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Windows 7 RTM begins rollout August 6th, OEMs and some beta testers to get early headstart
Engadget —
... So last we heard Windows 7 would be officially hitting RTM status some time this month, but as to when we'd be able to get our hands on it, turns out that's a very tricky question. According to the official Windows blog, OEMs will be able to get it approximately two ...
Wednesday Shortbread
The Tech Report: News —
... team up on tablet TG Daily on UMPC, take 2: Samsung touts first WiMax MID Netgear to help Internet subscribers measure use C|Net reports Comcast's consumer usage meter still in the labs TweakTown: Dolby Labs interviewed regarding PC audio It's official: Microsoft ' retiring ' YouTube challenger Soapbox Christopher Hipp , Blade server pioneer, dies nZone: Enter to win a trip to Blizzcon 2009 Software When will you get Windows 7 RTM ? C|Net reports Microsoft confirms Windows 7 family pack SuperSite for ...
Microsoft confirms Windows 7 Family Pack
TechSpot —
Microsoft has confirmed it does plan to offer a family pack for Windows 7 Home Premium that can be used on up to three PCs. According a recent entry on the Windows Team Blog , the decision followed feedback from beta testers and enthusiasts over the last three years clamoring for a better solution for homes with multiple PCs. Theres no official word on pricing yet, although rumors and previously ...
Windows 7 RTM to Reach Developers by August 6
techPowerUp! —
... subscribers will also be able to download Windows 7 RTM (English) on Aug. 6. Microsoft's original equipment manufacturer partners (OEMs) will begin receiving Windows 7 two days after RTM, although a fixed date on when exactly the OS gets its RTM status was not mentioned. Windows 7 is on course for an October 22 commercial release, when consumers will be able to buy retail versions of the operating system, as well as PCs and notebooks pre-installed with it.
Source: Windows 7 Team Blog
Microsoft Drops Windows 7 RTM Details, Confirms Family Pack
Maximum PC —
... will be able to download Windows 7 RTM shortly after RTM happens for free as part of your subscription.”
And, giving in to the swirling rumors, solid information on the family pack is finally available. “I’m happy to confirm that we will indeed be offering a family pack of Windows 7 Home Premium (in select markets) which will allow installation on up to 3 PCs,” wrote Brandon LeBlanc on the blog.
If you’re looking for any additional information, be sure to check it out here.
Image Credit: Microsoft
Microsoft confirms Windows 7 Family Pack, RTM
TechSpot —
... which was being developed in parallel also went RTM today. Microsoft has confirmed it does plan to offer a family pack for Windows 7 Home Premium that can be used on up to three PCs. According a recent entry on the Windows Team Blog , the decision followed feedback from beta testers and enthusiasts over the last three years clamoring for a better solution for homes with multiple PCs. Theres no official word on pricing yet, although rumors and previously ...
Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2 Ready to RTM
Overclockers Club news Feed —
... . Both operating systems are on schedule for the expected release dates in October. Some users will be able to access the RTM version of Windows 7 on various dates in August. As a member of the MSDNAA, I will able to download on August 6, with the rest of the dates here. The upcoming version of Windows has also received feedback from several OEM partners, including Toshiba, which should help the OS in adoption more than Vista. ...
Windows 7 Hits RTM Stage, Family Pack is a Go
Techgage News —
... , regular consumers and tech enthusiasts are unable to get their grubby hands on the latest release, as it's being reserved for partners, OEMS, business customers and so forth. If you're wondering whether you or your workplace qualify for an early test-drive, you can refer to a recent blog posting that covers pretty much everyone. ...
Windows 7 Officially Hits RTM
Maximum PC —
... According to LeBlanc's previous blog post, OEMs can expect to receive Windows 7 RTM software images in just a couple of days now that build 7600 has gone RTM. LeBlanc also listed a bunch of other dates detailing when specific segments can get their hands on a copy, which can be viewed here. ...
Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 are ready
DV Hardware —
... 2008 R2 worldwide general launches. Windows 7 will be generally available to customers around the world on October 22, and Windows Server 2008 R2 will be generally available on or before that date. As always, current customers of the Windows Volume Licensing program, Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) subscribers and TechNet subscribers will be among the first to get customer access to Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 in the coming weeks.More details can be found at the Windows Blog. Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 are ...
Windows 7 Release to Manufacturing, Family Pack Confirmed
News at Bjorn3d.com —
Windows 7 has reached the next stage of development, Release to Manufacturing (RTM). When an OS has reached this stage, it means that the code has been finalized and there is no more change as the discs are being manufactured. Any further changes will be released as updates. The final revision will have build number of 7600. According to the Windowsteamblog , ISV (Independent software vendor) and IHV (Independent hardware vendor) Partner will be able to download the RTM version from Microsoft Connector or MSDN on August 6th. Microsoft Partner will be able to download the ...
When will Windows 7 RTM Finally Arrive?
Maximum PC —
... Other availability dates include:
Volume License (VL) customers with an existing Software Assurance (SA) license: August 7th
IT Professionals with a TechNet Subscription: August 6th
Developers with a MSDN Subscription: August 6th
LeBlanc also went on to confirm the availability of a "Family Pack" for Windows 7, which will allow installation on up to 3 PCs, but did not say how much the package will cost.
More info here.
Image Credit: Microsoft
Invitation-only Windows 7 beta testers to get free copy of Ultimate
Hardware 2.0 —
... . Last week, I blogged that members of the Windows Technical Beta Program would not be receiving a complimentary copy of Windows 7. Normally I hate to be wrong but in this case, I’m stoked that I am. To show our appreciation, members of the invitation-only Windows 7 Technical Beta Program will be eligible for a free, final copy of Windows 7 Ultimate. For more information on how to take advantage of this, refer to Paul’s post in the .Beta_Program newsgroup for details. Tell Paul that Brandon sent you - and be sure to thank him! Pretty cool.
Friday Shortbread
The Tech Report: News —
... reports pressure-sensitive keyboard , new Microsoft hardware prototype unveiled Logitech serves up new G-Series gaming-grade mouse, headset No more perks: Coffee shops pull the plug on laptop users News Corp may charge for Web news; blasts Amazon Engadget reports microfluidic chip does 1,000 parallel chemical reactions, looks glorious Software Microsoft security bulletin advance notification for August 2009 When will you get Windows 7 RTM ? Engadget reports official Windows 7 upgrade chart is ridiculous ...
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