As the old adage goes “if you can’t beat them, join them”. Better yet, in the case of Microsoft, re-engage Windows users who are running a non-genuine copy of Microsoft’s desktop OS by giving them free upgrade to the upcoming Windows 10.
Based on their research, Microsoft has uncovered that a huge chunk, 75% on their recent estimate, of all Windows-based PCs in China are running on pirated copy of Windows which shows that their efforts, if there are any, in battling piracy in the said country have so far been futile.
In an interview with Reuters, Terry Myerson, Microsoft’s EVP of Operating System, is quoted saying that “We are upgrading all qualified PCs, genuine and non-genuine, to Windows 10.” He added that the Redmond-based firm is tapping various organizations, such as Lenovo, Qihoo 360 and Tencent to turn this plan in to reality.
It’s still unclear whether Microsoft will implement this outside of China, but this is definitely a good news for those who cannot afford to buy a licensed version of Windows (or those who just don’t want to pay for a legit copy). On the other hand, we’re not sure how paying Windows users will react to this bold move from the software giant.
Windows 10 is expected to be released in the market sometime in summer which is said to feature a new browser codenamed Project Spartan.
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Windows Critic says:
this upgrade is not stable. i’ve been using the windows 10 since last year. a lot of bugs and problems you may encounter along the way. better stick to your stable OS, then upgrade if it is already stable.
been there done that.
Faust says:
wow. thats great news but when will they implement it? me excited. ive got only the technical preview.
NotaSheep says:
Well either this is a trap to weed out pirate users… or… maybe this is the best thing! i pay for steam games so… maybe if Microsoft Xbox games become a thing for pc…? :)
Easy E says:
Yes it’s a TRAP!
AkinLang says:
I think Microsoft is giving away the OS but charge for the applications and apps for it. The idea is to set-up the world on a single OS platform making development on it a lot easier and more consistent.
This will be good for developers as they only need to master one platform. Similarly, the support teams will find it easier supporting only one platform.
gadgeteer says:
It is very obvious, micro$oft is trying to recreate the old tactic scheme they used in windows xp, they let and encourage piracy of their OS, and when your system heavily relies on their platform comes the big BOOM!!! they force you to license your software or face criminal charges and closure of your business.
the question is, will people take the bait again?
imagi says:
Licensed windows 8 user here. I’m conflicted on this news as it makes my voluntary purchase of licensed windows useless. No incentive for those of us who bought an original windows?
Fap says:
Microsoft is not that dumb to allow this to happen…….SILA PA!!!
abuzalzal says:
This is too good to be true, Microsoft will probably allow you to upgrade from your old Non-Genuine OS pero trial version lang siguro ibibigay just to get you into Windows 10.
mouse user says:
Haters gonna hate even on good news.
james says:
hay naku away kyu ng away eh di nyu binasa ung post na mabuti!!!! png CHINA lng muna daw at walang sinabi na ilaunch ito sa pinas,,hahahahahhaa
dave says:
free upgrade pero trial?
Rage says:
I think I read somewhere before that the upgrade for Win 10 is free for Win 8 users for the first year only. Not sure if that was true. But if it is, this might be the same case for the upgrades that non-genuine copies of windows will have. Free for the first year, then you need to pay after a year. Maybe for a complete copy.
steam says:
better use linux cuz games on linux are growing.
prof says:
Sana ang Microsoft Store di na kasing lag gaya nung sa Windows 8.1
snowythen says:
Windows 10, 11, 12, 13……1,000,000 should be FREE like Android. It’s not impossible for Microsoft. Make it Happen Satya.
wiinows says:
Bottom Line naman yan yung APPS sa WINDOWS store
ehh Office 365 nga monthly and yearly subsciption ehh..
JohnQuill says:
Libre nga OS tapos lahat ng pirated software mo hindi na tatakbo. :D
denise says:
hmmm… so what’s the catch? Surely Microsoft will benefit from this sooner or later, and now I’m waiting for the big “BUT.”
jake says:
i think its a trap haha they will let you use it maybe for several months then you have to pay for it… just an opinion
victor says:
To all the skpetics out there saying that the “free upgrade” for pirates is a trap, you should know that Microsoft is making Windows 10 free for Raspberry Pi too.
If you guys do not even know what Raspberry Pi is then you’ve been living in a cave for years.
Pemeso says:
Away kayo ng away. bulok naman mga laptop nyo, kung hindi man laptop, chap chap na binuo sa gilmore.:))
inordi says:
Nothings for free… trust me… there will always be a catch…!!! Its either the apps needs to be bought or you cant upgrade next time without buying The original OS… ????????????
emcel says:
Nabiktima kasi sila ng android sa sarili nilang taktika… Dati nung DOS days… napirata ang OS nila kaya nadominate nila ang PC world. Ngayon binigay ni google yung OS niya at nadominate naman niya ang tablet at smartphone world at soon to be smart(internet of things) and embedded PC world (to think nauna si microsoft dito). AFAIK belated na yung ginagawa niyang pagbigay ng OS. Sa mga me licensed naman ang binibili mo dyan eh yung support at updates.