Microsoft Surface Pro 2

On first blush, the Surface Pro 2 seems to be essentially the same tablet in comparison to its predecessor.

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Microsoft has updated both its Windows 8 tablets and the Pro 2 is the big beast of the outfit, with processing power to match a desktop and improvements including a big jump in available memory an update to the operating system and improved keyboards

Samuel Gibbs: the Surface Pro 2 A powerful half-way house tablet-laptop hybrid that's improved by Windows 8.1, but is still desperately searching for an excuse to exist

Take a Haswell CPU and better integrated graphics. Add improved Touch and Type Covers. Suddenly, Microsoft's next-gen tablet is the best hybrid around.

The Surface Pro 2 is Microsoft's updated slate tablet that's improved in every performance vector. It packs ultrabook-class components into an innovative form factor with a sturdy chassis. Add in a wide range of useful accessories, and the Surface Pro 2 is the Windows 8 tablet to beat.

This slate sequel has better battery life and performance, but the thick body feels more like a Surface Pro 1.5.

In-depth review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 (Intel Core i5 4200U, Intel HD Graphics 4400, 10.6 inches, 0.9 kg) with numerous measurements, benchmarks and evaluations

Get the pros and cons, key specs, and reviews of the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 from users, Engadget editors, and other tech reviewers.

Thanks to its much-improved battery life and fast performance, the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is a compelling tablet and laptop in one device.

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