[MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
03-10-2012, 21:21
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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So does that mean I can upgrade my oem version of windows 7 pro that I got through the microsoft site for £24.99
Or does this only apply to pc's bought in the shops and everyone else who owns windows 7 has to pay the full £100 price?
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you should be to upgrade
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03-10-2012, 22:44
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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Originally Posted by Gavin78
So does that mean I can upgrade my oem version of windows 7 pro that I got through the microsoft site for £24.99
Or does this only apply to pc's bought in the shops and everyone else who owns windows 7 has to pay the full £100 price?
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You can only upgrade for that price with a new pc that comes with windows 7, this was announced a couple of months ago
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03-10-2012, 23:01
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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Originally Posted by roger skillin
You can only upgrade for that price with a new pc that comes with windows 7, this was announced a couple of months ago
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For those with a new PC it's £14.99. The standard upgrade offer is £24.99
http://www.zdnet.com/uk/microsoft-re...uk-7000003505/
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03-10-2012, 23:19
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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Originally Posted by BenMcr
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thats what I read but wasn't sure I was reading it right...re-reading it, it look like I can so will do
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12-10-2012, 16:44
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
Windows 8 Pre orders are now open.
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Microsoft has officially kicked-off Windows 8 pre-order sales for those who want a retail packaged version of the platform. The offer, made available today, is a packaged DVD of the upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $69.99. You can find this deal right now on Amazon, Bestbuy, Staples, Office Depot, and of course, Microsoft stores.
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Amazon have the boxed pro upgrade version for £49.99 for people who want the physical DVD, but if you don't want the DVD then the download price will be £24.99 i believe, or £14.99 for people who have bought a new PC with Windows 7 on and wish to take advantage of a cheap upgrade.
http://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft...s-8-pre-orders
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Windows-Pro-...0052664&sr=8-1
OEM Pricing.
http://www.theverge.com/2012/10/12/3...ware-pre-order
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25-10-2012, 11:52
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
Any idea how long the discount offer is available for? I bought a new Sony touchscreen PC a few weeks ago and am still considering what to do about upgrading to W8. As has been already said, I don't want to just dive in and then find out I don't like it and it's a whole heap of hassle getting back to Win7.
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25-10-2012, 13:27
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
Jan 31st 2013 I think.
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25-10-2012, 13:42
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
TVM, I never like being first in the water... 
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25-10-2012, 13:54
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
I would buy it now while it's cheap, then wait to hear the disaster stories before installing
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25-10-2012, 15:13
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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Jan 31st 2013 I think.
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yes then price goes up on Feb 1st
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25-10-2012, 16:42
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
I'm doing a system image and backing up other stuff just in case so I can hopefully download and set it all up tomorrow.
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25-10-2012, 17:12
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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25-10-2012, 19:20
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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Originally Posted by Dave42
yes then price goes up on Feb 1st
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This is the reason i plan on buying it for £24.99 even if i decide never to install it as the price will shoot up after.
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25-10-2012, 20:50
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
The £25 price is a download linked to your Microsoft account so you couldn't sell that on.
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25-10-2012, 21:22
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Re: [MERGED] Windows 8 discussion
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I'm sure you could sell it on if you don't install. Don't think you can lose either way. 
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