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Mike from DetroitBorg provides a comprehensive review of the Microsoft Surface 3 tablet, positioning it as a more affordable and compact alternative to the Surface Pro 3. Priced at $499, the Surface 3 runs Windows 8.1 (upgradable to Windows 10) and includes a one-year Office 365 subscription. It features a 10.8-inch 1080p display, an Intel Atom quad-core processor, and comes in two models with different storage and RAM options. The tablet has various ports, a sturdy kickstand, and optional accessories like the type cover keyboard with backlit keys.
The review highlights the tablet's versatile usability with its keyboard attachment, n-trig pen support offering 256 pressure sensitivity levels, and a versatile on-screen keyboard. Camera functionality includes quick access from the lock screen, panorama, and video modes, with an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 3.5-megapixel front camera. The video recording quality is 1080p, with good color reproduction and exposure, although the auto-focus is slower in low-light conditions.
Audio performance is enhanced by its front-facing stereo speakers, and despite its bigger size, the Surface 3 is praised for its battery life and smooth performance, capable of handling multitasking and desktop-class applications. The review concludes with a recommendation for users seeking a tablet that also provides laptop capabilities, especially with the expected improvements in Windows 10.
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In this segment of the video, Mike from DetroitBorg reviews the Microsoft Surface 3, a more affordable and smaller alternative to the Surface Pro 3. The Surface 3 starts at $499, the same price as the iPad Air 2, and runs a full version of Windows 8.1, upgradable to Windows 10. It includes a one-year subscription to Office 365 and offers 64GB of storage with 2GB of RAM, or for an additional $100, 128GB of storage and 4GB of RAM. Both models are Wi-Fi only, though LTE variants will be available later. The device features an Intel Atom quad-core processor.
The unboxing reveals a well-packaged device, a power adapter with a micro USB connector, and user manuals. The Surface 3 has a 10.8-inch 1080p laminated LCD IPS display with a widescreen aspect ratio and clear visuals. The review continues to describe the physical features of the tablet, including various ports and buttons, as well as the detachable cable and wall adapter.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter details the features of the Surface 3 tablet. It has a 3.5 megapixel front-facing camera with an LED indicator, ambient light sensors, and a user-facing microphone embedded in the glass. The device boasts stereo speakers on either side. The back is made of magnesium alloy with a polished Microsoft logo and an 8 megapixel rear camera with LED indicator. The right side hosts various ports including a mini DisplayPort, USB 3.0, micro USB 2.0 for charging, headphone jack, and a microSD card slot. It also features a sturdy kickstand with three fixed positions, a keyboard dock with strong magnets, and connection slots for the keyboard. The presenter unboxes the Surface 3 type cover, an optional accessory, highlighting its backlit QWERTY keyboard and mechanical keys, which magnetically attach and are powered by the Surface 3.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the features and usability of a keyboard and its integration with a tablet. The keyboard has a felt-covered palm rest and two usage positions: lying flat for desktop use and magnetically attached to the display bezel for lap stability. Though the keyboard is similar to laptop keyboards with large, flush keys, the trackpad’s small surface and less sensitive multi-touch features, such as two-finger scrolling, can be problematic. There’s also an issue of the trackpad rattling.
When folded back, the keyboard disables itself, and it exposes the camera for continued use. The tablet supports the same n-trig pen technology as the Surface Pro 3, offering 256 pressure sensitivity levels and palm rejection. It has a versatile on-screen keyboard with different modes, including a split key mode for easier thumb reach, and a handwriting option.
The camera app allows quick access from the lock screen, includes panorama and video modes, and offers various functions like snapping photos during video recording and adjusting exposure and focus by tapping the screen. The tablet features an 8-megapixel camera, providing decent color reproduction and exposure, though it takes some time to focus.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on evaluating the video quality, audio performance, and overall features of a device. The video records in 1080p at 30 frames per second with continuous autofocus, although it performs slower in low-light conditions. The color reproduction and exposure are noted as being accurate and vibrant. The device has front-facing stereo speakers, unlike the iPad Air 2 with side-facing speakers, which enhances the audio quality.
The LG Watch Urbane, a high-end Android Wear device priced comparably to the entry-level Apple Watch Sport, is introduced. Performance metrics from Geekbench 3 are mentioned, comparing it with other devices like the iPad Air 2. The video also reviews the Surface 3, highlighting its compact form, full keyboard, and competitive pricing. It runs a full version of Windows smoothly even with 2GB of RAM, offering flexibility for multitasking and desktop-class apps. Battery life and performance are praised, despite noting the device’s larger size and dual-interface operating system, which is expected to improve with Windows 10. The video concludes with a recommendation for Windows users seeking a tablet with laptop capabilities.