Microsoft could be looking to make a splash with Windows 11-capable Surface PCs, and a next-gen Surface Duo phone at the Surface event 2021.
Microsoft’s next Surface event is set to be held on September 22. The showcase is bound to be more important than most for the Redmond giant for the simple reason that Windows 11 is launching on October 5. The company needs showcase hardware for its latest OS, and indeed at least four new Windows devices are expected, along with the next Android-based Surface Duo. Here’s how to watch, and some of the rumors surrounding the whole lineup. What time is the Surface event? The livestream kicks off at 8AM Pacific time. For convenience, here’s when some other major cities/time zones can tune in: How can I watch the Surface launches? There will be two main ways to watch: Microsoft’s event page, or the Surface YouTube channel. The Surface Pro 8 is probably the most anticipated Surface product. The Pro 7 dates back to October 2019, and since the series represent the core of the Surface universe, they’re often where Microsoft brings its A-game. According to The Verge, the Pro 8 will move to a bigger display with smaller bezels, making it more competitive with Apple’s iPad Pro as well as other touchscreen PCs. The current Pro 7 has a 12.3-inch panel, that’s still smaller than the 12.9 inches on the top-of-the-line iPad Pro. GSMArena claims that Microsoft is updating to a 13-inch,120Hz panel, and could start pricing at $800. The Surface Pro series is where Microsoft brings its A-game. Microsoft is further rumored to be adding Thunderbolt on at least one Pro 8 model, and possibly dropping USB-A.
