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Surface Pro 3 Has 12" Screen, Intel Inside
crookedvulture (1866146) writes "Microsoft unveiled its Surface Pro 3 tablet at a press event in New York this morning. The device has a larger 12" screen with a 2160x1440 display resolution and a novel 3:2 aspect ratio. Intel Core processors provide the horsepower, starting with the Core i3 in the base model and extending all the way up to Core i7 in pricier variants. The tablet is just 9.1 mm thick, which Microsoft claims is the thinnest ever for a Core-based device. Microsoft developed a new radial fan that's suppose to distribute airflow evenly inside the chassis without generating audible noise. The tablet weights 800 g, shaving 100 g off the Surface Pro 2, and it's supposed to have longer battery life, as well. Microsoft has also rolled out new keyboard accessories, a pressure-sensitive stylus, and a docking station that supports 4K video output. The Surface Pro 3 is scheduled to be available tomorrow with prices starting at $799." Update: 05/20 17:12 GMT by T : Mary Jo Foley points out at ZDNet that one thing not announced today is an ARM-powered Mini version.
It doesn't just run any Mico$oft O$. It runs the latest greatest Windows 8.1 which we all know isn't nearly as bad as Windows Vista 2013 Edition.
Just a "me too" comment. Windows 8 blows. Tried to set up a new laptop for my wife, start menu replacement was the first thing that had to go on there. Active homescreen is super cool to look at for as long as it takes to try to use the laptop for anything.
Casca
Well, cherry picking numbers here, but:
SurfacePro3 - Intel® Core i5, 128 GB and 4 GB of RAM - $999
Extra - Surface Pro Type Cover $129.99
Total - $1128
MacBook Air - Intel® Core i5, 128 GB and 4 GB of RAM - $899
Keyboard included
$899 vs $1128 is 25% more.
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