Yesterday we reported on a rumor that Windows 8.1 would not be rolling out until October and now we have confirmed date date. Microsoft released a blog post detailing that Windows 8.1 would be arriving on October 17th in the US via the Windows Store for existing Windows 8 users.
Microsoft notes that the roll out will begin on October 18th at 12:00AM in New Zealand, though it doesn’t mention the release window for any other part of the world. Retail partners and PC manufacturers will also be loading their machines with the latest Windows operating system from the 18th onward so you’ll get the latest operating system if you buy a new computer.
For more Windows 8.1 coverage, check out our hands-on preview for what you can expect from the update.
