Microsoft has just unveiled its own-branded Windows 8 tablets called the Surface, in an media event in Los Angeles. Two models were announced by the Redmond-based company. They are Surface for Windows RT and Surface for Windows 8 Pro.
Let’s take a look at the features and specifications for both the tablets.
Surface for Windows RT tablet
- Processor: NVIDIA Tegra-based ARM chip
- Weight: 676 grams
- Thickness: 9.3 millimeters
- Display: 10.6-inch ClearType HD capactive touchpanel
- Battery: 31.5Wh
- I/O: microSD, USB 2.0, Micro HD Video, 2×2 MIMO antennae
- Software: Windows RT + Office Home & Student 2013 RT
- Accessories: Touch Cover, Type Cover, VaporMg Case & Stand
- Capacity: 32GB / 64GB
- Availability: “Around” the Windows 8 launch (fall 2012)
- Pricing: To be determined
Surface for Windows 8 Pro tablet
- Processor: Intel Core i5 (Ivy Bridge)
- Weight: 903 grams
- Thickness: 13.5 millimeters
- Display: 10.6-inch ClearType Full HD (1080p) capactive touchpanel
- Battery: 42Wh
- I/O: microSDXC, USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort, 2×2 MIMO antennae
- Software: Windows 8 Pro
- Accessories: Touch Cover, Type Cover, VaporMg Case & Stand, Pen with Palm Block
- Capacity: 64GB / 128GB
- Availability: “Three months after” the Windows 8 launch this fall
- Pricing: To be determined
The Windows 8 Surface tablet comes with an integrated kickstand and a 3mm thin, pressure sensitive cover, called the Touch Cover. The Touch Cover has a fully functioning keyboard and trackpad. Once attached to the tablet, you will get yourself a fully fledged netbook.
Here’s a video on the Surface by Microsoft.
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For more information on Windows 8 Surface tablets, visit the official page at Microsoft.
