SURFACE is a new tablet PC announced by Microsoft with a bid to take on the absolute dominance of the iPad in the Tablet market.
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SURFACE will be available in two models, one equipped with a ARM processor and running on Windows 8 RT and the other featuring a Intel Core processor and running on the Windows 8 Pro operating system. The version running the Intel processor will have an additional screen cover that also functions as a keyboard. Windows 8 RT is an OS specifically designed for running tablet PCs.
The Windows 8 Pro version will feature a screen cover that functions as a keyboard. There is also a multi-touch track pad too. The keypad will be available in a variety of colours.
Though there is no official word on the availability and pricing of the
SURFACE , yet it can be speculated that the release will come before the end of the year.