

The 8th generation CPU lineup has certainly introduced a new platform of performance for ultrabooks and 2-in-1, and the Surface Pro 6 will be able to command greater computing performance. The codename of the next generation of Surface Pro 2-in-1 is Caramel and since it is going to be released next, we can expect that it will come powered by Intel’s 10nm Cannonlake processor family. A Cheaper Surface Tablet Could Also Be Introduced With the Surface Pro 6 - Microsoft Attempting to Diversify Its Product Lineup?Īpart from the Surface Pro 6, Microsoft is also said to release a cheaper Surface tablet that is going to take on Apple’s more affordable iPad solutions and featuring a starting price of $400. Perhaps Microsoft will not miss this opportunity and include one in the upcoming machine. With the release of the Surface Pro, the 2-in-1 came with a lot of missed opportunities and this included the lack of a very versatile port called Thunderbolt 3. Update: Further testing so far has revealed that the adapter does work with Surface Pro 4.Microsoft has a lot of products in the works and one of them that is going to be receiving a lot of attention is none other than the Surface Pro 6. Actual display support varies by computer specifications. USB ports provide up to 1.5A of power for bus-powered drives and device charging. Built on the Intel Evo platform with 12th Gen Intel Core processors.2Up to 15.5hours of battery life.4Adjust the angle with built-in Kickstand.Virtually edge-to-edge 13 PixelSense touchscreen designed for pen1 and Windows 11.Surface Slim Pen 21 storage and charging built right into Surface Pro Signature Keyboard.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 eGPUs not supported by M1 & M2 Mac devices. Thunderbolt 4 ports for device/drive connection provide up to 15W of power. Thunderbolt 4 is the latest generation of Thunderbolt. Macs running Thunderbolt 3 & macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 or later. That would make the Surface Connect to USB-C Adapter an even better investment for companies who have those devices. Thunderbolt 4 host port provides up to 96W of power to the host computer. It's common for companies to sell PC and laptop accessories at a premium price, e.g., Lenovo's $25 RJ-45 adapter (opens in new tab) or Dell's $60 Type-C dongle (opens in new tab).įrom that perspective, the Surface Connect to USB-C Adapter makes sense for companies who have invested in Surface Pro and Surface Laptop for the next few years.Īs of now, the Surface Connect to USB-C Adapter does not work with the Surface Pro 4 or original Surface Book, but support may come later through a firmware update if it's possible. That price tag may seem expensive, but if a business is buying in bulk, they presumably get a discount. While consumers are certainly welcomed to drop $80 if they need this accessory, it is positioned for businesses who have invested in the latest Surface Pro or Surface Laptop and who also converted to Type-C accessories and hubs in the office.

Another point of confusion is who should be buying the Surface Connect to USB-C Adapter.
