Microsoft took some time at the end of their 2019 Surface Event today to show us two devices we can expect to see in time for the 2020 holiday season. I must say, they’re interesting devices.
Microsoft Surface Neo
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First up is the Surface Neo. It’s a dual-screen, 360-degree hinged tablet/laptop. It’s thin, it’ll be Arm powered and run Windows 10X. With a magnetic keyboard that can be moved around and is automatically detected by the device when it’s put on the screen, it looks to be a unique device for Microsoft who hasn’t taken a chance on a device since the original Surface Pro. There’s not a ton of detail about the tech specs on this device, but it holds promise and I’d love to use one and see if it can be a daily driver computer. Certainly it offers interesting potential for students.
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Microsoft Surface Duo
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Guaranteed to be tightly integrated with the Surface Neo, the Surface Duo is an Android powered smartphone which, at this time, foregoes a foldable screen in favor of dual 5.6″ screens and a hinge. That said, Microsoft appears to be focused on the dual-screen experience and using two screens for multiple pieces of content rather than one large tablet like screen. It’s a unique approach that should appeal to anyone who wants more real estate on their smartphone.
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We live in interesting times and it’s a brave move for Microsoft to show off future products a year from release. What if these devices change radically or never make it to market? Time will tell, but it’s a huge risk for Microsoft to throw their future creations out as virtual certainties.