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Official Windows 8 Upgrade Information

August 22, 2012 12:06:15 PM from JoeUser ForumsJoeUser Forums

1537.Win8Logo_01_008485DDWith the Windows 8 retail release not too far off, Microsoft has officially announced upgrade offers for both new PC buyers and existing users of Windows.

For new PC buyers:

If you purchase or have purchased an eligible Windows 7 PC anytime between June 2, 2012 and January 31, 2013 you will be able to purchase an upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for only $14.99 (U.S.) which will be redeemable when Windows 8 is generally available on October 26th. If you’re still looking for a PC, check out some of our great Windows 7 PCs. Once you’ve purchased your PC you can come back and register for the offer.

For current Windows users looking to upgrade:

Did you already buy an awesome Windows 7 PC prior to June 2nd (or have a Windows 7 PC not eligible for the offer)? Not to worry! Starting on October 26th, you will be able to upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $39.99!

More info here.

http://windowsteamblog.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2012/08/20/windows-upgrade-offer-registration-now-available.aspx

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RedneckDude
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Reply #1 August 22, 2012 4:00:43 PM
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Upgrade?      Well....maybe...we'll see.    Thanks, Spencer.

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Reply #2 August 22, 2012 4:28:51 PM
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Why do people insist on calling the window 8 downgrade an upgrade is beyond me.

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Reply #3 August 23, 2012 12:29:05 PM
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No thanks. I'm fine. Anyway i like android better on my tablet. At least it doesn't look like a toddlers playpen.

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Reply #4 October 19, 2012 9:38:12 AM
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Has anyone seen a $39.99 price for the upgrade as shown on the Windows Blog page linked above?

Newegg has it for $69.99 (on sale, normally $99)..... LINK

my bad....I see that's for the download version.

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Reply #5 October 19, 2012 10:50:09 AM
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Quoting Lantec,
reply 4
Has anyone seen a $39.99 price for the upgrade as shown on the Windows Blog page linked above?

Newegg has it for $69.99 (on sale, normally $99)..... LINK

my bad....I see that's for the download version.

 

If Microsoft says it's $39.99 for an upgrade, it should be a maximum of $39.99 everywhere, regardless of whether it's a download version or a boxed version. Newegg must be trying to pull a fast one, I'd email them on that for sure.

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Reply #6 October 19, 2012 11:04:34 AM
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If you purchase through MS, it is $39.99, however....."If you prefer to shop at a local store, a packaged DVD version of the upgrade to Windows 8 Pro will be available for $69.99 during this promotion."

Also, if you wish to get a DVD from MS, not just a digital download, it costs an additional $15 plus shipping.

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Reply #7 October 19, 2012 11:09:10 AM
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I am not willing to give up 7 for 8. So I will likely be buying the OEM full version, so I can have both.

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Reply #8 October 19, 2012 11:48:18 AM
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Quoting RedneckDude,
reply 7
I am not willing to give up 7 for 8.

Nuff said.

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Reply #9 October 19, 2012 12:11:16 PM
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Quoting RedneckDude,
reply 7
I am not willing to give up 7 for 8. So I will likely be buying the OEM full version, so I can have both.

same here - i just dont like upgrading i prefer format C: and then do a  fresh install that´s how you do it and avoid problems

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Reply #10 October 19, 2012 12:18:55 PM
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Quoting Roloccolor,
reply 9
i just dont like upgrading i like format C: and a free fresh install that´s how you do it and avoid problems

 

Agreed ..man that is sure the truth!!

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Reply #11 October 19, 2012 4:29:04 PM
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I'm just doing the $39 upgrade.  I could care less about a box.

In case you do want the Pro box, I always recommend Amazon. 

Microsoft Windows 8 Pro

 

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Reply #12 October 19, 2012 10:19:59 PM
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Quoting Island Dog,
reply 11
I'm just doing the $39 upgrade.

So, you like 8 enough to give up 7?

 

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