API including exposing shopping cart API.
New and enhanced Magento connect manager.
Allows you to modify order addresses even after an order is already in pace.
Added Features of Magento 1.5:
The latest Magento web development services also includes a large number of added features. You can order different products in the administration. Editing an order without creating a new one is also possible. At the present custom order statuses are possible by adding an xml node within a config.xml file of a custom module, but 1.5 ensures that you can manage order statuses via administration. Multistep checkout is possible without Javascript which was unheard of till a few days earlier. The import functionality has been improved with the help of Urapidflow extension which at present enables these features.
Type of Products Supported by Magento 1.5:
It supports a wide variety of products like simple, virtual, grouped, gift card and configurable items. We ensure support for custom options as different values as per scope. Several other functional elements will be launched soon. So by hiring Magento for your e-commerce development you can win the rat race easily.
