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[Microsoft Surface] Talderon:
I have had a 128 Pro since launch day. I have an RT as well (well, I should say my wife has it) and we are bot very happy with the Surface. :D
[Microsoft Surface] Kraize:
I have a 64gb pro (Couldn't find the 128) and bought the 128 off of MS. Going to keep this one and return it later when I get my 128. I am quite happy with it. Although it is weird to adjust to the touch keyboard. I couldn't handle the type. It was nice, but too thick and weird when folded back. Overall, it runs like a champ. 5 sec boot. 3 sec shut down. 6+ hours when just using onenote mostly. I love it. Now, it would replace my laptop if I could just get my hands on the 128. Soon. The only thing I'm disappointed in is Chrome support for Windows 8 and touch screens. It's pretty crappy to be honest.
[Microsoft Surface] jsgiv:
I've had mine for almost a week now - still getting used to it.

I have the 128 GB version - replacing my old 2 year old Alienware M11x R1 (relegated now to my daughter for her school PC) - quite simply - the SP is what I was originally looking for when I bought the M11x.. :)

I run Office, various browsers, many other apps, as well as code on it.. doesn't miss a beat. Averages around 5-6+ hours on a single "typical" charge doing standard "productive" (which you cannot do on an Android/iPad tablet) by my estimates - less if you watch a lot of youtube/streaming videos.

Make no mistake - this *IS* a PC wrapped in a tablet format. To that end - it has some quirks in trying to accommodate both form factors - and it's very unapologetic in the way it attempts to stay the course between these 2 very different form factors. To be clear - *you* must adapt to it.. ;)

That being said - my 2 cents - it's lighter and much more portable than an ultrabook, and much more useful than the typical "consumer" driven tablets of Android/iOS...

Combine the 2 (again it doesn't give you a choice.. :P) - you have a very unique experience that you'll either immediately fall in love with - or hate.. I'll be the first to admit that it's not going to be a device for "everyone" - but I also believe that MS has a winner on their hands in the form of a truly productive, viable, and unique device that will ultimately be adopted much more widely in professional and enterprise environments than the "typical" consumer market - though I imagine it'll do quite well there as well - especially for students..

To answer your question - yes I'd recommend it and yes I'm keeping it.. :)
[Microsoft Surface] tynmanz:
I had the RT for 20 days and took it back for the pro.Would never recommend an RT for someone with similar wants and needs. I am so glad I did and the timing was perfect. It is what I wanted in a tablet/laptop.
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Still waiting here in the UK.... :/

I've got an RT and once the Pro is out I'll get one, then the one I dont like will go to the tech here at work...
[Microsoft Surface] risb577:
I have had the 128 for 6 days. So far, I am using it as a replacement for the HP envy15. I was already using windows 8 on a desktop, but windows 8 on a tablet is cool. The device gets a little warm, as I use it all day, but so far its great. You cant beat having access to legacy apps on a tablet. I cant wait for the app market to grow.
[Microsoft Surface] Hardcore73:
Love my pro

The 128 was never in stock but I have a 64 gb micro sd for storage.

This unit replaced my iPad mini and Lenovo Yoga 13.

