The latest news about Windows 7 is this, windows 7 will release 3 version's only, starter ( comes with branded PC's & Laptop's like compaq, HP, DEll & etc ), Profesional & Ultimate. Each version will come with 2 DVD, 1 DVD is x86 & the other will be x64. You can switch between x86 & x64 DVD that came with your purchase, while still using the same activation code.

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Added on October 4, 2009, 3:51 amWindos 7 N & Windows 7 E are for european countries, E has mediaplayer with IE8 & 10 other web browsers to choose from, the other N does not have Windows Media Player, but it has IE8 & 10 other web browsers to choose from.

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Added on October 4, 2009, 3:54 amSome technicians have already tested Windows 7 retail in US & UK, sent to them by microsoft. Not sure if malaysia already received their retail batch.

This post has been edited by JC: Oct 4 2009, 03:57 AM

Is that mean I can have both x86 & x64 for Dell laptop that I am going to buy? The default OS bundled is Home Premium 32bit.

Where's your source?

I thought most of the 'news' included are already confirmed by MS? no?

Most of them, but not all. I'm particularly interested in the first new's source.

where's home basic?

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows.../64-bit-support

"Whichever system you choose, Windows 7 is ready. All packaged retail editions of Windows 7 (except for Home Basic) include both 32- and 64-bit software. "

they say retail. i dont think many of us will buy retail edition.

I think what FarCry3r is refering to is that only Starter, Professional and Ultimate will be available.

The missing link is of course Home Premium.

The news that Home Premium won't be available is definetly incorrect.

Starter is the cheapest solution for Netbooks
Professional is the lowest edition that can join domains (hence more for office PCs)
Ultimate is for people who want everything.

Home Premium definetly will be available as well since that's like the NORMAL edition which most people would use and will be included in most retail computers like how Vista Home Premium edition is use right now.

As for Home Basic, most of us here probably wouldn't need to worry about it anymore.

they do know that people won't use 32 bit and 64 bit at once right? I think they are trying to make money by including two version inside there

Yeah. If you check out Microsoft's website, the Home Premium Win 7 package is even available for pre-order.

At least that provides the end user with a choice. If he is happy with 32-bit for now, he can use it. If he wants a 64-bit in the future, then again he has the option to choose that too.

I agree. Sometimes 32bit users will buy Windows Vista without considering what happens if they get a new PC that supports 64bit.

as for retail tat comes wif 2 dvds...

i think for oem (dell, hp, acer, etc), they mostly will require users to BURN their own discs

That's why I asked for the source. If OEM version will include both 32-bit and 64-bit disc, what's the incentive to get FPP (Full Packaged Product) or retail? Apart from the ability to use it on other than ability to move the license to another computer?

i even got the whole source .

Hmm I wonder if you can buy one dvd and install on multiple pcs

I though the TS was referring to the retail versions only?

You can't do that with an OEM copy.

Read it back, TS said it's for OEM (Dell/HP/Acer/etc), that's why I'm asking, if it's not, I wouldn't be bother asking.

He only refers to Windows 7 starter as an OEM product. Or at least that is what I can gather from his post.

if either install on modded motherboard or the correct oem pc wif the correct oem key....
then install on multiple com is not a problem

this?

Epic failure, who is gonna buy upgrade version of the os ? I think no customer will come to buy from you. But you can sure make sales if you sell them to ofices.

This post has been edited by JC: Oct 5 2009, 10:31 AM

I will. So its not a failure

Source: Engadget

Thats just the retail copy. Not all stores in Malaysia have it. Only large stores.

it stated on the box, do not sell or display this product before oct 22...
now its displayed on forum

It was leaked by Engadget, they might have managed to get their hands on it already...
They(Engadget) just want it to look obvious...

last week i pickup my office 2007 from their authorised retailer and was told the OEM upgrade version only come with 1 cd. which mean if yours is vista home premium 32bit. when u upgrade. you will be getting the windows 7 home premium 32bit copy and 32bit key only thru those pc manufacturer like dell/hp/acer/asus.

however. if u buy OEM upgrade retails windows 7 from others shop which will cost USD99. it will come with 2 cds.

i'm waiting for the family pack.

how many times can i activate the OEM version on a single pc (if i reformat)?

