Microsoft unveils Surface devices for ‘new era’ of computing
The IndependentSign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Microsoft has unveiled a new range of Surface devices which it says marks the start of a “new era” of computing. “Today, Surface Pro 9 raises the bar again.” However, one industry expert noted that Microsoft’s upgrades appeared to be only “incremental” and aimed at keeping its product line “fresh”. Microsoft also announced the Surface Laptop 5, which Microsoft says is more than 50% more powerful than its predecessor thanks to a new Intel processor, and also comes with touchscreen support and “all-day battery life”. Commenting on the new range of devices, industry expert Ben Wood, chief analyst at CCS Insight, said: “Compared to previous years this is a relatively incremental update to Microsoft’s Surface line of products.