Microsoft just announced a compact and more
affordable version of the popular Surface for the education market. They dubbed
it as the Surface Go. The Microsoft Surface Go is a premium looking 10-inch 2-in-1
tablet/laptop with 1800 x 1200 resolution and decent specs inside. It could go
head-to-head with the Apple iPad Pro and other compact computers.
Inside, it is powered by Pentium Gold 4415Y
processor paired with at least 4GB RAM up to 8GB RAM. It also has several
storage options from 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB. Only the 64GB model has the slower
eMMc drive. All are expandable via microSDXC card slot. Microsoft also claimed that it
has up to 9 hours of battery life.
Interestingly, it will feature an 8MP back camera,
5MP selfie shooter, and Surface Connect magnetic charging and dock port. It will also have a USB 3.1
Type-C port. Initially, it will be WiFi only model, but Microsoft promised an
LTE variant in the future. The LTE variant will come with 256GB SSD storage as
well.
It will boot with Windows 10 S (for business and
education) with an option to switch to a regular Windows 10 at no cost. It measures at 8.3 mm slim and
1.15 pounds light. The Surface Go is now available for pre-order in the US and will go
on sale on August 2. Price starts at USD 399.