We Just wait 22nd OCT 2009
~.~

unlimited should be, since it only checks ur motherboard for the correct SLIC and OEM SLP key.
if u using acer for example, with oem disc, u can activate unlimited time wif correct oem slp key

I used my OEM Vista to reformat around 5 times. No issues.

Just don't change motherboard.

I can confirm the retail package does ship with 32 and 64 bit versions of the OS.

Source: Microsoft

i waiting windows 7

windows 7 are nice

muhahaha, im already running windws 7 ultimate msdn version, I am so lucky.

Retail (FPP) always include both 32-bit and 64-bit disc. The question is, TS posted that OEM version will also include both disc, and since TS is gone, this is just a bullcrap.

Where ditcha get that from?

The shipment has arrive on our shore, now just have to wait for D-Day!!!

Cool! Yummy, it looks finger licking good!

finally

hope to get it soon....

launch day is 24th Oct in malaysia while in the US its 23rd. according to microsoft's site there's 4 version, but how come my price list only stated 3 version?

- Home Basic
- Home Premium
- Professional

weird.

Still have Windows 7 Ultimate.

Don't forget Ultimate...and for big companies, Enterprise.
Price, not yet.

According to Steve Ballmer,
You will most probably only see 3 editions sold in most stores, which is Home Basic, Home Premium and Professional. Home Starter's main focus is for very basic use and for netbooks mainly. Enterprise, like trifecta said, will be sold through volume licensing to companies which have a Software Assurance contract with Microsoft. Windows 7 Ultimate is a version where it has all the same features in Windows 7 Enterprise but it will be available to home users.

Correct me if I am wrong, still working on my article at:
http://win7is.com/

windows 7 costing as much as Rm600++?????

No price confirmation yet, will have to wait a bit longer.

any news on family pack? if really no chances of getting here i need to order from somewhere else already.

Anybody know a rough ballpark figure for the Win7 price? I've gotta set aside some money for it and its been an expense heavy month so far.

PS. trifecta's man-boobs turn me on

Ars Technica has a news piece detailing Newegg's pricing on almost all versions of Win 7. You can approximate it to about RM 400, or thereabouts, for an OEM copy of 7 Home Premium.

Amazon UK just released this for pre-order.

for full retails pack
Windows 7 Home Premium Full Retail PC DVD
Windows 7 Professional Full Retail PC DVD
Windows 7 Ultimate Full Retail PC DVD

for OEM retails pack
Windows 7 Home Premium OEM retail PC DVD
Windows 7 Professional OEM Retail PC DVD
Windows 7 Ultimate OEM Retail PC DVD


This post has been edited by fulat: Oct 14 2009, 09:35 PM

Nov 7...those who we born on on Nov 7 will get a free Windows 7 cupcakes @ Low Yat.

Can it changed to Nov 11?

Where you got the info about the Nov 7? My birthday is on that day xD Can i get a free windows 7 instead of cupcake -.-

Their Retail package Home Premium is RM700+
Might as well go for Ultimate if like that.

IMO Windows 7 really good. been using RTM7100 so far no problem. i will getting a Win 7 soon

Windows 7 build 7100 is not RTM, it's still RC. 7600 is RTM.

Dun know about getting a free Win7, but the cupcake is confirmed.
LYN members can also get, but still figuring how to verify a person is from LYN and get cupcakes or maybe other freebies on that day.

Version 6.1.7600 Build 7600 is what version?

A UK friend of mine got a free retail copy of Windows 7, apparently since he's a student. Any chance of that happening here?

Its possible, via MSDN AA. Professional right?

I'm a student.

simply by spare a desktop/laptop/netbook and ask them to log in as a LYN member?

Yes,confirmed.
If your university/college is a MSDN AA signatory, you will/can get a copy of Win7.

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Added on October 16, 2009, 11:13 ama bit difficult and the que will be long.
There will be many people there. But I'll keep that idea in mind.

MS wanna do something special for LYN Win7 folks...

