Vista - What do you want to see in Microsoft's retail stores?

The rumor first started in April 2008, and many were skeptical Microsoft was really planning to follow in Apple's footsteps and launch its own retail stores. In November, the company launched its online Microsoft Store in the US, and the general consensus was that the rumor had been put to rest. Not so. In press release late today, the software giant announced that it will indeed be rolling out new Microsoft-branded stores.

David Porter, head of worldwide product distribution DreamWorks Animation SKG, will join Microsoft as corporate vice president of Retail Stores, reporting to Microsoft Chief Operating Officer Kevin Turner. The stores, according to Microsoft, will improve the PC and Microsoft retail purchase experience for consumers worldwide, including helping consumers make more informed decisions about their PC and software purchases. Porter's first task will be defining the time frame, locations, and specifics for the Microsoft-branded retail stores.

Full Story: http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/02/what-do-you-want-to-see-in-microsofts-retail-stores.ars

well it says i have to type something here....

Msongs

I think this could be really cool!

I hope one opens by me so it can be my new favorite store lol!

they shouldnt go overboard with selling laptops or pc's. Selling ranges of their own software would be a good start, here in the uk you can only really get office home & student or vista home premium from retailers.