The tablet market in 2026 has settled into clear lanes: Apple’s silicon-first iPads for creators and prosumers, Android’s huge‑canvas flagships for media and artists, and Windows detachables for users who need full desktop apps — a landscape ZDNet’s roundup captures with user‑friendly picks and...
Microsoft confirmed it will stop making the Surface 3 by the end of December 2016, a move that quietly marked the end of Microsoft’s first intact push at a truly low-cost, pen-enabled Windows tablet and set the tone for how the Surface line would consolidate around higher-margin Pro devices...
Windows tablets have matured from niche experiment into a practical, diverse category that now spans rugged field tools, creative detachables, Copilot+ AI‑ready slates, and even gaming‑focused tablets — a reality captured in the 9meters roundup and borne out by vendor pages and independent...
The choice between an Android tablet and a Windows tablet has moved from a simple OS preference into a strategic decision about workflows, peripherals, and long-term value—because in 2025 both platforms offer technically excellent hardware but deliver fundamentally different experiences...
Windows tablets are no longer niche experimentations — in 2025 they’re full‑fledged productivity platforms that split cleanly into creator detachables, Copilot+ AI‑ready slates, rugged field tools, and handheld gaming machines, and PCMag UK’s latest roundup maps those categories to practical...
In 2025 the Windows tablet category stopped being a one‑horse race: Asus, Microsoft, Dell, Getac and niche rugged vendors have each sharpened their offerings so buyers can pick a detachable that truly matches how they work — whether that’s creative pen work, harsh-field data collection, or...
Samsung's Galaxy TabPro S arrived at CES as a deliberate, Surface-like answer to a shifting tablet market: a 12‑inch Windows 10 2‑in‑1 built around a Super AMOLED panel, a fanless Intel Core M chip, and a detachable keyboard with a full‑size trackpad — all packaged in a remarkably thin 6.3 mm...
Xiaomi’s Mi Pad 2 blurred the lines between Android tablets and Windows slates by shipping in two distinct software configurations: a lightweight MIUI-flavored Android model and a version that ships with the full desktop Windows 10 running on an Intel Atom x5‑Z8500. The Windows edition is not an...
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Breaking free from the Apple ecosystem is a common desire for many tech enthusiasts, especially as iPads have grown more expensive and Apple’s tightly integrated platform can feel restrictive for those who want greater flexibility, customization, or simply a different user experience...
The Surface Pro 12-inch is a compelling new entry in Microsoft’s evolving 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC lineup, signaling the company’s continued drive to cement itself at the center of premium tablet-laptop convergence. For users who have long craved the versatile freedoms a slate-style PC affords –...
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The unboxing of Microsoft’s Surface Pro 12 offers a first look into a device that aims to redefine the company’s approach to the hybrid tablet market. Unlike the flagship Surface Pro 11, the Pro 12 takes a clear turn toward greater portability and affordability, challenging Apple’s dominance in...
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When Microsoft unveiled Font Maker during the Windows 10 era, it was one of those rare releases that genuinely blended novelty with practical whimsy—yet it has faded into near-obscurity, remembered by only the most attentive members of the Windows enthusiast community. If you look for Font Maker...
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The convergence of various Start menu redesigns in Windows 11 signals a major evolution for Microsoft’s signature interface—and for the entire ecosystem of Windows users. Over several years, Microsoft has methodically teased, tested, hidden, and then re-revealed iterations of the Start menu...
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The debut of the Microsoft Surface Pro 12 (2025) marks both an evolution and a recalibration of the company’s flagship two-in-one device, introducing a new approach that straddles value, performance, and Microsoft’s ever-growing commitment to artificial intelligence. Yet for all the...
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The Windows tablet market in 2025 is a battleground for performance, productivity, and portability, with manufacturers racing to deliver versatile solutions fit for students, creatives, and professionals alike. Selecting the right tablet can mean the difference between digital frustration and...
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For more than a decade, Microsoft and its competitors have waged a quiet war for control of the tablet market, with waves of innovation, retrenchment, and occasional missteps along the way. The recent release of a pared-down Surface Pro model, coupled with persistent dissatisfaction over Windows...
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Microsoft's recent unveiling of the 12-inch Surface Pro marks a significant evolution in their Surface lineup, introducing a more compact and affordable option without compromising on performance. This new addition is particularly noteworthy for its integration of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus...
The arrival of Microsoft’s Surface Pro 12-inch 2-in-1 device marks a pivotal moment in the Surface lineup, not just for its engineering feats but for what its launch reveals about Microsoft’s evolving product and pricing strategy. The company’s decision to quietly remove the entry-level $999...
When it comes to finding the perfect balance between cutting-edge AI features, flexibility, and robust performance in a modern Windows device, Microsoft’s Surface line has consistently managed to stay in the spotlight. Now, with eye-catching discounts on both the Microsoft Surface Pro 11 and...
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Microsoft’s unveiling of the new 12-inch Surface Pro represents a decisive step in redefining the boundaries of portability, affordability, and AI-integrated personal computing in Windows devices. This latest addition to the Surface Pro family, distinguished as the thinnest and lightest Copilot+...
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