Even though I bought it from Staples I was still able to get Microsoft complete warranty on it. Best $149 you can spend, it includes accidental.
[Microsoft Surface] x942:
Got the 64 GB with type keyboard running Ubuntu 12.10 :) loving this thing!
[Microsoft Surface] Kraize:
How'd you get the wifi drivers working on 12.10? I'm still having issues with that.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
You'll need a USB to ethernet adaptor with plug and play functionality on linux (most branded ones work I think) and then start up the tablet with the adaptor plugged in and connected properly etc. I think ubuntu then normally prompts for driver installs which it will do via the ethernet.
[Microsoft Surface] x942:
Using USB WiFi adaptor. I asked over in Ubuntu irc and they said there's a bug with the Marvell drivers and a fix is being issued. :)
[Microsoft Surface] dinan:
Picked up at 128gb pro on monday. The build quality is great, but it's just a bit heavy to use as a tablet. It's doable, but really it's better suited sitting on a desk with the stand. I was previously using a Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet 2 but it was too slow to run certain programs needed for work (large excel sheets, MATLAB, Access, etc). The battery life is as advertise - I get around 5 hours with brightness at half. I thought I'd be able to stretch it to 6 hours but there really isn't much optimizing left to do so I haven't been able to. Compared to any arm based tablet, yea the battery life is weak but really it has the specs of a real laptop and compared to the MacBook Air 11" it has the same battery life with a better screen and weighs less so it's quite a nice machine imo. I didn't think I would need the digitizer and pen but I'm finding more ways to use it and it makes for a nice addition. I kind of wish Microsoft went with a 16:10 form factor though... 16:9 tablets are really just too narrow and awkward to be used in portrait mode when holding it like a tablet.
[Microsoft Surface] lsquare:
16:10 isn't going to make it any better in portrait mode. The Surface just isn't designed to be used in portrait mode. It's awkward and Metro is optimized for landscape mode.
[Microsoft Surface] R0N1N:
There is a driver update if you do it through device manager. Can't check speeds till i get home.
[Microsoft Surface] x942:
That didn't work for me before but works now! Thanks for the info! :) its running well here :)
[Microsoft Surface] Kraize:
Can you post the file for the update?
[Microsoft Surface] Inadorel:
Had my Pro since Saturday - had to get a friend to ship it from US to UK.... 128G version with type cover to go with the RT and touch cover I already have. Can't make up my mind which one I like better - they are both great in slightly different ways.
[Microsoft Surface] arisg:
Had my 128G for about a week. Apart from one scary moment where it wouldn't turn on, it is grand. I use it for everything I used my laptop for plus the ipad. Office 2013 runs flawlessly and watching movies on it is a great experience, although volume levels are a bit low.
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
I've had mine and will be going back to the Microsoft store today. It seems that they sold me a VGA adapter for the RT (I told them repeatedly that I was buying the Pro they even went back to get one. Then the HD cable they gave me destroyed my mini display port. The good news is that the Surface still works. I hope they have the stock to make this right today. I am not freaking out over having to go back to my XOOM if they don't have the inventory to replace it. I miss my widgets anyway.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
How does a cable destroy a mini display port?
[Microsoft Surface] Race2Speed:
Picked up my 128GB Pro with Type Keyboard Friday from the Microsoft Store and this thing is awesome. Loaded up my Adobe CS5 and this machine is a beast. Everything I throw at it runs without a skipped beat. Also picked up the Microsoft Complete care for $99 to protect accidental damage.
[Microsoft Surface] jakirkla:
Had my 128 for a little over 3 weeks. I am completely enamored with it. I use it for business, taking notes during customer visits with One Note and using PowerPoint for presentations. Combined with Office 2013, nothing else compares. Absolutely the highest performance, most versatile tablet ever. Microsoft has a hit as far as I am concerned. I also bought the Complete coverage plan to protect against eventual accidents.

Get you mini display port adaptors from Monoprice. I got the VGA, DVI & HDMI adaptors for less than Microsoft is selling just the VGA one. They work great.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
You shouldn't need the official MS branded adaptors. Any mini display port to [insert socket type of choice here] should fit. Personally I would get a DVI adaptor and that's it. At home I have DVI to HDMI cables and I also have a DVI to VGA adaptor which was intended for connecting VGA displays to the DVI on my graphics card. When I have the means to connect both VGA and HDMI displays to DVI ports already it makes the most sense for me to just get the display port to DVI adaptor.

That said, I don't have a pro. I have considered it but although I need an x86 device I don't need the power of the i5 when the atom is capable of running what I need to run. An atom based surface I would consider.
[Microsoft Surface] Kraize:
Go with the Thinkpad 2 tablet then. Although, an atom processor lags. A LOT. It's almost incapable of running multiple apps at the same time and lags considerably when writing in OneNote. That is one of the major reasons I went with an i5 tablet instead of an atom.
[Microsoft Surface] vinumsv:
Yipee a Proud Owner of MS Surface Pro 128GB with Type Cover from Staples with 100$ off coupon code for 1090$ :P

Man its Awesome and runs like dream :D , I've Windows 8 Pro on my Desktop but this feels surreal ...

