Microsoft formally unveils Windows 8 OSOctober 25, 2012 - 21:55 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Microsoft has announced the global availability of its Windows 8 operating system, Digital Spy said. The new software, compatible with more than 1,000 certified PC and tablet models, marks the platform's most significant overhaul since Windows 95. Windows 8's features include a brand new user interface, a wide range of applications and a dedicated storefront called the Windows Store. "We have reimagined Windows and the result is a stunning lineup of new PCs," said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer. "Windows 8 brings together the best of the PC and the tablet. "It works perfect for work and play and it is alive with your world. Every one of our customers will find a PC that they will absolutely love." The new OS will be available to download to upgrade existing PCs in more than 140 markets and 37 languages from 12.01am on October 26. Windows 8 comes in two primary versions, Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro, as well as Windows 8 Enterprise for large organisations. The new Windows RT version will be available for ARM-based tablets. Users running Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 can upgrade their machines to Windows 8 Pro for around $39.99 until the end of January. Customers who purchased a Windows 7 PC between June 2 this year and January 31, 2013 can upgrade for around $14.99 as part of Microsoft's Windows Upgrade Offer. Microsoft has also launched its Surface slate in various territories, marking its entry into the tablet hardware market. Top stories Yerevan will host the 2024 edition of the World Congress On Information Technology (WCIT). Rustam Badasyan said due to the lack of such regulation, the state budget is deprived of VAT revenues. Krisp’s smart noise suppression tech silences ambient sounds and isolates your voice for calls. Gurgen Khachatryan claimed that the "illegalities have been taking place in 2020." Partner news Most popular in the section | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. Aliyev says no need for mediators in Armenia-Azerbaijan process Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev believes that Baku and Yerevan do not mediators in the process of normalizing relations. |