This post has been edited by trifecta: Oct 16 2009, 11:13 AM

u cant avoid long que, culture here if its free. should create a machine like japanese. slot in your IC then verify either 7th Nov birthday or real name with LYN dataBase. kakakak if successful a cup cake will drop off. no dont like this design that design. kakakakak.

No need so hard one la.

Just post a link from here to a registered user accessible area in LYN only to print out a coupon. Bring the coupon over then can liao.

That way, non members do not have access to the coupon in the first place.

If use vending machine then won't have the party/event feeling anymore lo. Feel more like Lunch break in the canteen pulak.

can not la.... later 1 fella go photostat few hundred coupon and distribute there. all cup cake gone before our turn. kakakakakka. also please remember, culture here dont practise Q-up. it will be a mess there for sure... kakakkakak dont start a cup cake war party there horrr.... kakakka

Must not accept Photostat copy lar.
There must hire moderators for members to queue up also.

Alright... Then I guess people will be more interested in the free cupcakes then the windows 7

Good idea!
Any ideas on the design?

why don't just pm those who on-going with a password lol ! on that day whisper will do =) lame me

Go join the contests in win7.com.my la...they're also giving away Windows 7 Ultimate as prizes, save money no need to buy

Aihh. My windows vista bought like last year. Could not get a free upgrade to windows 7. So unfair.

dont be so unhappy, thou free upgrade still have to pay like RM70.

hey guys should i get the Premium or Professional? are the few extra features in Prof useful? how much are both?

I'd guess for normal users, Premium should be more then sufficient. Professional if you take your Laptop or desktop to companies a lot and use a lot of their infrastructure.

well i'm just a college student

How much are they retailing the Premium and Prof respectively?

Tentative pricing and specifications can be had from Microsoft.

I suppose the best feature Win 7 Pro provides to the average user is the XP compatibility mode. Apart from that, you wont be using much of it's other features.

This post has been edited by Loki[D.d.G]: Oct 21 2009, 06:04 PM

singapore here ppl start queue up for upgrade version

Offer Price : SGD77
Usual Price : SGD149.

7PM

so means windows 7 is on sale in another next few hours..wonder will it no stock after 6pm... hmm...

This post has been edited by Tsj261: Oct 22 2009, 07:48 AM

I will wait for OEM release.

the offer price is great which cost less than RM200. Do hope M$ Malaysia will have the same thing.

i thought it was on oct. 23?

United State is around 12 hrs behind us. So if nothing went wrong... they will start shipping it out to thier authorised reseller. some lucky buyer which make early booking from thier authorised reseller might have called thier loyal customer to pick up a copy after 6pm today.

this is common. i used to get newly launch mobile phone 1 or 2 days before it official available in the market.

got this from HK Windows 7 launch blog site.

Windows 7 Hong Kong Consumer Lauch Event

400 copies of windows 7 ultimate for only HKD377~ this is even better than Spore.

This post has been edited by fulat: Oct 22 2009, 09:13 AM

When can we expect win7 to be available on shelf here? i want one...

try walk around lowyat or any other IT world/center today. if you are lucky... u might get 1. i believe there's some copy are available now.

new MicroSoft website for malaysia have changed.



This post has been edited by fulat: Oct 22 2009, 09:42 AM

Quick question, the retail copy of Windows 7 comes with both 32-bit and the 64-bit version of the OS right?

yes, both dvd

High chances of getting a copy, wall-mart in US have already started selling Windows 7 a few days back. Its not a surprise if we see the boxes in stores. However, its available in certain countries already.
http://www.neowin.net/news/main/09/10/21/w...cross-the-world

this was taken lastnight in japan.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4yDpli5Z0s

This post has been edited by fulat: Oct 22 2009, 10:48 AM

so what is the offcial release build for windows 7?

how is the price like in malaysia?

http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/09/windows...omehow-maintai/

this is from cycom price list

How come only Ultimate gets 64bit?

I remembered it was announced earlier that all of them should come with 2 disc, one 32 bit and the other 64bit.

nevermind... i am waiting M$ to send me an email on all the pricing before 12pm. then maybe i will head toward pj.

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