Read this: Answers about the Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2, including LTE version

Panos Panay and the Surface team just wrapped up their AMA on Reddit. The Q&A session had hundreds of questions nigh the new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2. Nosotros've collected some of the more interesting answers and factoids into a handy, piece of cake-to-digest bullet bespeak list. Enjoy!

Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2 exercise not support connected standby. (Source)
Surface Pro 2 features Intel 4400HD graphics. (Source)
Surface Pro will work with new Docking Station. (Source)
Surface Pro 2 uses the Haswell Intel Core i5-4200U as processor. (Source)
Surface Pro two will back up dual external displays at 2650 10 1600 forth with the internal brandish. DisplayPort one.2 on the Surface Pro 2 allows for daisy chaining 2 monitors. (Source)

Surface two and Surface Pro 2

Power connector is now easier to connect with the Surface two and Surface Pro 2. It has been redesigned to be easier to position and insert. The LED can now be seen from any angle. (Source)
The Power Cover does not come up with backlit keys (saving ability is the concern, though it can charge your Surface when in the purse). (Source)
The entire Bear upon Encompass ii can be used for gestures. (Source)
Both Touch and Type Cover two will piece of work with first generation Surface devices. The backlit functionality will besides work on both the Surface RT and Surface Pro. (Source)
Surface Pen and chargers from first generation will work with Surface Pro 2. (Source)
New keyboards support Microsoft's Precision Touchpad functionality in Windows 8.ane. (Source)
Bear upon Comprehend ii features 1092 pressure sensors, up from 80 in the original. This will enabled more blades, like the Surface Music Kit, in the future. (Source)

Misc.

Panos Panay uses the Nokia Lumia 1020 as his smartphone. (Sure it's silly, but I idea it was absurd). (Source)
Julie Larson-Greenish enjoys a good, hoppy IPA. (Source)

Overall, a solid AMA. Curious about pricing and worldwide availability? The Surface 2 starts at $449 and the Surface Pro ii starts at $899. Get full details here. What other questions do you have almost the Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2? Audio off below.

Source: Reddit AMA

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