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9/23/2009 10:06:06 AM

they didn't even email me back. that's cold blooded MS

9/23/2009 1:03:24 PM

I'm sure everyone got this email, but do we have confirmation that it will require no follow through for the party? I have every intention on setting up the site and using coworkers, RL-friends, E-friends and such but I am also terrible at procrastinating so not 100% sure that it will get done.

Quote :

"Congratulations! You are confirmed as a Windows® 7 Launch Party host. Windows® 7 is about to launch worldwide, but you’ll be receiving a limited Signature Edition of Windows® 7, before the worldwide release date. Relax, this is a party, not a sales presentation, and you’ll get the most out of it by checking out the Host Help Videos and going to the Windows 7 Launch Party. Just choose a party theme from Setting Up With Ease, Family Friendly Fun, Media Mania, or PhotoPalooza — you’ll find them fun, full of great Windows® 7 tips, and they will get you well on your way to becoming a Windows® 7 expert. Your guests will appreciate that. You can also watch the videos for all the themes so you can show your guests whatever interest them. Get into the party spirit and be the first to upload photos and videos, and post comments to PartyTalk™, the House Party blog. It’s time to invite your guests! Use the FREE Guest Manager tool on your party site to quickly send invitations via email for the party theme you choose. Then your guests can join your online site when they RSVP. Also remember to tell your guests to visit your exclusive party site. There will be lots of info to share. Thanks for hosting a Windows® 7 Launch Party."

9/24/2009 9:42:04 AM

I think we're set.

I mean think about it, people tend not even to RSVP until the night before.

They are mailing the packages out on October 10th to give people time to setup.

[Edited on September 24, 2009 at 11:53 AM. Reason : .]

9/24/2009 11:52:21 AM

Key activation pending cooperation as per hidden TOS.

I think you're right though, I definitely considered what MS would have to do to that poor kid who legitimately tried to throw a party until he was stood up by all 10 friends. SORRY DUDE, NO FRIENDS NO SEVEN!

[Edited on September 24, 2009 at 12:48 PM. Reason : .]

9/24/2009 12:47:24 PM

My reading on it was that this was more of a "good faith" kind of thing. i.e., try in good faith to have a party with 10 people, if a bunch no-show, oh well. If you don't even bother sending out invites, and clearly do not attempt in good faith to throw the party, then the hammer comes down.

9/24/2009 12:55:33 PM

9/24/2009 12:58:04 PM

see below

[Edited on September 24, 2009 at 4:04 PM. Reason : d]

9/24/2009 4:02:35 PM

my email was slightly different:

Quote :

"Congratulations... You are a Windows® 7 Launch Party host!! Because you were among the first host finalists to set up your party online, you are confirmed as a host and will be receiving a free party package to share with your guests shortly before the party. Packages will be mailed in time to arrive before your party date. Check your free party site regularly for news on what's in your package, when it's been shipped, and when you can expect it to arrive. Meanwhile, don't forget to use the free Guest Manager tool to manage your invite list. Use it to send invitations via email so your guests can join your online site when they RSVP. Don't have their email address? No problem -- use the print option, or just create a name-only record for them so they still appear on your party list. And while you're online, be sure to check out and upload fun photos and videos, post comments to the national party blog, and look around for other cool features. Please remember that information you post on the House Party website may be visible to the general public, so we advise you not to post any personally identifying information (such as last name, address, email or phone number). However, the information in your party invitations will only be visible to your guests. Thank you for hosting a Windows® 7 Launch Party!"

or did you get this one and then that one above later?

9/24/2009 4:03:14 PM

i need to opt out of this. they sent me another message today

9/24/2009 4:13:49 PM

^^Yeah, you should get the next one soon.

^I don't like free software either.

9/24/2009 5:24:49 PM

Nice, just got an email, time to host a party and get paid for it.

9/24/2009 8:52:59 PM

theres like 6 to one odds on having to call the indians to get your copy reactivated after the first big pack push

9/24/2009 9:33:40 PM

^^^ never did get another email...


I cant get any photos aside from the headshot uploaded... does that matter?

9/24/2009 11:44:09 PM

just got the email today that I won the party, w00t!

9/26/2009 10:32:05 PM

Shipping notification just came for me.

10/5/2009 1:50:54 PM

Same.

Looks like the party packs are on ebay for about 300 bucks.

[Edited on October 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM. Reason : .]

10/5/2009 1:59:25 PM

^I'm just guessing they'll be removed by the end of the day.

Thanks Microsoft. Again, 2 free copies of their new OS before release date.

10/5/2009 2:03:21 PM

Quote :

"Your Windows® 7 Launch Party Pack Is On The Way. Hosts all around the globe are about to get their Windows® 7 Launch Party package — each one has a limited Signature Edition of Windows® 7 Ultimate and lots of other goodies to make their parties a smash hit. You WILL get your tracking number emailed to you as soon as your package ships out. Do not be alarmed if you haven’t received an email with a tracking number yet, everything is moving along as planned If you don’t receive yours by the end of the day October 10, 2009, contact us at help@houseparty.com. Before you install Windows 7, download the helpful Host Notes for click by click instructions to provide the best demonstration for your guests. If you have any questions about Windows® 7 Ultimate installation, please go to Getting Ready for Windows® 7. For a complete list of what will be arriving at your home shortly, go to your party site now and check out what everyone’s blogging about. Don’t miss any of the Windows® 7 features — Visit the site now! "

10/5/2009 4:45:44 PM

Quote :

"Message from SJI INC.: Your House Party kit is on its way! If you need assistance, please contact: help@houseparty.com. Thanks! Scheduled Delivery: 08-October-2009 "

Quote :

"Scheduled Delivery Date: 10/07/2009 (Updated) 10/08/2009 (Original)"

Nice.

