Microsoft has announced two new additions to its Surface line of devices: the Surface Laptop Go 3 and the Surface Laptop Studio 2. The company revealed the new laptops during a Windows event in New York City, where it also showcased Windows 11 and other products.
Surface Laptop Go 3: a portable and powerful laptop
The Surface Laptop Go 3 is the successor to the Surface Laptop Go 2, which was launched in late 2020. The new laptop features a 12.4-inch touchscreen display, a fingerprint reader, and a choice of 12th-gen Intel Core i5 or i7 processors. Microsoft claims that the new laptop is 88% faster than its predecessor, thanks to the Intel Evo platform and Iris Xe graphics.
The laptop weighs less than 2.5 pounds, making it ideal for on-the-go users. It also boasts up to 15 hours of battery life, Dolby Atmos-tuned speakers, and dual Studio microphones. The laptop comes in three colors: platinum, sandstone, and ice blue. The Surface Laptop Go 3 starts at $799 and will be available for pre-order from today. It will start shipping on October 3.
Surface Laptop Studio 2: a versatile and creative laptop
The Surface Laptop Studio 2 is the second generation of the Surface Laptop Studio, which was introduced in 2019 as a hybrid of a laptop and a tablet. The new laptop has a 14.4-inch touchscreen display that can be adjusted with a Gravity Hinge to switch between different modes: laptop mode, stage mode, and studio mode. In studio mode, the display can be lowered to a comfortable angle for drawing or writing with the Surface Pen.
The laptop is powered by an 13th-gen Intel Core H-class processor, with optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics. It has two USB-C/Thunderbolt 4 ports, one USB-A port, and a microSD card reader. It also supports Vision IQ, a feature that adapts the display settings based on the ambient light. The laptop meets Secured-core PC standards with Windows 11.
The laptop is designed for creative professionals who need high performance and versatility. It can handle tasks such as 3D design, video editing, gaming, and more. The Surface Laptop Studio 2 starts at $1,999 and will be available for pre-order from today. It will start shipping on October 3.
Microsoft’s vision for the future of computing
The new Surface laptops are part of Microsoft’s vision for the future of computing, which is centered around Windows 11. The company’s CEO Satya Nadella said that Windows 11 is “the most significant update of Windows in over a decade” and that it will enable “a new era of personal productivity and creativity”.
Windows 11 will offer a redesigned user interface, improved performance, enhanced security, and better integration with Microsoft’s cloud services and apps. It will also support Android apps through the Amazon Appstore and offer a new Microsoft Store with more apps and games.
Microsoft also announced other products during the event, such as the Surface Pro X with Wi-Fi only option, the Surface Pro Adaptive Kit for accessibility, the Surface Slim Pen 2 with haptic feedback, and the Surface Duo 2 smartphone with dual screens.
