The Seinfeld-Gates commercials from Microsoft have already come to an end. Despite the controversy that the ads were pulled because of criticism, Microsoft and all parties involved contend that this was always the plan with the ads, saying “Jerry was contracted for three commercials and that was it.” The ad campaign is now moving on to phase two, which involves Eva Longoria Parker (among other TV stars) and the theme “I am a PC”.

With the buzz about the new campaign, many are asking why Microsoft isn’t making more of a direct rebuttal against competitor Apple, who clearly takes aim at Microsoft in its ongoing ads. The tables could easily be turned, but it isn’t necessary. Apple is rapidly growing and for good reason, but with eleven of twelve new computers running Windows, Microsoft still holds first place by a long shot. Only time will tell what will happen with these two companies.