Microsoft announced one of its more significant hardware products today, a Surface tablet running on Windows 8 or Windows RT. Although the company did not release pricing or availability information, consumers will be able to pick between an ARM-powered or Intel-based Microsoft Surface with varying specifications. If you followed our live blog, but wanted to see Steve Ballmer’s excitement over Microsoft’s latest gear then you’ll want to check out the full video from the company’s event, embedded below. Highlights include demonstrations of the built-in kickstand, pen functionality, and Touch or Type covers.
Watch this: Microsoft’s Surface event video now live
If following our live blog today wasn’t enough for you, Microsoft has posted its video of its entire Microsoft Surface keynote presentation.
If following our live blog today wasn’t enough for you, Microsoft has posted its video of its entire Microsoft Surface keynote presentation.
is a senior correspondent and author of Notepad, who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years.
And if you just want to see Microsoft’s slick, dubstep-infused intro video to the new tablets, we’ve got that for you below as well.
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