Another Mistake? - Microsoft Surface Go 2

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OG Surface Go review: • Why I Hate the Surface Go
If you've been following the channel for a few years, then you would know I love Microsoft's Surface line. I've used Surface Pro devices at home and Surface Book devices at the office. What I didn't use or enjoy was the original Surface Go. Now, Microsoft is back with an all-new Surface Go 2 so let's see if this one is any better!
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 Specs
10.5” touchscreen, 1920 x 1280
4GB or 8GB RAM
Intel Pentium Gold Processor 4425Y or 8th Gen Intel Core m3 Processor
Intel UHD Graphics 615
64GB eMMC drive or 128GB SSD
LTE Advanced option available
Surface Pen and Type Cover optional
Starting price: $399
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[@frezieduh3457]

id love to have a 2 in 1 like this or an ipad with the magic keyboard but i use them on my bed the majority of the time and i just dont think there stable enough for that.. does anyone use one on a bed and its fine?

[@Technocrat.]

How would this tablet work strictly as a Tablet in Tablet mode? NO Keyboard etc? Thanks

[@rbdcab]

I just got the base model. I think it's great. I did get a non Microsoft type cover from Amazon for $30 that is blue tooth but very nice and lasts 120 hours of full operating time. I have a 1440p gaming desktop, a nitro gaming laptop, and still think this has a purpose. I use it for web conferences, excel, work functions, video watching, and more. I just don't plan on gaming on it, or doing 3d modeling. I think the Pentium is fast enough, it's faster than my work PC with an i3 in most cases. Everyone dogs the base version, but for $400 and a $30 type cover I don't see any bad in it. I'm really glad I went with this model.

[@merouby]

Agreed. Did the same.

[@dr.fitprofessor4363]

I recently just got the base model myself. Of course, it is a couple of years old but, I scored it for $250 on Amazon. It is a great supplement to both of my desktop computers and that is what is needed. I also purchased a $30 type cover and it works great. I don't regret my decision at all.

[@bullettime2808]

for Web Developers I think it's an amazing device just pick it up sit anywhere and start writing code when your are away from your PC is amazing and when you are bored just remove the Type Cover and start Netflix.

[@Truesk8er1]

Exactly !

[@sheikhu1039]

Lol not for me they rnt, I live in Nigeria and power outages r more than the norm, so desktops r a nogo

[@Mike_Blanda]

I watched another video that showed this device working well video editing with Adobe Premium Pro.... You mentioned it is not good for video editing. Have you tried video editing? this is with 128 GB of RAM, 128 GB Storage and from the video I watched it was pretty clean with Adobe Premium Pro. Just curious your thoughts vs other input on the video editing.

[@chitwatt2504]

Can it run motion vfx smoothly?

[@james68279]

Love this set up of a video, editing is well made too. Its a good product. I think the nitpicks wont affect alot of people, given they are small issues. Hopefully they will be adressed for the 3rd gen? Keep it up lakers boy !

[@jon4lakers]

Thank you James, appreciate the thoughtful comment!

[@seink21]

Tbh what is better? Surface Go 2 or Macbook Air? Mostly web browsing, KZbin and movies

[@hananas2]

2:15 nice

[@CihanCihan]

Can it Run FL Studio with gold Processor

[@meric12131415]

I'm currently watching this on my surface go 2 m3 model

[@wurstsalat2204]

could you say sameting to the battery life for video usage? can you watch (for example netflix downloaded) more then 6 movies on a row with it?

[@meric12131415]

I can't exactly speak for battery life while binge watching movies but what I can tell you is that if your playing a light game say sims 4 on low you'd probably get about 3 or so hours based on your usage. With offline video playback about 10 hours according to Microsoft I haven't exactly tested it yet

[@RK-um9tu]

@@wurstsalat2204 Why would anyone with a life watch Netflix for 6 hours in a row?

[@dandiaz19934]

@@RK-um9tu wow *snorts* you really got him with that one,chief! *fixes glasses*

[@gavinshirley23]

@@RK-um9tu well... even worse lol he said more than 6 movies that is like 12 hrs.

[@annakat03]

Completely agree about it being a companion device! I'm currently waiting for mine, a portable companion to my big heavy 15-inch gaming laptop

[@wurstsalat2204]

Could be promo video from microsoft: sounds all too positive

[@HerZika1]

Surface Pro 5th Gen (2017) with i5, 8GB RAM vs Go 2 M3 model? Which one has the better performance? I mostly use Chrome with Google Documents/Sheets and around 10 other tabs opened at the same time.

