A few weeks ago I blogged about Microsoft Windows 7, its release data and it's features.

Today I want to let everyone know you can pre-order Windows 7 on Walmart.com and save over 50% off the regular price.

Get windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade for a special Pre-Order price of $49.92 and Windows 7 Professional for $99.92. This offer began today and will end on July 11, 2009. After that date the price will go up to $119.92 for Home Premium Upgrade and $199.92 for Professional Upgrade.

Pre-Order Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade here. 
Pre-Order Windows 7 Professional Upgrade here. 
Product will ship October 22, 2009

Microsoft, Walmart and their PC Suppliers have worked together to insure that if you buy A qualifying PC Today (In Store or Online) and you can Upgrade to Windows® 7 for FREE*. A Qualifying PC (Desktop or Notebook) is pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium, Ultimate or Business.
*Shipping and Handling may apply on some brands. See item page for details.

To see a list Qualifying Notebooks Click Here
To see a list Qualifying Desktops   Click Here

Click Here to learn more about Windows 7.
 

More To Come....

->Paul<-

I wanted to  everyone a little insight into our video game offers for Fathers Day.  First up is a special offer for the Wii Console. During 6/14/09 - 6-20/09 anyone purchasing a Wii console will receive a $20.00 Wal-Mart gift card free. Dad gets a Wii, and hey that's really an investment for the whole family, so we threw in the $20 Gift card that will take care of an accessory.   I would suggest one of these 3 accessories, the new Wii Motion plus, Wii Nunchuk or Classic Controller (All of which sell at Wal-Mart for $19.96 each). 

Also for Fathers Day is the PS3 bundle featuring MLB 09: The Show and a Blu-ray copy of 007 Quantum of Solace all for the every day low price of $399. I know this is not the price move that everyone is hoping for, but when you consider the value of the bundle, I believe its a great offer. The bundle is targeted at fathers, but MLB is such a great game that I think everyone, baseball fan or not, will enjoy it. It received a 90 metacritic score and in my opinion is one of the best baseball games available on a console today. Quantum of Solace is a pure adrenalin rush movie, and in high definition Blu-ray is beautiful to watch. The exclusive bundle launched at Wal-Mart on June 14th.

Two great offers for Fathers day. Enjoy! 

I can’t believe it’s already June and I still haven’t moved my boots and coats to the back of the closet to make room for warmer weather gear.  Having just booked my travel plans for a much needed quick weekend getaway I realized that a few cute pieces to refresh my existing summer wardrobe were a must.  I was in luck.  This week's Today Show fashion segment touting the best affordable weekend get-away looks http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/31369799#31386169 couldn’t have come at a better time.  As part of the segment they featured our Norma Kamali $18 long linen-cotton cardigan in lime (which leans toward a saffron yellow, but is also available in black and white).  Lucky Magazine’s Alison Waterman described the sweater as providing a “fantastic pop of color” and went on to say “we’re so in love with this.”  I love it too, I thought as I hit “purchase” on Walmart.com.

Anyone else get annoyed by all the wires and set up of a normal surround sound system?  It's especially annoying when you want to hide all the wires, which would require you to get a little more handy than I would claim to be.  If this is the case, and you're in the need for what I call "sound enhancement", a sound bar may be just what you need. The good news is that Walmart has started carrying a couple in select stores, as well as a few more on walmart.com.  Prices have also come down significantly over the past year, making this not only convenient but affordable!

One of the new items that we have available in some stores and online is the Vizio sound bar.  It is getting great reviews so far and is a great deal at $148.  Go to the website to check it out! 

What do you all think about sound bars? Or should I say ya'll since I'm living in Arkansas now?  :)

A lot is happening in the news, and on the technology side it’s seems to be all on E3 and the gaming world this week. However we had a quick headline yesterday that I want to share:

Windows 7 general availability: In stores starting October 22nd!

Walmart will be selling Win 7 in stores as well as online on that 10/22 date. With New PCs in store and a expanded assortment online that can be up to 100+ Laptops & 40+Desktops.

If you haven’t heard or seen it yet, check out this video.

I saw a demo of the product back in Jan @ CES. I was impressed, it wasn’t till a few months later that I installed the product and used it (via Beta version for download from MS). It seems beta testing went very well and quickly with impressive reviews throughout the tech community.

Microsoft does have the Win 7 Release candidate available for download here . Testing and Release Candidates are not for everyone. That version will expires on 6/1/10, along with your PC shutting down every 2 hours starting 3/1/10 if a new/non-expired version is not installed before that. Other Terms and conditions found on this link

Here are some highlights of Windows 7:

* Improved Taskbar
* Jump Lists
* Desktop enhancements
* Windows Search
* Internet Explorer 8
* Better device Management
* Home Group
* View Available Networks
* Click her for details on each highlight.

Microsoft has built Win 7 based on customer feedback. They really wanted to build a OS that was what the customer wanted it to do. They asked for feedback and got tons of it. Big changes are everyday tasks are faster and easier to insure you usage is what you want it to be.

* Faster, more responsive performance
* Power Management Improvements
* Compatibility
* Reduce interruptions
 Click her for details

Win 7 adds new Possibilities for you and your PC
* Easier TV, Movies and Video
* TV, Music, Pictures, and video: when and where you want them
* Play to
* Remote Media Streaming
* Keep your Life in-sync with Windows Live
*Windows Touch
-Some of these features can require new/additional hardware.

We want to know your thoughts on Win 7. Have you seen it? Tried it? Heard any news? Will you be one to upgrade right away or wait?   Feel free to use the comment button below.

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