Already have Hyper-V installed :P
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
When I plugged it in, nothing happened. When I un plugged it, pieces of the port came out with it. The folks at the Microsoft store replaced everything. I now have new Surface and cables and everything works fine.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
port was likely already damaged then. Probably a manufacturing fault.

At least you got it all sorted though.
[Microsoft Surface] bryanhayn:
The SP is the best laptop I've ever owned and best tablet I've ever owned. I've owned a top of the line MacBook Pro Core i7 and MacBook Air (both with SSD drives), a Win7 Samsung Series 7 Core i7, the first two iPads, and Asus Transformer Prime. The SP beats them all as an all around awesome device. The only negatives are: the volume can be a bit low (remedied by using headphones) and it can be a bit awkward for use as a laptop when lying in odd positions on the couch.
[Microsoft Surface] MatthewYiu:
Surface Pro 128

This this is amazing!

I haven't purchased a PC/Laptop in almost 7 years. I do not do any heavy gaming so i really haven't had the need to upgrade.

Had the 128 for about 2 weeks now. I took it on my trip with my to Asia. Took in all the photos I took, i was even able to edit some of them using Picasa. I was able to watch 2 movies back to back on it, both Blu Ray rips avergae 5-7 gig each.

I played SimCity 5 on it all weekend and it runs it completely fine albeit having to lower some of the graphics.

I love it. The volume being a little bit low can be fixed by going in to the sound options and enabling Loudness Equalization, it makes it a little bit louder.

I also use it on the Subway everyday, it is a little bit heavy, but it really isn't that big of a deal, just lean it over you forearm. My subway ride is 45min long and i was able to hold it and watch an entire episode of top gear with out too much issue.

GET ONE!!!
[Microsoft Surface] :
Personally, after playing with the demo's at my local BB/Staples for the last couple weeks. I'll wait for a price drop.
[Microsoft Surface] LastBattle:
I'll hold off a while more until the fourth generation Intel chip is in the Surface Pro.
[Microsoft Surface] erikiksaz:
I have been using the surface pro for about a week now, and it's been brilliant.

I'm not an Apple fan, so my primary tablet was a Nexus 10, used since the day I first received it (first batch on the first launch). Everything was great with the nexus except for a few things:

1) Things are somewhat smooth, but they're still not fast. At this point it seems like with such high resolutions, the available processors/gpus are just not up to par on the ARM side of the race. The i5 in the pro however, is nearly as snappy as the i5 on my main desktop.

2) Everyday desktop tasks were a pain in the ass. I need to be able to easily search ebay, and post listings on ebay. Not so easy when you need to dig around for previously uploaded images, resize those images, upload to imgur, then to finally post them to ebay.

3) Typing. I hate typing on a touchscreen. Tried it ever since I had my rom'd Kindle Fire, my Nexus 7, and my N10. Never got used to it. But typing on the type cover is perfectly. Hell the touchpad on it beats out my 2008 Lenovo touchpad.

I'm keeping this thing. But, one haswell drops, I will sell this and upgrade.
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
I'm hoping that the delay in the UK release of the SP is something to do with Microsoft not wanting to ship a subpar device and then release a new revision of it a few months later, hopefully the delays in release elsewhere is because they are about to drop a device with Haswell and larger SSD drives..

Still, its Monday, I still have some optomism left...
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
Yup and I love it. This is exactly what I expected.
[Microsoft Surface] hal_2000:
Question

Hi, i have a few question about the pro version, what cpu type does it have ? dual-core or quad-core ? the grafic card the memory is sheared or dedicated ? how long the batery last ?

does someone with a pro can anser please, thanks.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
All of these questions are on the surface pro page on the microsoft website.

It is a 1.7ghz dual core intel core i5 mobile.

It uses the integrated intel HD4000 GPU which shares memory with the rest of the system.

Battery life is reported to be anywhere in the 4 to 6 hour range dependant on usage (I dont own one so cant share my own experience).
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
Battery is closer to 4 for me. That awesome screen comes at a price.
[Microsoft Surface] ArchTyriel:
Well everyone here sold me on it. Just got to wait for that tax cheque!
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Well they better hurry up in the UK with a release date otherwise I wont be getting one...
[Microsoft Surface] buffalosolja42:
Love Surface Pro but..