[@arielargo]

If you are a heavy Chrome user, why not look for a Chromebook? I have the m3 version of this and The issue I have is with battery life. I get like 5 hours or less maybe of normal use.

[@RK-um9tu]

@@arielargo Please, I get over 10 hours of KZbin viewing on my Pentium Gold model...

[@bubblemarshy7262]

I really need this review because i will be getting this for school

[@Truesk8er1]

I got one, m3 variant to be exact. I LOVE this machine, amazing for simply browsing the web and KZbin, or even powerpoint project. Light weight to, feel free to ask questions if have any

[@katherinesolorzano1983]

Is it easy to use ? Is it good writing papers , watching Netflix ? Can i connect my airpods to it via Bluetooth?

[@Truesk8er1]

@@katherinesolorzano1983 as long as you dont mind the 10.5" screen, great for writing papers, I've been watching alot of netflix on it and love it between the kickstand and the feel of it, very comfortable. And lastly yes there is bluetooth so can connect airpods or other accessories 😃

[@olivertwisted1418]

@@katherinesolorzano1983 I did two years of Grad school and currently writing a PhD dissertation on a Surface Go 1. The Go 2 should be better.

[@g2eneko]

You got me when you changed the thumbnail for the 3rd time

[@PsychicAnimations]

There seems to be some misconceptions in the comment here, let me help. Tablet Mode and Windows 10 S Mode are not the same thing. The former can be turned on and off at any point, switching the UI between a desktop environment and a touch based UI. The latter is something you turn off once so you can download 3rd party programs like Photoshop or Chrome and you never deal with it again. These are not the same. Secondly, this can run full Windows programs, just like the first gen Go. Yes Chrome does work on it, but the new Edge is based on Chromium anyway, so maybe give that a try while you are at it?

[@RK-um9tu]

Dude, you're wasting your breath talking to Apple fanboys.

[@robertwinkler8444]

Very in-depth review.Nice

[@cohenjr80]

John, you should compare the Surface Go 2 vs the Lenovo Chromebook Duet. If you're thinking about it specifically as a companion device, something like the Duet would be very comparable in ability and speed to the base version, but at a much cheaper price point.

[@Derekeh83]

Jeffrey Cohen I’m trying to decide between these 2 devices right now.

[@bizcaine5536]

I'm a realtor and mobile notary and I love the surface. It's perfect for me since all my work is on the go.

[@bananaapple9698]

Are your go is Pentium gold or m3 ?

[@LedZeppelin1333]

I am always so tempted to buy a surface go or pro, then I realize what I use my laptop's for and my tablets for and they don't hit it. I think Microsoft has to work on the tablet use case , if not it makes more sense to buy a cheaper iPad, Android, or fire tablet, plus a good$600-$700 laptop if these are going to be a companion device anyway.

[@RK-um9tu]

Nothing can be done in tablet mode that can't be done in computer mode. But the reverse is not true. This is why tablet mode is an afterthought on computer/tablet hybrids, laptops, and desktops. Also, why is Apple is the only big tech company with no 1) computer/ tablet hybrids and 2) laptops that have touchscreens or pen support.? Answer - iPad sales would plummet.

[@FernandoPina]

Awesome video !!

[@Jhoninbr]

How "tablet mode" looks on this surface go 2 device

[@Truesk8er1]

I have the M3 model it is OK as a tablet I really don't have any complaints just navigating through windows themselves does take a little bit of accuracy

[@April480p]

@@Truesk8er1 Oh, a person with the M3 model! How does it perform? Is it smooth and enjoyable to use, and not a torture like the $400 model?

[@Truesk8er1]

@@April480p so far for me yes, minor hiccups, I bought it mainly for multimedia use as well as school work and so far its amazing for the size! Also tablet mode is pretty comfortable for netflix, or just browsing the web

[@RK-um9tu]

Nothing you can do in tablet mode that can't be done in computer mode.

[@makasete30]

It’s poor when compared to the iPad tablet experience so no surprise there but it’s serviceable.

[@Campwise05]

Nice video Jon!

[@dr.fitprofessor4363]

It is now 2022 and I managed to score the base model of this tablet on Amazon for $250 and I don't regret it at all. I needed a strong supplement to both of my desktop computers and this fits the bill perfectly. In addition, I scored a non-microsoft type cover for just under $30 and it works perfectly. I don't regret this purchase at all.