[Edited on October 6, 2009 at 1:39 PM. Reason : .]

10/6/2009 1:39:20 PM

^ Ditto here. Yay!

10/6/2009 4:10:28 PM

w00t, it's at the office, I just have to go pick it up.

10/7/2009 1:58:02 PM

Mines at home. Yay for UPS tracking!

10/7/2009 4:32:40 PM

Quote :

"Sorry you weren't selected... Thanks for your interest in hosting a Windows 7® Launch Party. There was great response to hosting parties and numbers were limited. As a result many wonderful applicants like you could not be selected. As thanks for your interest and support, we would like you to share in the same special discounts and offers being given to party hosts and attendees. Look for a follow-up email from us with the link to these offers on October 22."

10/7/2009 4:51:50 PM

Not bad for a swagg bag if I do say so myself. Thanks to the OP.

[Edited on October 7, 2009 at 5:03 PM. Reason : ]

10/7/2009 5:02:19 PM

mine shipped to my parents house today, now to return to NC sometime to get the damn thing

10/7/2009 5:44:08 PM

Just cracked mine open, and it is indeed everything as described. I've been so skeptical up to this point that I am very pleasantly surprised. Now to get a second hard drive up and running so I can install it.

10/7/2009 6:38:44 PM

Just got my package today as well. I was planning to hock it and just grab a copy on one of the torrent networks but I'm thinking I might actually install this mofo since it's the 'signature edition'

10/7/2009 7:01:09 PM

i'm 99.99% sure it's the same exact image, just a different case with a "printed" signature on the case, that's the only thing novel about it, limited edition case that's it.

10/7/2009 7:30:23 PM

got mine today...

10/7/2009 8:20:29 PM

got mine yesterday

10/8/2009 9:58:58 AM

scheduled for delivery on the 12th... oh well, at least it's coming

10/8/2009 6:26:06 PM

get mine tomorrow

10/9/2009 12:13:17 AM

shit took forever to install

10/9/2009 1:55:01 AM

Quote :

"Sorry you weren't selected... Thanks for your interest in hosting a Windows 7® Launch Party. There was great response to hosting parties and numbers were limited. As a result many wonderful applicants like you could not be selected. As thanks for your interest and support, we would like you to share in the same special discounts and offers being given to party hosts and attendees. Look for a follow-up email from us with the link to these offers on October 22. If you would still like to get together with friends, you could consider hosting a Windows 7 MeetUp. Just go to http://www.windows.com/meetup for tips on how to plan, invite, and host a Windows 7 MeetUp. We make it as easy as possible for you to share windows 7 with your friends by providing customized MeetUp themes and tips on using social networks to invite guests. We really appreciate your time and effort in completing the application and value your interest in Windows 7."

10/11/2009 11:37:37 PM

lol

10/12/2009 12:13:23 AM

Got mine last week. Are they all the same. I remember when I first signed up it kept telling me to pick my party theme. For the life of me I couldn't find that option on that party planner site.

10/12/2009 1:19:45 AM

got my party pack! i'm quite surprised they fit all that stuff in a smallish box.

10/13/2009 4:03:10 PM

just placed mine on ebay... these babies are going for 200 greenbacks

i already have 10 licenses through MSDN and have been running win7 ultimate for months now it seems, so I dont need this signature edition

10/13/2009 8:04:49 PM

Quote :

"Two Special Offers for Launch Party Hosts Available Now! Let Corel help you get the party rolling. Before October 22, you can save 70% instantly on both Corel® Digital Studio™ 2010 and Corel® WinDVD Pro 2010. * Corel® Digital Studio™ 2010 is optimized for Windows® 7, and features easy to use photo, video, playback and burn software - all together. * Corel® WinDVD Pro 2010 is the world’s #1 Blu-ray & DVD playback software. Visit http://www.corel.com/hosts and enter coupon code P843951 . Act now; this special host-only offer expires October 22, 2009. Norton Internet Security 2010 – Designed for Windows 7 Since you are hosting a Windows 7 Launch Party, please enjoy a free copy of Norton Internet Security 2010. Norton Internet Security 2010 is designed from the ground up for Windows 7. The 2010 versions of our products deliver security that is both light on your system and extraordinarily effective. See why Norton Internet Security is recommended by both PC Magazine and CNET . Download now from http://www.norton.com/nis4hosts. This special host-only offer expires October 22, 2009."

10/14/2009 1:47:56 PM

Does this also include a yearlong antivirus subscription?

10/15/2009 8:59:39 AM

http://www.neowin.net/news/main/09/10/16/man-wins-right-to-sell-windows-7-party-pack-on-ebay

10/16/2009 11:11:18 AM