Tech Drunk Staff 
Just when Microsoft was being appreciated for it’s ARM friendly version – Windows 8, a report has saddened most of the tablet manufacturers. Microsoft is expected to charge a hefty amount somewhere between $80-$95. When Windows 8 was first introduced by Microsoft, Metro UI was recommended most suitable for tablets. It was expected that Microsoft with its Windows RT concept, along with OEMs will dominate the tablet market putting Apple in a corner. But the news about the estimate amount to be charged by Microsoft for Windows RT has left many tablet manufacturers upset.
It has also disappointed many potential buyers and analysts who were expecting for economical Windows RT tablets. With high pricing of Windows RT, the intentions of Microsoft is clear that it doesn’t want to play at a low end in the tablet market. The high price of Windows RT could turn against itself as it will compete with iOS and Android Operating System which doesn’t cost a penny and run on various tablets. If go by rumours , it is speculated that Windows RT and Android tablet might have the same specifications but if this happens, then the huge price difference between the two will play a major role in its sales.
With the hike in price, Windows RT tablets are now expected to be priced between Rs. 30,569 to Rs. 44,490. Tablet manufacturers who were waiting for Windows RT to be crafted in tablets may now have to think twice before doing so.
Windows RT price may has upset many potential buyers but what is your take on it, will you still go for Windows RT tablets instead of Android tablets?
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