Thunderbolt 4 on Surface Dock: why is Microsoft changing its mind?
Back in the spring of 2020, Microsoft was still convinced that Surface laptops could not safely handle Thunderbolt. With the introduction of the Surface Laptop 5 and the Surface Pro 9 (Intel only), that has apparently changed. Now there is even a Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock. What has changed?
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Microsoft launches Surface Pro 9, Surface Laptop 5 and Studio 2+
Microsoft unveiled the next generation of Surface devices. The Surface Pro 9, Surface Laptop 5 and Surface Studio 2+ provide 50 to 80 percent more performance than their predecessors.
Microsoft launched the first Surface device nearly a decade ago. The model sold poorly. The tech giant cut the ... Read more
Microsoft PowerToys now runs natively on Surface Pro X and Arm PCs
The latest version of Microsoft PowerToys (0.59) allows it to run natively on Surface Pro X and other Windows Arm PCs.
Microsoft PowerToys is a suite of freeware tools and system utilities designed to improve the user experience on Windows. PowerToys has unique features that promote productivity... Read more
New Microsoft webcam costs more than 700 euros
Microsoft launches the Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera, an $800 AI camera (€727).
The Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera is available at Surface Hub resellers starting today. This is the first AI-based camera developed by Microsoft. Light is adjusted automatically, without the editing of photos and record... Read more
New Windows 11 update focuses on tablets and 2-in-1 laptops
The latest insider preview of Windows 11 includes multiple updates for 2-in-1 laptops and tablets.
Windows 11 insider previews offer an inside look at upcoming Windows updates. The latest preview focuses on 2-in-1 laptops and tablets.
First, the taskbar automatically changes to fit the tablet... Read more
Microsoft may introduce a Surface model with three displays
Upon discovering a Microsoft patent, Patently Apple concludes that Microsoft is developing a Surface device with three displays.
Website Patently Apple reports that Microsoft filed a patent with the U.S. government's patent office for a foldable device with three panels in June 2020. Recently, t... Read more
Surface Pro 8 leak confirms a 120Hz display and Thunderbolt ports
Microsoft is preparing the launch of its new Surface Pro 8 model. A leak reveals exactly what to expect. Twitter account Shadow_Leak published a photo of the Surface Pro 8 from what looks to be a retail listing. Microsoft might also introduce the Surface Go 3 tablet.
The account claims the Surfa... Read more
Linux 5.13 hits rc5, Linus Torvalds mildly concerned
The fifth Linux Kernel version 5.13 has just been released, and Linus Torvalds believes that the release will start shrinking soon
Linus Torvalds has been slightly concerned about how the releases have not calmed down yet. The rc5 is of average size, so he hopes that the releases will be shrinki... Read more
Microsoft to offer AMD CPUs in smaller Surface Laptop 4
It seems the AMD processors will also be available in the 13.5 inch models.
AMD options in the Microsoft Surface Laptop series have not been unknown in the past. Indeed, since 2019 the company has offered their 15 inch Surface 3 Laptop with an AMD processor. AMD was not, however, available in th... Read more
Leaked documents reveal key features of Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Certification submission describes salient features of the new device.
Interesting news out of South Korea arrived this week. The documents Microsoft submitted to gain that country's certification for a new 4G LTE Surface Pro 8 have been leaked. These documents provide us with a peek at what the... Read more