Microsoft tells all on Windows 7; Will be cheaper than Vista

Microsoft has finally announced the retail pricing and upgrade information pertaining to its eagerly awaited Windows 7 operating system. And yes, while there is a price reduction for the low-end and high-end editions, customers looking for a steeper cut due to the current recession might be disappointed at the modest dip in price.

Where the retail upgrade of Windows 7 is concerned, the Premium Edition is priced at $119.99, Professional at $199.99 and Ultimate at $219.99. This is priced somewhat lower than Windows Vista, when it was first launched. The same goes for the boxed retail versions for Windows 7; this will be sold at at the price of $199.99, $299.99 and $319.99 for the Home Premium, Professional and Ultimate edition, respectively.

For now, selected markets will be able to preorder Windows 7 at a discounted rate. For example, customers in the U.S. will be able to get Windows 7 Home Premium at $49.99 and Windows 7 Professional at $99.99. U.K. prices are slightly higher at £49.99 for Windows 7 Home Premium and £99.99 for Windows 7 Professional. Preorder offers are also available for Canada, Japan, France and Germany.

And as expected, users who buy a Windows Vista PC today will receive the equivalent edition of Windows 7 when it comes out.

For more on this story:
- check out this article at Ars Technica

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