Microsoft released new Windows apps
Tech giants like Apple and Google announced their new products and technologies at recent events. This time, the name of Microsoft has been added to this list. Last night Surface Laptop 5, Surface Pro 9, Surface Studio 2+, Microsoft announced these new products. Along with the brand-new Microsoft 365 app, Microsoft has also introduced some new work-from-home accessories. Besides, Apple TV app is coming to Windows. Apple iCloud photos can be used! Let's know about these new products of Microsoft.
Surface Laptop 5
Compared to the previous generation, several changes can be
seen on the Surface Laptop 5. However, as before, the new Surface Laptop will
be available in 13.5-inch and 15-inch sizes. The small size Surface Laptop 5
will be available in Sage and Sandstone colors, in addition to Platinum and
Matte Black colors, both size variants will be available.
But there is no update in terms of ports on the new Surface
Laptop, here you will get a USB-A port, a 3.5 mm. Earphone jack, a Surface
Interface port, and a USB-C port. There is Thunderbolt 4 support, as a result
of which 4K monitors can be connected and large files can be transferred at a
better speed.
Both sizes of the new Surface Laptop have 12th generation
Intel processors – the 13-inch model will be available with i5 and i7, and the
17-inch model will only be available in the i7 processor variant. The Surface
Laptop five begins off evolved in $1,000.
Surface Pro 9
Last year's Surface Pro 8 model comes with a big upgrade,
the model comes with a better camera, Thunderbolt 4 ports, Slim Pen 2 support,
etc. In addition to these features, this year's Surface Pro 9 model has also
added the opportunity to choose your favorite from two versions. There is a
choice of 12th generation i5 or i7 processor variants. There is also a 5G model
powered by Qualcomm's Microsoft SQ3 chip. The device will be available in
several colors.
However, Microsoft said that if you take the Intel model,
it will have 50% more powerful performance than last year. However, battery
life is relatively good on the 5G model. According to the information provided
by Microsoft, the 5G variant offers 19 hours of battery backup, while the Intel
variant can last up to 15.5 hours. Surface Pro 9 prices start at $1,000.
Surface Studio 2+
Almost 4 years after the release of Surface Studio 2, the
new Surface Studio is finally here, the new model is called Surface Studio 2+.
Basically, it will work as an all-in-one PC for graphic designers. Externally,
it is similar to the previous version, but the port has been upgraded. Here you
will find 4 USB-C/Thunderbolt ports, two USB-A ports, headphone jack and
Ethernet connector. Besides, there is external display support by which Surface
Studio 2+ will support 3 4K UHD monitors with 60Hz refresh rate.
Big changes have also come with the hardware of the new
model. Surface Studio 2+ will run on Windows 11 Pro alongside an 11th
generation Intel Core i7-11370H processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 graphics
card. Microsoft claims 50% faster CPU performance and double graphics output
compared to previous devices. Microsoft will sell the Surface Pen, Surface
Keyboard and Surface Mouse as a bundle with the Studio 2+. The Surface Studio
2+ will start at $4,500.
Other accessories
In addition to the mentioned products, Microsoft has
announced some other products. Let's take a brief look at the rest of the
products.
Presenter+: This Bluetooth device will be used to show
presentations using Microsoft Teams. It can be used to mute and unmute sound,
as well as join meeting rooms. Any action in Microsoft Teams can be customized
with dedicated buttons. Presenter+ costs $80.
Audio Dock: The Microsoft Audio Dock features a 15-watt
woofer and 8-watt tweeters, speakers, microphone, and a computer charger all
wrapped up in a sleek design. In addition to the four ports, there are two
monitor connectors. Also has a noise reduction mic. The price of the audio dock
will be 250 dollars.
Adaptive Accessories: Microsoft has also announced several
adaptive accessories for the convenience of people with limited mobility. It
includes an adapted mouse, programmable buttons and a hub to connect wirelessly
to a computer.
Microsoft 365
Microsoft has brought innovations not only in terms of
hardware, but also in terms of software. Microsoft 365, Microsoft Edge and Bing
have a new creator feature. Microsoft 365 includes the new Microsoft Designer
app that can be used to create graphics, invitations, digital postcards, and
more. Powered by Open Ai’s DALL-E 2, this app will generate images and designs
for you. Besides, this feature will also be available integrated with Microsoft
Edge. Bing also has access to a similar tool called Image Creator.
Added a video editor called Clipchamp that can be used in
the browser on Windows 11. Microsoft bought this company in 2021. Basically,
Microsoft has made a great effort to create a separate customer base by
bringing all the tools needed by creators within reach.
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