[@SPONGEGAAR]

I just bought the m3 version. Pretty powerful. I’m using mine to run my drum triggers! Perfect for sitting at my drums all day lol

[@garypinkerton215]

I have surface three and surface book 2, the go isnt for me

[@TheCalvin48]

Do you mean skip to the end of the video?

[@sebastian05000]

The suspense at the beginning is gold lmao

[@martinkosec]

So it has a basically the same problem then ipad pro. It is cheaper than laptop but if you actually wanna buy good spec it becomes more expensive then macbook

[@Chemy.]

Nice video, as you said, it's not a device for all purposes and people, but it is a great one for some

[@GlobalAdventurer]

I bought this specifically for the weight and portability. Especially while traveling.

[@UnboxingLuxuryLife]

Great One... Nice

[@richarddcrossley]

Having used the original baseline model since launch I really like it. It’s not a great tablet or even note taking device (iPad better for that). But I used it a lot for full office with reference manager integration (Mendeley) and teamviewer to remote into my computer or my parents. Full windows is both a blessing and a curse but it plays full HD KZbin etc fine! BTW it’s also a really nice video conferencing device as the camera is really good. Also a nice sky go machine as you can link it to a TV via USB C to HDMI unlike iPad or android.

[@RK-um9tu]

Warning, Warning, iTroll Alert, iTroll Alert! This guy thinks the too long, too thin, eraser-less Apple pencil is good for note-taking.

[@DiegoCruz-mi5ck]

can you print something on this?

[@xavierrodriguez7657]

Yes

[@TuanNguyen-vb9yd]

Duh

[@volcomstone714]

How do you feel about the new rams logo?

[@jon4lakers]

Trying to normalize it.

[@yashkothari6825]

Support your channel brother ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@donaldsoo245]

I got the Surface Go when it first came out. It still works great and I am typing my comment on this device.

[@TonightGamer1987]

Same here I love mine but I’m slowly not using it anymore due to my iPad Pro 12.9 inch 2020

[@makasete30]

It should work great- I would be worried if it didn’t.

[@makasete30]

Mark Villanueva same here. As a tablet the iPad rules. It can’t do as much but what it does it excels at.

[@editorxv7496]

Yes indeed, an ultrabook in the future , also btw what you think of lg b9?

[@limtao4083]

Well, it's not called a "lap"top is it? U need a "surface" hahaha

[@abhishekchaudhari2895]

You just don't want another most dislike video thats the truth 😂

[@abdulrahaman0157]

I skipped the first surface go due to your opinion and I am definitely loving my decision. I like that video tho!

[@Mireaze]

6:38 powerhouse pps

[@nbttl1975]

I bought mine for retroarch alone and it’s fantastic using the 64 bit distro and being comparable to an iPad in weight. I place it into a switch type controller. It works perfectly fine for my task that I bought it for knowing it was very limited in scope/application. I really like the surface go, do any other Windows tablet actually work like the surface go for the price? No they are total garbage. This is great for notes, viewing and basic editing, and emulation is fine.

[@glitczh]

helluurr

[@andyH_England]

The Duet would be cheaper and be less slow than a Pentium Surface Go. In fact nearly everything around the $400 price would be better than the Go 2. So it is really about whether £1000 for an m3 Surface Go2 makes any sense? I think it only makes sense if you need the 10-inch form factor. However, for me getting anything done on a 10-inch device would be unproductive and inefficient so as my main device it is a no-Go! At £1000 for a secondary device, assuming that I had the disposable income is a hard buy, and TBH I would prefer an iPad Air with the keyboard and Apple Pencil. So not really, and probably only for MS fans especially if it is mainly for tablet use, the iPad (or a Tab S6) would outclass the Surface Go 2 in that mode. And before Windows fans claim it can run all X86 apps, it cannot run them all well, and some it will run badly and some not at all; the m3 remains a low to mid chip. So the Go 2 (m3) is for those that do not mind paying too much, do not mind having poorer performance compared to the competition and who are not concerned that as a tablet it it bettered by Chrome (Galaxy Chromebook), Android and iOS tablets...

[@aymscird4239]

It's a very sleek and modern looking device but the base model is too low powered and the m3 one is too godamn expensive for the performance it brings.

