http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/microsoft-surface-pro-2/4505-3126_7-35827901.html
I reviewed this article above and was surprised to see the cost has not dropped.
Why they seem to be wasting so much energy on a new kickstand is beyond me.
Disappointed,
Joshua
Haswell processor, better keyboard, extended battery life.... I dunno. Looks pretty sweet to me.
The fact that everyone seems to salivating over the new kickstand is humorous to me.Overpriced still.
MS Surface Pro 2 Specs:Windows 8.1 Pro with one-month trial for new Microsoft Office 365 customers10.81" x 6.81" x 0.53", 2 lbsVaporMg casing, Dark Titanium colorStorage 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GBDisplay 10.6" ClearType Full HD display, 1920 x 1080p, 16:9 (widescreen)10-point multitouchPen input and pen (included with purchase)Pen digitizer features 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivityCPU Fourth-generation Intel Core i5-4200U (1.6 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost up to 2.6 GHz) with Intel HD Graphics 44004 GB or 8 GB of RAM -- dual-channel LPDDR3 TPM 1.2 (Trusted Platform Module - for Bitlocker Encryption)Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 4.0 low energy technologyBattery 42 W-h. 48W charger (including 5W USB for accessory charging)Cameras and A/V 720p HD front- and rear-facing cameras Stereo speakers with enhanced signal processingPorts: Full-size USB 3.0, MicroSDXC card slot, Headset jack, Mini DisplayPort, Cover portSensors: Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, MagnetometerMS Surface 2 Specs:10.81" x 6.79" x 0.35" Less than 1.49 lbs VaporMg- Magnesium (Silver)32 GB; 64 GB storage10.6" ClearType Full HD display, 1920 x 1080p, 16:9 (widescreen)5-point multitouchNVIDIA Tegra 4 (T40) 1.7GHz quad core 2 GB of RAMWi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 4.0 low energy technologyUp to 10 hours of video playback, 7-15 days idle life3.5MP front-facing camera, 5MP rear-facing camera with 1080p video captureStereo speakers (digitally enhanced for fuller sound) Two microphones (with noise cancellation)Ports: Full-size USB 3.0, MicroSDXC card reader , Headset jack, HD video out port, Cover portSensors: Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer
As this is a Logos forum (surprise) I wonder if anyone in development will re-examine RT now or if they will revamp their Windows support for this new hardware in any way?
An announcement from a hardware company doesn't mean anyone will actually buy the said hardware.
Surface Pro 2 looks very impressive to me. It seems to have all it needs to run Logos 5 on a tablet, and that is exciting. In fact, I would gladly dump my iPad for it.
Of course, that is just me.
As this is a Logos forum (surprise) I wonder if anyone in development will re-examine RT now or if they will revamp their Windows support for this new hardware in any way? An announcement from a hardware company doesn't mean anyone will actually buy the said hardware.
I really question that Windows RT will ever sale, but the Surface Pro 2 is another story. I am sure excited about a table that can run Logos 5 well.
I do not have 1K to spare for any of the Surface Pro machines....RT is pointless...it wont run full Logos.
I confess Father God (and in front of all my fellow Christian post-ers)....I have spent way too much time/energy/hope on all of this.
Forgive me Lord. You never had or needed a SP2 either. Help me live, learn, and love more.
Amen.
Glory to God....Jesus Lead On! /Josh
Considering Surface Pro 2. I agree with Michael looks good option for Logos 5. It may be a little pricey, but I think compares more than favorably with iPad Air in terms of specs. Anyone been using Logos 5 on Surface Pro 2 care to comment on your experience?
Surface Pro 2 looks very impressive to me. It seems to have all it needs to run Logos 5 on a tablet, and that is exciting. In fact, I would gladly dump my iPad for it. Of course, that is just me.
Of course this is an opinion like all the others here, but the Surface RT in 32GB @ $449 is currently sold out on Microsoft's online store...link. It seems that those willing to post a review on the Microsoft site are very complimentary. The suite of built-in apps is very nice and well-rounded. If you use Microsoft Office as your primary productivity tool you have it installed here. As an iPad user and having used the mobile and web versions of both Apple and Microsoft office products, my opinion is that Microsoft is more mature, full featured. The Apple versions are nice, but using Microsoft Office at work and at home and at school makes my choice really simple.
I think there is a lot going for the upgraded Microsoft Surface products...hardware and software. Will it make a dent in the tablet market dominated by Apple and various Android products? Probably not.
When it comes to selecting my next tablet there is a lot more to consider than the first time around. Microsoft is making a good run at it.
[:)]
P.S. I realize everyone knows this already but I should have full disclosure ... I am biased in that I purchased a very modest Windows 8 HP laptop earlier in the year, spending a third less than many other options, and am extremely pleased with its stability and performance at home and at school.