I was faced with the task of replacing my companies current tablets (which have xp). I suggested we go for a surface and the speed was absolutely amazing to them, (also faster than any of the desktop i3 with win8 I deployed). But because of size I am returning to try out the Acer with same specs that comes with a doc and keyboard. That alone would save me a ton money on looking for those items for possibly 10 tablets. Honestly I hope that let me keep the Surface it is a nice fit for me having a Transformer but I can say everything I threw at it (work wise) worked just had to adjust resolution sometimes.
[Microsoft Surface] Plazma1:
Love my Surface - but I just wish the monitor could be placed at a better angle since I'm so tall.
[Microsoft Surface] go0gle:
nice headphones ! How is the sound quality coming out of the PRO ?
[Microsoft Surface] painter_:
I got the 128 Pro about 3 weeks ago with the type cover. This thing is a beast. It has totally replaced my laptop. I use it for bot Work (Computer Engineering) and school. I do have to charge it twice a day with heavy use. I usually put it on charge about 3 hours before I leave work and at night before bed. I only complaint is the weight when trying to read on it. It will not replace my Nexus 7 for reading or quick lookups. but I really like this thing. Dual booting Ubuntu and Windows.
[Microsoft Surface] :
Surface pro number two is dead. Same issue as number one - faulty SSD. I am getting my money back at this point... Time for something else.
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
That really sucks. I hope it is just a case of bad luck, I also hope that whatever you replace it with delivers as good of a user experience. Good luck and I hope that never happens to any of us.
[Microsoft Surface] :
Well your good luck payed off!! I don't know why but it flashed the light just like last time (SSD Failure) but this time I good still boot from usb. I decided to install Windows 8 (Use ubuntu normally) and all is good now! :) I reinstalled ubuntu 4 times and all it took was one good install of windows 8 and I am back up and running. Very weird but I am glad!
[Microsoft Surface] prjkthack:
Just picked up a Surface Pro and Type cover. First one had a dead pixel or some kind of weird LCD defect, so I had to exchange it. This second one is running rather well though. Kinda impressed at all the stuff I can throw at it and it works just fine. Impressive for so much tech and power to be put into a tablet form factor.
[Microsoft Surface] :
So where are we after three, four months? How many of you use your Pro daily? How many let it collect dust? Anyone move entirely over to the Pro?

I'm almost ready to get one myself. I've been waiting for a good sale or, failing that, Haswell in June. Hoping for a refresh.
[Microsoft Surface] Linwood.Ferguson:
Two months later...

I bought the Surface primarily to be able to run Lightroom and Photoshop more conveniently in the field for photography. It works for that about 90%. The remaining 10% is the AWFUL accuracy of the stylus. One moment it's near perfect, next it's a half-inch off. But it works. It runs everything I've wanted to run in windows, it runs it fast, it runs it properly. I assume the flakey wifi will get fixed eventually but it's usable as-is, if not solid.

But the stylus is really bad and close to a deal killer.

As a daily use tablet? Bad. Hot, heavy, awkward to carry (mostly from heavy), and windows is an awful tablet O/S, both in Metro style and desktop. Works, is usable, but I'd switch to an Android any day for regular table use HOWEVER... I really don't have a problem that a tablet solves for me. I still need a laptop (docking, larger, bigger keyboard), and the tablet is a toy.

But I have/do use it to quickly process photos in the field and upload. It does what I bought it for, and does it well.

But if Microsoft can't do better it will be a lot like Microsoft Bob (for anyone with a long memory to a very brief product).
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
I use it everyday. When I am home, I use Synergy to make it another machine connected to my keyboard and mouse. When I don't feel like booting up my desktop, I just plug it into a keyboard, mouse and monitor to keep in touch with everyone and handle things. The way it works with OneNote makes it essential for me. If it had more 3d power, I'd dump my desktop. I was tempted by that Razer tablet but the screen wasn't as nice.

I love Android but it is really just a toy which is why I am getting rid of my beloved XOOM today. Sure there are many things that I would change about my Surface but it would probably also be double the price and still not be out yet.
[Microsoft Surface] wuzy:
Got mine about 2 months ago. Imported mine before it goes on sale here in New Zealand next week.

I don't think I can live without it anymore. It follow me everywhere at work. At home it's docked to a 30" display via miniDP, and a USB3.0 hub.

