Microsoft has entered the laptop market for the first time, launching its highly anticipated and innovative laptop, the Surface Book. Distinctly different from the tablets we’ve become accustomed to, the Surface Book, as showcased in the video above, presents fresh, unexpected features and an exciting design innovation.
The Surface Book sets itself apart through its key features, which include:
– An Intel Core i5 or i7 processor, capable of powerfully driving the demanding software and tasks.
– A unique keyboard equipped with a graphics processing unit (GPU) to enhance overall device performance.
– An impressive battery life that can last up to 12 hours, designed for the modern user’s lifestyle.
– Generous memory and storage of up to 16GB of RAM and a vast 1TB storage.
One component garnering considerable attention is the GPU-integrated keyboard. This ingenious design choice seeks to boost the overall laptop performance not just by enhancing performance, but also by conserving battery life, storing up to 75% of it.
The 13.5-inch laptop hits sales on the 26th of this month, with prices beginning at $1,499. A fact worth noting is that the monitor is detachable and boasts pen and touch capabilities.
The comparison to Apple’s recently launched iPad Pro is inevitable. The familiar iPad is now accompanied by a smart keyboard, externally powered by the iPad Pro itself, lacking any internal batteries, and sports a fiber connectivity cover.
Adding to the Surface Book excitement, Microsoft also announced the Surface Pro 4, an upgrade from the Surface Pro 3. The Pro 4 offers users up to 1TB storage and 16GB of RAM, proportions that compete directly with the specifications of the Surface Book. For a more detailed comparison, users can check the breakdown available on the Microsoft site.
Microsoft didn’t limit their unveiling to the laptop category. The tech giant also introduced two new Lumia phones into their range, the Lumia 950 and Lumia 950XL. This announcement comes only a few months after Microsoft announced significant job cuts throughout the company, with the phone unit being hit the hardest.
The new Lumia 950 and 950XL can be defined as mobile Windows 10 computers, demonstrating Microsoft’s efforts to harmonize its product lines. These devices can be connected to a monitor, mouse, and keyboard, allowing users to maintain productivity in a diverse range of settings. Both devices also boast 4K video capturing capabilities and advancements in stabilizing technology to ensure smooth recordings, even in shaky hands.
In conclusion, these new devices from Microsoft, represent a significant advancement for the company in diversifying and enriching its product range while pushing boundaries of technological innovation. These new releases are all scheduled to hit the markets soon and based on Microsoft’s reputation, they are expected to perform impressively both in sales and functionality.
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