Microsoft today is touting its latest round of Windows 7 offers, and this time around the theme is graduation and back-to-school. I guess it's never too early.
There are three big deals going on right now.
Sony VAIO E series laptop - This PC "comes loaded with Windows 7 Professional and a free Blu-ray disc drive upgrade starting at $799.99. Plus, Sony will also give you a $90 credit towards the purchase of movies. The VAIO E series has a 15.5" screen that makes it easy to watch TV and movies, it weighs less than 6 pounds and you can get it in an array of colors so you stand out from the crowd." This deal is only available to US residents only through May 29, 2010.
$50 off when you purchase a Windows 7 notebook and a Windows 7 netbook from Amazon.com. Buy two computers at Amazon.com and save some cash: "If you want to power through your homework with your PC and stay connected all day then a Notebook with Windows 7 Home Premium + a Windows 7 netbook is a great choice." This deal is also available only to US residents through May 29, 2010, but there are a number PCs to choose from.
Dell Studio XPS 13 with Windows 7 Home Premium, Microsoft Office 2007 Home & Student (with a free upgrade to Office 2010 Home & Student once it's available) and free shipping for a special price of $989. This special offers comes via the online Microsoft Store and is available to US residents only through June 25or while supplies last.
Also, Microsoft notes that the previously announced special pricing on Windows Anytime Upgrade ($50 for Windows 7 Starter to Windows 7 Home Premium, normally $80; and $80 for Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 7 Professional, normally $90) are still available.