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Microsoft adds 8GB RAM Surface Pro 12 and Laptop 13 to curb price hikes
hardware18 days ago

Microsoft adds 8GB RAM Surface Pro 12 and Laptop 13 to curb price hikes

Microsoft is rolling out 8GB RAM configurations for the Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch (1st Edition) to bring prices down, with entry points at $849 and $949 and 256GB of storage. The unchanged models still use Snapdragon X Plus, and the 8GB variants don’t include Copilot+ AI features that require 16GB RAM. Windows 11 is being optimized to run on less memory, while higher-end 16GB RAM versions remain available at higher prices (about $1,499). A 60-day return window is offered for buyers testing the new configurations amid ongoing RAM/price pressures.

via Windows Central|
#8gb-ram#hardware#microsoft-surface
Snapdragon X2 upgrades light up Microsoft's Surface Laptop 8 and Pro 12, but they come at a premium
technology25 days ago

Snapdragon X2 upgrades light up Microsoft's Surface Laptop 8 and Pro 12, but they come at a premium

Microsoft has refreshed the Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 chips, delivering about 53% faster graphics and longer battery life (Laptop 8 up to 20 hours, Pro 12 up to 15.5 hours) but at higher starting prices ($1,599 for Laptop 8 and $1,499 for Pro 12). The updates bring expanded RAM options (up to 24–64 GB), a Jade color for the Laptop 8, and a Dune Flex Keyboard accessory for the Pro 12, plus improved 13– to 15-inch PixelSense Flow displays with high brightness and 120 Hz. Specs include USB-C/USB4, Wi‑Fi 7, and premium build quality. Microsoft is sweetening the deal with promos (free keyboard with certain models, free Arc Mouse with Laptop, 50% off Microsoft Complete) and trade-in offers up to $900; consumer models are available now, with business variants arriving July 14.

via Windows Central|
#microsoft-surface#pricing#snapdragon-x2
Surface Pro and Surface Laptop: Next-Gen Leaks Point to ARM and Intel Variants
technology2 months ago

Surface Pro and Surface Laptop: Next-Gen Leaks Point to ARM and Intel Variants

A leak details next‑gen Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with ARM-based Snapdragon variants for consumers and Intel Panther Lake options for business, offering OLED or LCD displays, RAM from 16–64 GB, and storage up to 1 TB; the Surface Laptop 15 may be discontinued, and prices are expected to rise ahead of a launch date that has not yet been announced.

via Notebookcheck|
#intel-panther-lake#microsoft-surface#snapdragon-x2-elite
Microsoft plans OLED Surface upgrades with a two‑stage Intel-first rollout
hardware2 months ago

Microsoft plans OLED Surface upgrades with a two‑stage Intel-first rollout

Microsoft is refreshing the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop this year with a two‑stage launch: Intel Core Ultra 3-powered models arriving in spring, followed by Snapdragon X2 variants in summer. The lineup will include OLED displays on higher‑end configurations, higher‑resolution panels, and upgraded haptics tied to Windows 11, while keeping the familiar design. RAM/storage options are expected to start at 16GB/256GB and go up to 64GB/2TB, with pricing rising and no entry‑level $599 model planned.

via Windows Central|
#hardware#intel-core-ultra-3#microsoft-surface
Microsoft shutters Surface Hub line, ending 50-inch and 85-inch collaboration displays
hardware2 months ago

Microsoft shutters Surface Hub line, ending 50-inch and 85-inch collaboration displays

Microsoft has ended production on the Surface Hub 3 and scrapped any plans for a Surface Hub 4, effectively closing the Surface Hub line of large collaboration displays. The 50-inch and 85-inch Hub 3 models remain available while stock lasts, with starting prices around $8,000 and $20,000 respectively. The devices featured a modular design with separate display and compute cartridges and offered portrait/landscape orientation, but Microsoft will only provide OS and firmware updates through the end of 2030. Going forward, Microsoft is focusing the Surface portfolio on Pro and Laptop devices, marking a shift away from these experimental, bulky collaboration displays.

via Windows Central|
#collaboration-displays#end-of-production#hardware
Surface price surge: RAM crunch pushes Microsoft’s PCs into the $1k-plus club
hardware2 months ago

Surface price surge: RAM crunch pushes Microsoft’s PCs into the $1k-plus club

Microsoft has raised prices across its Surface PC lineup due to RAM and component cost pressures, pushing midrange devices above $1,000 and flagships into the $1,499–$1,599 range. The Surface Pro 12-inch now starts at $1,049 (up from $799), the Surface Pro 13-inch at $1,499 (up from $999), the Surface Laptop 13-inch at $1,199 (up from $899), the 13.8-inch Laptop at $1,499 (up from $999), and the 15-inch Laptop at $1,599 (up from $1,299), with a top-end 15-inch model configured with 64GB RAM and 1TB SSD hitting $3,649. The move, tied to RAM supply constraints, is expected to ripple across retailers and likely persist through upcoming Surface refreshes.

via Windows Central|
#hardware#microsoft-surface#pricing-increases
Record-Low Prices on iPad Air Models in Amazon Deals
technology2 years ago

Record-Low Prices on iPad Air Models in Amazon Deals

Prices for the iPad Air 2022 have dropped to $550 for the 256GB Wi-Fi model, while the new iPad Air 2024 with the M2 chipset is available but offers less storage for a higher price. Meanwhile, several Snapdragon X laptops, including models from Microsoft, Samsung, Dell, Lenovo, and HP, are now available for pre-order, featuring various display types and sizes. Additionally, Sony is developing a PC adapter for the PlayStation VR2 headset, enhancing its compatibility.

via GSMArena.com|
#ipad-air#microsoft-surface#playstation-vr2
"Unveiling the Secrets: Google Pixel 8a and More Leaks"
technology2 years ago

"Unveiling the Secrets: Google Pixel 8a and More Leaks"

Recent leaks and rumors in the tech world include details about upcoming devices such as the Google Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, and Pixel 9 Pro, as well as the Asus Zenfone 11 and next-gen Microsoft Surface hardware. The leaked images and renders provide insights into the designs and features of these upcoming devices, including potential use of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chips. Additionally, there are updates on mobile Linux news and new Asus laptops for the education market.

via Liliputing|
#asus-zenfone#google-pixel#leaks
"Uncertainty looms over the fate of Microsoft Surface"
technology2 years ago

"Uncertainty looms over the fate of Microsoft Surface"

The future of the Microsoft Surface brand is uncertain after a slow year of updates and the departure of Panos Panay, the leader of the Surface brand. Microsoft's recent Surface hardware event focused more on AI services than the products themselves, and key products like the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop were absent from the announcements. The Surface brand has faced financial challenges, with a decline in revenue and PC sales. While it's unlikely that Microsoft will completely abandon the Surface, the brand's future may lack the same ambition and innovation that made it a significant player in the Windows ecosystem.

via Digital Trends|
#future-of-surface#microsoft#microsoft-surface