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Best Buy Black Friday 2014 Tech Deals Revealed: Here Are Our Favorite Ones

Ben Reid·November 17, 2014

Thanksgiving is almost here, but while many will be indulging in copious amounts of food and drinks next week, tech fans will be looking to score some deals on what is known as Black Friday. Sure, it's not just retailers of consumer electronics that come through with some delicious offers, but with the follow-up of Cyber Monday, next week is sure to bring massive savings on everything from iPhone apps to PlayStations. Whether you've decided to treat yourself or wish to get your holiday gifts in early, there are plenty of offers to go around, and below, we'll point you in the right direction.

Microsoft Airs New Surface Pro 3 TV Ad For Holidays, Bashes MacBook Air [Video]

Zayed Rehman·November 17, 2014

The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is an exceptional hybrid PC with very powerful specs - something that can be easily compared to some of the latest ultrabooks out these days, and the Xbox maker badly wants to make this clear to everyone out there. In its latest bid, Microsoft has compared its potent spec’d device to Apple's MacBook Air, but with a Christmas theme this time around as the holiday shopping season inches near.

PR Fail: CNN Uses Surface Pro 3 On Air As A Kickstand For… iPad [Photo]

Oliver Haslam·November 6, 2014

The Highest Paid NFL Player Thinks Surface Pro 2 Looks Like A ‘Knockoff iPad’

Zayed Rehman·October 15, 2014

We’re pretty sure at this point that we won't be seeing Jay Cutler - the Chicago Bears’ quarterback - anytime soon in a Microsoft TV ad. The highest paid player in NFL right now, commenting on the Microsoft Surface Pro 2, chose the words "knockoff iPads" to describe his impressions of the device. So much for Microsoft touting the tablet as one the most productive and professional tablet in the world.

Microsoft Universal Mobile Keyboard Announced: Works With Any Smartphone Or Tablet

Paul Morris·September 17, 2014

How would you feel about one single keyboard accessory that works with your smartphone or tablet, regardless of the platform that powers it? Microsoft has today introduced its new "Universal Mobile Keyboard" that can function with Apple iPads, iPhones, Android powered smartphones and tablets as well as all Windows based tablets that contain Bluetooth Human Interface Device support (HID) and are 10mm or thinner.

Microsoft Releases 3 New TV Ads Comparing Surface Pro 3 To The MacBook Air [Video]

Ben Reid·August 12, 2014

Surface Pro 3 Launching In 25 More Countries, Here’s The Complete List

Oliver Haslam·August 7, 2014

Quite how well Microsoft's third attempt at the Surface is doing still remains a bit of a mystery, but with the Surface Pro 3 it's believed that the company may actually be onto something this time around. Already available in the United States, Canada and Japan, Microsoft is set to bring its latest tablet to a further 25 markets at the end of this month, making it available to pre-order right now.

Surface Pro 3 Vs Surface Pro 2 – Side-by-Side Visual Comparison [Photos]

RP Staff·July 19, 2014

Microsoft might have spent most of this year's BUILD developers conference discussing future software endeavors, but the company also took the opportunity to take the wraps off the Surface Pro 3. Despite its pedigree, it's fair to say that against the likes of the Apple iPad, the Surface line-up in general has its work cut out, but here, we pit the latest and greatest Microsoft slate up against the Surface Pro 2, in an attempt to assess how far the software giant has come along.

Console OS To Bring Full-Blown Android To Surface Pro 3 [Video]

Ben Reid·July 9, 2014

Microsoft To Use ‘Nokia By Microsoft’ Branding For Upcoming Devices, Ditching Surface Brand

Ben Reid·June 28, 2014

As most of you will be aware, Microsoft's deal to acquire Finnish telecommunications outfit Nokia was recently given the rubber stamp of approval by the relevant bodies overseeing such takeovers, and even though ties between the two firms have been fairly close for years now, the software giant has gradually been integrating Nokia's staff and product lines with its own business model. As a part of this ongoing process, Microsoft is said to be on the cusp of licensing the iconic Nokia brand, and according to leaked info, may opt for "Nokia by Microsoft" labeling on its smartphone line-up.

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Announced: Specs, Price, Release Date [Videos]

Ben Reid·May 20, 2014

The blogs and various social media channels have been speculating for quite some time about what Microsoft's special Surface event in New York City would reveal this morning, and now, we finally have the details. The Surface Pro 3 is its name, and Microsoft is touting its thinner, faster and more powerful slate as the "tablet that can replace your laptop." For a full run-through of the hardware, display and accessories, join us after the fold!

Surface Mini Set For Unveiling On May 20th In NYC

Uzair Ghani·May 6, 2014

Samsung’s Latest TV Ad Trashes Every Other Tablet In The Market [VIDEO]

Ben Reid·March 20, 2014

Apple-bashing from Samsung is nothing new, particularly given the ongoing court hearings between the two relating to supposed theft of patented technologies, but in a rare treat, the Korean outfit has taken a swipe at Apple, Microsoft and Amazon in one fell swoop with its latest Galaxy Pro Series Ad. The Galaxy Tab Pro and Galaxy Note Pro, which Samsung was heavily pushing at Mobile World last month, offer quite a few features built with the power user in mind, and with the advertising machine in full flow, the company has wasted no time in having a swipe at the Apple iPad, Amazon Kindle Fire and Microsoft Surface for their respective shortcomings.

Surface Power Cover For Microsoft Surface Gets A Release Date, Boosts Battery Life Up To 70%

Paul Morris·March 12, 2014

Fans of Microsoft's Surface tablet have been waiting patiently for additional news about the new Surface Power Cover. The interesting new accessory was originally teased back at the end of the third quarter last year, but there's been relatively little buzz about the product in the time that has followed. The original speculation suggested that Microsoft had every intention of releasing the powerful new cover alongside the second-generation Surface hardware, but for a number of reasons that plan didn't come to fruition. Still, all good things come to those who wait, and we can now welcome in some additional details about the cover, including a release date and price.

Tired Of Apple, Microsoft Turns Its Attentions To Picking On Samsung Instead [VIDEO]

Oliver Haslam·December 1, 2013

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