[@winterroll5255]

If you are talking about 400$ maybe you should try what you get for that price and not double its price and compare it with products that are priced half as much as it is (I am looking at 4:20)

[@mikepotapa5773]

Does anyone know if you could hook this up to a second monitor so you can run two screens?

[@KieronSmithMusic]

It has a USB type C and also if you splash out on the Surface Doc you can connect it to an external display up to 4k I think...handy as the screen is small

[@nic_ccc3366]

Yes it has USBC

[@TheMrGiannisgr]

Yes.

[@Mr2pint]

Nice work John, looking hot!

[@Simon-oy7kf]

Wtf?

[@RK-um9tu]

My SG2 (8 ram, 128 ssd, Pentium Gold) only cost $389US and the type cover and pen both cost under $100US on Amazon. The total package was $484US. It is a great small light-weight well-built portable computer. Battery life is outstanding as I get over 10 hours of continuous KZbin viewing (50% brightness with Bluetooth, Wifi, and battery saver all on). No problems using MS Office apps, taking notes, or running statistical software (R-Studio). That said, the price is too high (no one should ever buy any tech product at full retail price).

[@arielargo]

I have the m3 version and I get half of that battery life. If we have to disable a bunch of stuff to save more battery, then it looses the point of using it at it's full potential.

[@RK-um9tu]

@@arielargo Not sure what you are talking about? Who needs 100% brightness or high performance mode to run MS Office apps or take notes?

[@arielargo]

@@RK-um9tu I do. I'm short sighted and have a hard time reading in dim light. A lot of people have to work like that. 400 nits are not much, that's normal brightness.

[@Borrister]

2:52 direct blow to Apple’s magic keyboard 😂

[@solitairez3719]

booo

[@jon4lakers]

Intentional.

[@Borrister]

Jon Rettinger I know. Great vid, Jon! Been a fan for over 10 years!!

[@svindalbjorklund]

This thing even with the m3 config, it's not worth $1000. Not even close. They should have offered this with the M3/8GB/128Gb and a keyboard to a max of $600. At $1000 you can get a new surfacepro with keyboard in some stores.

[@03chrisv]

In what world is it $1000? You buy the m3 version with 8gb of ram and 128gb SSD for $598 at Microsoft. You can buy the typcover on Amazon for $70.

[@RK-um9tu]

@@03chrisv Exactly, people act like they never heard of sales. Only an idiot buys tech at full retail price. My SG2 (8 ram, 128 ssd, Pentium Gold) only cost $389...

[@RK-um9tu]

Have you heard of sales? You should check them out sometime...

[@KJSCalderon]

WHO'S HOUSE?!? RAMS HOUSE!!!!!!!

[@frankflores116]

go Rams!

[@jon4lakers]

Did we just become best friends?

[@Some-guy-on-the-internet]

If the Surface Go 3 uses Ryzen, I'll probably get that.

[@commentarytalk1446]

Yeah if the performance:price ratio is improved, the form factor is awesome. And LTE for Connectivity given it's so portable. Superior touch/pen performance preferrable too (MS are always improving this so it will get better).

[@LasDivine]

Be careful. Panos is watching

[@ThePianist51]

I‘m not a fan of the processor and this display size... I want an active cooles M Core processor :-/

[@ZeeshanAbbasi-vb4vg]

Make the m3 processor default and I'll consider it

[@Toffethelesbian]

Not me watching this with a Microsoft surface go 2

[@The905Studios]

Not a big fans hats indoors. However, with the hat. You look like Eminem. So that’s a thing?

[@jon4lakers]

Quarantine hair

[@The905Studios]

Jon Rettinger fair enough!

[@ashishpatel350]

Can't wait for those new qcom chips to take over.

[@Simon-oy7kf]

Why? There would be so much emulation which always results in a horrible experience

[@CodeXploit]

They need to shrink the bezels... Then im buying it.

[@deepug92]

0:12 I have never been shy to share my "apple fanboy addiction"

[@Isengardtom]

Nice video It’s still not for me though At 400$ you get a crappy underpowered pentium (not including accessories such as the keyboard) And the keyboard is a must have fo this device as it’s not a good stand-alone tablet So that means you need the m3 + accessoires At that price you have a lot more compelling options

[@ep5ram]

i get a 100 buck discount tho so im buying it

[@ashe.gaming]

I have the Surface Go 2 with the Pentium Gold and 8GB RAM configuration, and it is more than capable for my needs of recording audio with an external USB mic and editing. I also have Photoshop rival Affinity Photo Editor installed and it works just fine. I did want the M3 version originally, but now, I know it isn't necessary for my own needs and I saved some cash as a result.