No other device can accomplish what it's able to do while still being so portable.
[Microsoft Surface] vinumsv:
Surface Pro 128GB + Bluestacks = No Need for Andriod Tablets unless you can spend more ;P
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Mines on order, however I cant track it or check the status of the order on the MS site as it throws up an error.

I've spoken to the chat agents and they say they can see the order and that its 7-10 days usually.

They also told me that there is nothing wrong with the website nor are there any delays, maybe I'm using the website wrong :lol:

However has anyone seen the stories about the Jap version getting Office free and it having a 256Gb drive in it, for cheaper than the 128Gb version is in the UK, talk about urinal extraction...
[Microsoft Surface] Spectre51:
Had my 64gb for a couple days now and really like it, Its nice to finally have a decent windows system that is also a tablet. I had stopped using my iPad except for maybe some light browsing on the couch or a specific app because I couldn't really get things done on it. Now the surface is my primary device because I can do everything I need on it including writing reports for work. I wish the battery life was better but even so its a great system.
[Microsoft Surface] 3devious:
Can you run Ingress while using Bluestacks? That would be awesome!
[Microsoft Surface] YamiHoshi:
I have a Surface RT and Surface Pro.

I like the Pro better, when I want to get my work done.

I like the RT better, if I don't need a heavy heater.

I'm using the same Touch Cover for both, it types really well, I only wish there were more colours than just Black, White, and Blue.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
There are magenta covers too
[Microsoft Surface] balkanboy:
Has anyone got it dual booting with a linux OS? Ubuntu or Mint?
[Microsoft Surface] YamiHoshi:
Never seen one in stores, and it's not even listed on the official site:

I would like a Magenta one, it seems cute.
[Microsoft Surface] GoodDayToDie:
Probably not terribly useful advice, but if you check then en-us version of the site (http://www.microsoft.com/surface/en-us) you'll see both red and pink (ok, magenta) Touch Covers avaialble in addition to the colors you see. You'll also see a little disclaimer:
[Microsoft Surface] YamiHoshi:
It's just America that gets the most stuff, but we're used to it here.

Many people even import everything from the States, as it's cheaper to pay $ 119 USD for a Cover, than paying € 119,- for the same Cover, plus they get everything earlier and more.

But I don't, because I might be cheaper with $ 119 USD, but every time I've ordered something from outside of Europe, I've got caught by the Customs, which adds 21% extra Tax over € 119,- + Shipping Costs (unless it comes with an invoice, then it'll be the Dollar price, and if not, Euro price).

So in other words, I guess I'll wait for the Pink one to get released here.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
The UK official site only lists the black, white and blue covers but PCWorld do have black, white, blue, blue limited editionm , magenta limited edition and red limited edition. I don't know what's so different about the limited edition versions.

While I was there, just noticed that PCWorld are also now stocking the surface pro. £720 for 64gb or £800 for the 128
[Microsoft Surface] YamiHoshi:
800 Pounds? That's just 50 Euros cheaper than I bought! (Mine was € 986,-.)
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
I think its extortionate.

More insulting is that a surface RT starts at £400 and I can get an intel atom tablet for the same price, and it will likely be better.
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Just out of interest what do you UK guys think to the Chinese 256Gb version then, conversion rates put it at about £780 with free Office 2013...

I found this out just after I had placed my order for the 128Gb Pro on the MS site (24th) its still not arrived and I have 2 guys from work out in HK at the mo, thinking bring a few back and then eBay them lol
[Microsoft Surface] mallen462:
How did you personalize you surface?
[Microsoft Surface] vinumsv:
http://www.decalgirl.com/skins/Microsoft-Surface-Pro-Skins :angel:
[Microsoft Surface] ToddKlindt:
I got my Surface skins at www.skinit.com and I'm very happy with them.

Tk
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Anyone found a decentish case/cover for the Pro in the UK yet?
[Microsoft Surface] Ryno_666:
Did you buy one yet? Chatter chatter...
[Microsoft Surface] :
Absolutely not. No Haswell.
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Stuck 8.1 preview on mine and have replaced my desktop PC at work with it, come in, power, USB3 dock and I'm away..

Just trying to sort out the Wifi problems and we're golden..