So... is version 0.92 bug-free or are people not testing anymore? I'll take this as a good sign for the upcoming release!
Also, any Mac users please chime in -- we're anxious to find out if Mac stability improved with .9 and .11. doug_armory found some patches that supposedly improved stability noticeably, but no one has yet commented on it. I will assume no news is good news

Windows 7: Armory pops up in front despite having the option to start minimized to tray checked. And it's quite very annoying.

The issue persists with version 0.91.99.11.
I cannot replicate this. I have tested in both Linux and Windows, and the option works for me. Please try renaming your ArmorySettings.txt file (in C:\Users\\AppData\Roaming\Armory), and then start Armory again -- it will be like new, asking you to agree to the EULA, etc. Try setting the option again in the menu and then restart. Tell me if it works.