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Microsoft Surface

Bottom Line

Sporting a magnesium casing, tons of ports and connections, and a brilliant, optically-bonded screen, this is one hell of a tablet that stands tall for both work and play.

Vapor Mg Casing, Full USB 2.0 Port, microHDMI, magnetic power connector

Heavier than it looks ( nevertheless it is sturdy weight), casing is prone to smudges

surfaceSize & Weight

Weight:   1.5 lbs

Display

Type:   10.6in TFT active matrix LED

Resolution:  1366×768 

Display Technology: Microsoft Clear Type

OS

OS:   Microsoft Windows RT

Build:   9400

Processor

Memory:      2GB

Processor:  Nvidia Tegra 3 Quad-Core

Storage

Flash Memory:   32 GB ( 64 GB model available)

Extra Memory:   supports microSDXC, microSD,
microSDHC . ( up to 64 GB)

Ports & Connections

connections

USB :   1x  USB 2.0

micro HDMI Port:   1 Port

microSDXC:   1 Port

Battery

Battery Capacity:   31.5 w-hr

Battery Life:   up to 8 hours

Battery Standby:   360 hours of standby

Multimedia

Camera:   Yes: ( Front @ 720p/ Back @ 720p )

Speakers:   Stereo

Headphone Jack:   3.5 mm jack Built-in

Microphone:   Built-in

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Keyboard

Type: Detachable Keyboard

Key Implementation: Raised keys on Touch Cover / Touch Keys on Type Cover

Track Pad: Multi-gesture track pad

Sensors

Accelerometer : Yes

Ambient Light Sensor : Yes

Magnetometer: Yes

Gyro Sensor: Yes

GPS: No

NFC: No

Verdict

The Microsoft Surface stands tall as a perfect tablet for both work and play.

More Info

surface.com

Images courtesy of Microsoft

Microsoft Surface Available for Pre-order at $499

Microsoft has made its Surface tablets available for pre-order, starting at $499. Surface will retail at Microsoft stores on October 26.  You can pre-order your Surface RT here.

Prices for Surface RT

  • Surface RT w/no Touch Cover, 32 GB  – $499
  • Surface RT with Touch Cover,  32 GB – - $599
  • Surface RT with Touch Cover,  64 GB  – $699

For a complete review of Surface, please see Microsoft Launches Surface (VIDEO) and Microsoft Surface vs. Apple iPad

Please note that Surface Pro will be available for pre-order soon.

Surface RT is sporting an 8 hour battery and 2Gb system memory. In comparison the iPad sports a 10 hour battery and just 1GB system memory. For more info, see surface.com

 

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Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000

Bottom Line

Undoubtedly the most advanced ergonomic keyboard available, the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000  is brimming with the latest technology breakthroughs.

First—rate comfort, Zoom Slider, Programmable Keys, Comfy Cushion Palm Rest

Pricey at around 50 bucks, No Wireless, not very portable

Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 The Specs

Compatible: USB on PC & Mac ( Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP{ no 64 bit }, Mac OS X v. 10.4-10.6x )

Keyboard Life: 1,000,000 strokes per key

Max Typing Speed: 1000 characters per minute

Zoom Slider: Yes

Slope: Enhanced Slope @ 14 degrees

Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 Ergonomic Design: Split Keyboard @ 12 degrees

Programmable Keys: Yes (21 at default; 5 hot keys)

Palm Rest:  Yes ( Cushioned Palm Rest )

Palm Lift: Yes ( Reverse Slopes at 7 degrees ) 

Lockable F Keys: Yes ( Locks to prevent accidental engagement )

What’s in the Box:

  • Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 ( keyboard )
  • Limited Warranty3-year
  • Microsoft Intellipoint Software
  • Product Guide

Model Number: Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000B2M-00012

More Info

Keyboard Shortcuts

Zoom Slider Not Working in Keyboard

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/p/natural-ergonomic-keyboard-4000/B2M-00012#details

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Windows 8 Event BUILD 2012 Sells Out in 1 Hour

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BUILD 2012, the Windows 8 conference to be hosted this November, sold out in just under an hour. Attendees were forced to sign for the Waiting List and await any available space. All the sale prices and academic discounts sold out, leaving the Full Price registration. The conference will take place on the Microsoft campus and will extensively cover Windows 8, Windows Phone, Visual Studio and Windows Azure.

If you are interested in attending this higly-anticipated event, visit www.buildwindows.com The BUILD website speaks to the surprises and treats that await attendees. See you there! Microsoft will make a Live Webcast available. We will keep you posted when the webcast becomes available.

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