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way2quik · 06-26-2009, 11:11 AM

I'm sure everyone already knows, but some don't and there has not been a thread about this.

http://www.microsoft.com/canada/wind...pre-order.aspx

Pre-order to get your Windows 7 upgrade for only $65 for Home Premium.
US gets it for $50. pfft.

I'd love to upgrade from my Vista Home Premium, but do I really NEED to upgrade?

Enjoy.

twitchyzero · 06-26-2009, 11:15 AM

there's no upgrade from xp right

Jmac · 06-26-2009, 11:22 AM

Do you need to upgrade ? Probably not ... Windows 7 isn't a whole lot different from Vista.

Should you upgrade ? Yes ... Windows 7 will be better supported than Vista in the years to come. If you plan to keep your computer for more than another year, it's definitely worth the $65.

Dragon-88 · 06-26-2009, 11:43 AM

Microsoft is pleased to launch the Windows 7 upgrade option program and here are the details:

- If the end users purchase a new PC pre-installed with an eligible Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Business or Windows Ultimate from June 26 to January 31, 2010, they will receive a Windows 7 upgrade option form at the same time.

- Starting from June 26, end users can submit order via www.windows7upgradeoption.com and follow the online instructions for redemption. Submissions must be completed by February 28, 2010.

- Microsoft will start shipping the program upgrade media directly to qualifying end users after Windows 7 General Availability. (New Windows 7 will be available on October 22). End users will be notified of an estimated ship date with their website order confirmation.

- The final software fulfillment date/program end date is April 30, 2010.

- Limit of one offer form per qualifying new computer, one Windows 7 upgrade redemption per offer form; not to excceed 25 offer form redemptions per qualified customer.

- The upgrade software will be in the same language and the comparable edition as the preinstalled version of Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Business or Windows Ultimate that is licensed on the qualifying new computer.

- The upgrade software is only available on DVD media.

Upgrade Option Offer Paths to Windows 7

If a customer buys a PC preinstalled with ….
They are upgraded to …

Windows Vista Home Premium
Windows 7 Home Premium

Windows Vista Business
Windows 7 Pro

Windows Vista Ultimate
Windows 7 Ultimate

Vansterdam · 06-26-2009, 12:31 PM

im using windows 7 beta, can i still get it for that price if im not upgrading from vista?

Jmac · 06-26-2009, 01:43 PM

No ...

!Aznboi128 · 06-26-2009, 11:07 PM

I'm getting 7 Pro so I can run win xp apps

slammer111 · 06-29-2009, 03:02 AM

Step 1: Make friend who works at Microsoft.
Step 2: Ask him/her to buy you a copy.
Step 3: Buy beer for friend.

Vansterdam · 06-29-2009, 06:33 AM

step 4: hook up ur friend to me

step 5: puff puff pass

Ulic Qel-Droma · 06-30-2009, 04:40 AM

step 6: I'm your friend too.

slammer111 · 06-30-2009, 04:50 AM

^ Is it really that unconventional to do what I normally do?

I thought everyone and his dog does that for EA games too..

way2quik · 07-02-2009, 11:45 PM

Those who want to take advantage of pre-order of windows 7 from future shop better do so now with the $10 off.

Items in cart over $39 qualifies for FREE SHIPPING.
AND, you don't have to pay till your item ships, unlike Staples where you pay upon checkout.
Plus, you still get a full refund should you decide to return it instore.

I pre-ordered, but may cancel if I decide I do not want it.
From 400 copies to 280 in less than an hour.