Two tablets were unveiled, one powered by Windows RT,featuring an ARM processor inside, and another sporting Windows 8 Pro, which is based on a third-generation Intel Core processor. With Windows 8, Microsoft managed to reinvent Windows, through bringing a set of optimizations for use on touch devices, and through packing the platform with all the features that users need today to stay connected at all times, while enjoying great performance on their PCs.
It was designed in line with the same
vision on which Windows 8 was based,
aimed at enabling productivity,
creativity, and entertainment.
At only 9.3mm,
the tablet is thick
enough to enable
the addition of a
USB 2.0 port. It
sports a
magnesium case,
and it was created using a unique
approach called VaporMg (pronounced
Vapor-Mag).
Surface comes with edges angled at 22
degrees, which according to Microsoft,
reflect a natural position for the PC at rest or in active use.
For increased usability and protection,Surface also comes with a 3mm Touch Cover.It packs a unique pressure-sensitive technology, so that it can sense keystrokes as gestures, for faster typing than on a touchscreen.
Featuring 10.6" ClearType HD Display and Full HD Display,respectively,Surface for Windows RT and Windows 8 Pro are meant to take not only on high-end tablet PCs, but also on ultra-light notebook PCs available on shelves today.
