Microsoft Surface RT: 32GB Starting @ $499 and $599 w/Touch Cover

We've been waiting for a price announcement on Microsoft's Surface tablet has finally been unveiled on the Microsoft Store website.  The Surface begins with a 32GB model w/o the Black Touch Cover for $499.  $599 will get you the 32GB w/ the Black Touch Cover.  There's also a 64GB model for $699 w/Black Touch Cover.

If you are planning to get the Surface Type Covers, that will cost you an extra $129.99.  From the above image, it appears Pre-orders will be accepted.

UPDATE: It appears Microsoft has taken down the listing from their website.

Yesterday, Microsoft released it's first of what I'm sure will be many more commercials to come.  Take a look below.  Will you be forking over the $499 for new Microsoft Surface?

Source: Microsoft Store // The Verge