Microsoft updates Intel-based Surface PCs, but regular people still can't buy them
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Microsoft has introduced new Surface PCs powered by Core Ultra CPUs and Intel Arc graphics, available with various RAM and storage options. The devices come without specific pricing, reflecting their business-centric nature. Additionally, a new Surface USB4 Dock priced at $200 accompanies the launch, allowing connections for external displays. The support for x86 applications through the Prism translation layer remains critical for businesses, as many rely on legacy software incompatible with ARM processors, highlighting the need for Intel-based devices in today’s market. There's also a push for making these devices available to the wider consumer market.
Microsoft is launching new Surface devices with four types of Core Ultra CPUs, integrated Intel Arc graphics, and an optional $200 USB4 Dock.
Companies with a history of using x86 software face compatibility issues with ARM, necessitating the continued production of Intel-based Surface devices.
Microsoft's x86-to-Arm app translation layer, Prism, runs legacy apps but compatibility challenges persist, affecting organizations with specialized software and hardware investments.
While Microsoft targets businesses with these devices, there is a call for offering x86 Surface PCs to the general public, catering to enthusiasts.
Read at Ars Technica
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