Windows 8 upgrade offer is ending on 31st January

When Microsoft announced last year a “limited time offer” for Windows 8 upgrade pricing, some thought or at least hoped that the heavily discounted price might be on offer indefinitely. However, Microsoft officials announced on 18th January that this will not be the case.

After 31st January, the £24.99 ($39.99 in the USA) upgrade price will end.

Starting on 1st February the Windows 8 upgrade will cost around £75 ($119.99 in the USA). The Windows 8 Pro upgrade will cost a staggering £126 ($199.99 in the USA). Microsoft may up these prices for its UK buyers. However, the cost may be slightly discounted by the likes of Amazon and Ebay.

Currently, Microsoft is charging £24.99 for an upgrade license to Windows 8 Pro from Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7.