Microsoft unveils Surface Pro 3 tablet to replace your laptop

Microsoft Surface Pro 3As expected, Microsoft today unveiled the Surface Pro 3 tablet at its New York event. Billed as the “tablet that can replace your laptop,” it builds on the Surface 2 Pro with a number of innovations and improvements. Sadly, there was no sign of the expected Surface mini tablet.

“So many people carry both a laptop and a tablet but really want just one device that serves all purposes,” said Panos Panay, corporate vice president, Microsoft Surface. “Surface Pro 3 is the tablet that can replace your laptop — packing all the performance of a fully powered laptop into a thin, light and beautifully designed device. You’ll love being able to carry a single device for your next class, workday or weekend getaway knowing you have all the power you need.”

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It sports a larger 12.0-inch display as well as a new friction-hinge that can be positioned at any angle from zero to 150 degrees.

Microsoft Surface Pro 3

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 specifications:

  • Processor: Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 configurations
  • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro
  • Cellular connectivity: None
  • Other connectivity: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 LE
  • Display: 12.0-inch (2160×1440) ClearType
  • RAM: 4GB or 8GB LPDDR3
  • Internal storage: 64GB/128GB/256GB/512GB
  • External storage: MicroSD cards
  • Rear-facing camera: 5MP
  • Front-facing camera: Yes
  • Connectors: 3.5mm audio jack, USB 3.0 port, Mini DisplayPort, Cover Port, charging port
  • Sensors:Ambient light, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer
  • Dimensions: 292.1 × 201.4 × 9.1 millimeters
  • Weight: 800 grams
  • Colours: Silver
  • Other: Magnesium casing

The new stylus promises far better control and integration with apps such as OneNote. Microsoft also worked with partners to offer Surface Pro 3 optimized apps such as Adobe Photoshop and an exclusive New York Times crossword puzzle app.

Microsoft also unveiled a number of new accessories for the Surface Pro 3. Among them is the Surface Pro Type Cover which features a double-fold hinge to magnetically lock it to the display’s lower bezel, giving it more stability.

Microsoft Surface Pro 3

 

The Surface Pro 3 will go on pre-order tomorrow starting at US$799. For that price, the Surface Pro 3 will come with an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. At the top end, the Surface Pro 3 with Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage will cost US$1,949. The Surface Pro Type Cover will sell for US$129.99.

It will launch in both Canada and the U.S. on June 20 with additional markets to follow later this summer.



Source : Microsoft Surface Blog