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FIRST TEST MICROSOFT SURFACE LAPTOP

4 Tech specs

Screen 13.5in 2256x1504 LCD CPU Intel Core i5/i7
Kaby Lake RAM 4/8/16GB GPU HD 620 (i5),
Iris Plus 640 (i7) Battery Up to 14.5 hours of
video playback Storage 128/256/512GB
Dimensions 308x223x14.5mm, 1.25kg (i5) 1.28kg (i7)
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The most preposterous aspect of the Surface is its
design, but you’ll be surprised how much you like it

Polish the Apple A rug’s life
Stripped of its Microsoft A carpet-like material
logo, this could pass for a called Alcantara runs
MacBook Air: it’s got that around its trackpad and
same all-metal shell, is keyboard. You’ll find the
a slimline 14.48mm and same posh but easily
weighs a nimble 1.25kg. cleaned stuff in some
This is meant to be cars, and it makes for a
chucked in a backpack. surprisingly classy finish.
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Keys to success Port authority
The keys are lovely In terms of ports, you’re
and chunky, and have only treated to one
deliciously long travel. USB3.0 slot, a Mini
If you love the clickety- DisplayPort and a
clack sound you get when headphone socket, which
4 Windows shopping 5 Memory to forget cranking out words to a makes using a mouse and
deadline, the Laptop has
charging your phone at
Windows 10 S restricts you to Thanks to the apps-only that in spades. the same time a no-go.
downloading apps through the approach of Windows 10 S,
Windows Store. There’s a decent you’ll have a hard time filling
selection of apps, including BT up the Surface Laptop’s 128GB,
Sports, Instagram and Fitbit, but 256GB or 512GB SSD, especially From its carpeted aesthetic to its
iTunes, Steam and the full version if you’re already a Google Drive Windows 10 S operating system,
of Photoshop are out. or Microsoft OneDrive user.
there’s a lot that’s different about
this Surface. It’s got the apps to
get your work done, and a beaut
of a screen for Netflix. Whether you need to
Contrast could be better, but I’m not With the Kaby Lake chip, this thing is It may seem expensive, but I think to weigh up, but few premium laptops hit this
I’m tempted to upgrade to full-fat
Windows 10. I like having the option.
Battery needs recharging, but it’s
spend this much for those uses is something
done well considering my usage.
this thing is worth every penny.
super-speedy for doing work.
sweet spot quite so well. @RobLeedham
complaining too much.
STUFF SAYS
The Surface Laptop mi
ht sound
like an oddity on paper, but it’s a
unique joy to use
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