Despite Microsoft's repeated insistence that Vista is exceeding sales expectations (mostly via new PC sales where XP isn't an option), the technology press and hardcore gamers remain generally nonplussed with the new operating system. To lubricate the upgrade process Microsoft is making an unexpected and non-traditional move, significantly cutting the price of the Home Premium and Ultimate flavors of Vista relatively early in the OS's lifetime.
In the American market, Microsoft will drop the price of full-install Vista Ultimate from $399 to $319, and the upgrade version (for switching up to Vista from XP) from $299 to $219. Home Premium full-install will drop to $129 from its original price of $159. Considering that the Vista Ultimate extra features are still pretty lacking, we recommend Home Premium for those considering upgrading.
source : www.ign.com
In the American market, Microsoft will drop the price of full-install Vista Ultimate from $399 to $319, and the upgrade version (for switching up to Vista from XP) from $299 to $219. Home Premium full-install will drop to $129 from its original price of $159. Considering that the Vista Ultimate extra features are still pretty lacking, we recommend Home Premium for those considering upgrading.
source : www.ign.com
