Replacement demand for Windows 8 desktops and notebooks will not arrive until 2H13, say sources

Replacement demand for Windows 8 desktops and notebooks will not arrive until 2H13, say sources: Most related desktop and notebook IC suppliers seems to be embracing a low season in the fourth quarter of 2012, as they have not seen a significant growth in demand for notebook and desktop products, even including Microsoft's Surface tablets, in the end market despite the launch of Windows 8, according to industry sources.