Microsoft opens up for Windows 8 pre-orders

• Buy Windows 8 hardware now from Acer, Dell, Samsung and more.
• Pre-order software as well.

Microsoft have opened up for pre-orders on Windows 8.

Companies including ASUS, Acer, Dell, HP, Samsung and Sony all have hardware available for pre-order.

Pricing has also been revealed for the Dell XPS 12 Windows 8 hybrid costing £999. Also, the XPS One 27 which is an all-in-one Windows 8 touchscreen has got a price as well setting you back £879.

Save Money

All of the above items are very expensive however be sure to get hold of Windows 8 for a much cheaper price if you dismiss the hardware.

Software is out there now and is available for pre-order as well. Pricing starts at around £43 (more like it) for Windows 8 and if you hang onto the release date, 26th October grab yourself an OS upgrade for £25.

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