As 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.”
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 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.
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