We’ve been talking about the upcoming second generation Surface tablets for quite awhile already. Tomorrow September 23, the wait will be over as Microsoft is expected to announce Surface 2 (successor of Surface RT) and Surface Pro 2 in an event in New York.
Below the expected (but unconfirmed) specifications for Microsoft Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, courtesy of Windows SuperSite.
Microsoft Surface 2
Codename: Surface RT 2
Platform: Next-generation Tegra processor
Screen: 10.6-inch, ClearType Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Battery: Up to8 hours
Weight: 1.5 pounds
Thickness: .37 inches
Key features: Windows RT 8.1, new white color, VaporMg casing, integrated two-position kickstand, ClearType Full HD display, front- and rear-facing cameras, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi 802.11, full-sized USB 3.0 port, micro-SD expansion up to 64 GB, HD video-out port, includes Office Home & Student 2013 RT (with Outlook RT).
Microsoft Surface Pro 2
Platform: 4th generation Intel Core i5
Screen: 10.6-inch, ClearType Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Battery: Up to7 hours
Weight: 2 pounds
Thickness: .53 inches
Key features: Windows 8.1 Pro with full desktop app compatibility, choice of RAM and storage options, VaporMg casing, integrated two-position kickstand, ClearType Full HD display, front- and rear-facing 720p LifeCam cameras, digital Pro Pen, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi 802.11, full-sized USB 3.0 port, micro-SD expansion up to 64 GB, HD video-out port. (Does not include Office.)
Pricing and Availability
According to Cnet, Surface 2 tablets will most probably hit markets sometime after the public availability of Windows 8.1. The Windows 8.1 will make its debut on October 18.
As for pricing estimation, Microsoft Surface 2 will start at $500 for 32GB model, $600 for 64GB. Meanwhile, Surface Pro 2 will retail at $900 for 64GB version. 128GB, 256GB and 512GB models available at $1,000, $1,300 and $1,700 respectively.
