---
title: Microsoft Launches Windows 8
date: 2012-10-26 00:39:08
permalink: https://lesterchan.net/blog/2012/10/26/microsoft-launches-windows-8/
author: Lester Chan
excerpt: "Microsoft launches Windows 8 today. Until 31st January 2013, Windows XP, Vista, and 7 users can download Windows 8 Pro for S$49.99. Those who bought a Windows 7 PC between 2nd June 2012 and 31st January 2013 also qualify."
categories:
  - Software
tags:
  - Microsoft
  - Singapore
  - Windows
  - Windows 8
---

Microsoft launches Windows 8 today, 26th October 2012!

From now till 31st January 2013, if you are on Windows XP/Vista/7, you can download Windows 8 Pro from windows.microsoft.com for **S$49.99**.

If you bought your Windows 7 PCs between 2nd June 2012 and 31st January 2013, you are eligible for Windows Upgrade Offer and you can download Windows 8 Pro from windows.microsoft.com for **S$17.99**.

If you want new Windows 8 Pro licenses, the retail boxes can be bought at all leading IT retail stores for **S$89**.

Official Site: Windows 8  
Press Release: Microsoft Launches Windows 8 in Singapore

[![Microsoft Windows 8 Logo](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7102/7311631716_fd39e0949c_o.png)](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7102/7311631716_fd39e0949c_o.png "Microsoft Windows 8 Logo")