When will Vista packed laptops be available?

[Syringer]

I'm looking to upgrade my laptop, but want to wait until Vista becomes available with it. Do manufacturers usually wait a little while before packaging their laptops with it after the release date of the new OS, or how soon will they packaged with it?

 

[Brainonska511]

Depending on the manufacturer, anywhere between immediately to a month or two.

 

[Commodus]

I wouldn't be surprised if Dell hops on the bandwagon as soon as possible in January. But I'm not sure if I'd be that keen to get the OS, as Microsoft is clearly eager to get it shipped despite only a month or so between RC2 and the expected gold master.

 

[Aarondeep]

maybe during christmas time you might see OEM's offering a free upgrade coupon to vista when it comes out if you buy the XP PC.