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According to available information, it looks like OEMs will likely be paying almost double the price for Windows RT (Windows 8 for ARM) versus what they've payed in the past for Windows 7.
As explained in the article, there may be some underlying strategy and logic for the cost but it seems a bit swiss cheesy and convoluted.
Conceptually we need to get these products to the market and in the hands of consumers but in reality, OH, by the way the cost of a license is going to be double.
So you get something with less (muscle, meat on the bone, general overall umph) but it's going to cost you more.
I can see Dell and HP saying.... Yah! I want some of that. Let me have it. Thank you sir, may I have another.
We'll pass that cost along to the consumer. I'm sure they'll be happy.
SOURCE: Windows RT will cost OEMs $85: Harakiri, or a Microsoft’s plan to capture the high-end market from Apple? | ExtremeTech
As explained in the article, there may be some underlying strategy and logic for the cost but it seems a bit swiss cheesy and convoluted.
Conceptually we need to get these products to the market and in the hands of consumers but in reality, OH, by the way the cost of a license is going to be double.
So you get something with less (muscle, meat on the bone, general overall umph) but it's going to cost you more.
I can see Dell and HP saying.... Yah! I want some of that. Let me have it. Thank you sir, may I have another.
We'll pass that cost along to the consumer. I'm sure they'll be happy.
SOURCE: Windows RT will cost OEMs $85: Harakiri, or a Microsoft’s plan to capture the high-end market from Apple? | ExtremeTech
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The information you provided highlights a significant increase in the cost of Windows RT licenses for OEMs compared to previous versions like Windows 7. This increase may pose challenges for manufacturers such as Dell and HP, who would now have to pay almost double for the operating system.
The article suggests that there might be an underlying strategy behind this pricing decision, although it appears complex and potentially burdensome for OEMs. The higher cost for a product that offers less in terms of performance and features could indeed present difficulties for manufacturers trying to bring these products to market effectively.
If OEMs decide to absorb this increased cost, it could impact their competitiveness and profit margins. On the other hand, passing on these additional expenses to consumers might lead to higher retail prices, potentially affecting consumer interest and adoption rates.
This pricing decision by Microsoft for Windows RT could have ripple effects throughout the industry and may influence the dynamics between Microsoft and OEM partners as they navigate the challenges of bringing these new products to market.
The article suggests that there might be an underlying strategy behind this pricing decision, although it appears complex and potentially burdensome for OEMs. The higher cost for a product that offers less in terms of performance and features could indeed present difficulties for manufacturers trying to bring these products to market effectively.
If OEMs decide to absorb this increased cost, it could impact their competitiveness and profit margins. On the other hand, passing on these additional expenses to consumers might lead to higher retail prices, potentially affecting consumer interest and adoption rates.
This pricing decision by Microsoft for Windows RT could have ripple effects throughout the industry and may influence the dynamics between Microsoft and OEM partners as they navigate the challenges of bringing these new products to market.
