Today, on Friday the 26th of October, Microsoft Australia officially launches Windows 8. The official event was being held in Sydney this morning. There were 8 Windows 8 Ambassadors who helped to showcase the new Windows 8 on the event.
The Windows 8 Ambassadors:
- Rick Kelly (V8 Supercar Driver) rick-kelly.tumblr.com
- Ellyse Perry (Australian cricketer/footballer) ellyse-perry.tumblr.com
- Ben O’Donoghue (Chef/TV Presenter) ben-odonoghue.tumblr.com
- Anthea Leonard (Sweet Art Owner) anthea-leonard.tumblr.com
- Jenny Manik Mercian (Jewellery Designer) jenny-manik.tumblr.com
- Josh Goot, (Fashion Designer)
- Jessica Watson (Sailor) jess-watson.tumblr.com
- Cas & Jonesy (Adventurers) cas-jonesy.tumblr.com
At launch, you can get the full packed product (off the shelf) of Windows 8 Pro, available for AUD $69.99 RRP at local retailers and also on Microsoft Store. If you already have a non-Windows 8 machine running, you will be able to download Windows 8 Pro to upgrade for AUD $39.99.
Or if you bought a Windows 7 PC between 2 June, 2012, and 31 January, 2013, you can download Windows 8 Pro for just AUD $14.99 with the Windows Upgrade Offer.
Source: Official press release from Microsoft Australia
