Microsoft Equipt to launch in the UK
Over here and over-priced
14 October 2008 15:09 GMT / By Amy-Mae Elliott
Microsoft's new consumer-aimed software bundle, called, Equipt is to see a launch in the UK.
The bundle, part of Microsoft's Software as a Service strategy, combines productivity, online and security tools and will go on sale in Britain on 20 October.
Equipt is a subscription-based service that combines Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Windows Live OneCare and Windows Live tools.
Microsoft will be offering Equipt for £59.99 for a 1-year renewable subscription and PC World has been announced as the first partner to carry this service throughout the UK.
When launched in the States in July, Microsoft Equipt was $69.99 for a 1-year renewable subscription with each subscription good for three home PCs.
PHONES
PHOTOS: First ELSE hands-on Up close and personal
PHONES
Nokia N900 mobile phone Will this revive Nokia's fortunes?
AUDIO
Vodafone Pocket-lint Gadget Awards date confirmed and tickets on sale Get your tickets today





Comments