[@RK-um9tu]

Not sure what is worse, KZbinrs who don't know what they are talking about or individuals who actually believe them. Luckily there are comments sections were people who actually own the device can speak up...

[@KieronSmithMusic]

These devices are so versatile and productive. If you need to do one thing all the time like video editing, gaming, CAD then there are other things out there that will perform that task better (and probably cheaper). BUT, if you want something that can do a but of everything, this is a good entry point for where to start These things are awesome for office and school use

[@Simon-oy7kf]

All laptops can do exactly what you just stated

[@solitairez3719]

lmao

[@sourabhkundu1342]

Yah another mistake.. u said it will cost us 8000. Instead of 800.

[@PsychicAnimations]

No he said "a thousand". I thought that too but I relistened to it.

[@EvanNakagawa]

I still don't see the value in the Surface Go. I think an iPad, or even an older Surface Pro would be a much better option.

[@Antphoneigh]

iPad Pro seems to fit the bill for basic 'computing' tasks and is still the king of the media consumption and iOS gaming tablet.

[@RK-um9tu]

Your joking right? iPad Pro is just a big iPhone (same OS). So it does basic "smartphone" tasks, not "computing" tasks.

[@robirsingh]

Just saw the video for 1st 4 min, haven't watched this guy's 1st video, but all the things he mentioned and praised in first 4 min were present in gen 1 as well except bezel. So looks like he is trying to repair his online rapport as he got lot of dislikes in his 1st video. Also highlighting flaw regarding working on laps has been there since surface pro era, nothing new. These reviews are a waist of time as they don't give any new informations and just tell you what Microsoft website already have on their website.

[@antonmartinsson]

No mention at all of using it as a tablet? I do not understand why people review this as if the type cover comes with the device. There is absolutely no reason to get this unless you also want to use it as a tablet, as you can get something like an i3 Macbook Air for around the same price as this m3 model with the type cover.

[@RK-um9tu]

Macbook Air has: 1. no face unlock 2. no touch screen 3. no pen support 4. a subpar webcam 5. an old keyboard (marketed as new) 6. underpowered cpu 7. cpu that run hot (i.e., overheats) 8. cpu that can't handle gaming 9. cpu that can only handle simple web browsing and MS Office apps 10. an always-on fan 11. no micro SSD port 12. no Wifi 6 13. no Bluetooth 5 14. no fast charging and 17. a design that hasn't change since god knows when...

[@kevinokeefe7796]

I must be doing something wrong I purchased the surface pro 7 on sale because it was basically the same price as the better go2. It’s terrible it lags it’s slow I can’t even watch Netflix because it can’t keep up. I think I’ll stick with my iPad and a standard laptop

[@RK-um9tu]

Warning, Warning, iTroll Alert!. iTrolls post negative comments about non-Apple product they've never owned, then turn around and proclaim the greatest of Apple...lol

[@lukasg4807]

Sorry but I don't believe you.

[@santarpanroy570]

I love this cute little PC

[@SuperMachead1]

Oh and in case no one was paying attention...that M3 processor came in the 12 inch MacBook from 2017...

[@03chrisv]

That's impossible since the core m3 8100y that is in the Go 2 wasn't launched by Intel until the late half of 2018.

[@SuperMachead1]

03chrisv ...ya jeese I’m sorry ...I was off by a little bit...the” new “ chip is 1.1ghz...the one from the macbook is 1ghz.......I’m sure that 1/10th of a ghz is gonna make a lot of difference...😂😂😂

[@grantsor]

Is it me or you look like budget Lew.

[@nicko9799]

He's been doing this for a lot longer than lew not only that he has integrity and doesn't sell out or cause controversy unlike the latter

[@BIG1TOWER]

Yeah I like the form factor but I would go with the iPad. I have a iPad and I'm not sure if I had this I would use the surface go but it's better than the last model.

[@alexweinberg3913]

The only reason I can see why people hated hos original video was because he recommended the iPad over the surface. Offended Apple haters alert

[@newfnshow031]

This video is a promo considering he got it free unlike the first version he didn't get free. The m3 version is 630 plus type cover is 130 so 760 plus tax or you could get a MacBook for 900 it's your call. You'll get better software and longer, superior support with a MacBook Air. Notice even Jon says this surface can't be your only computer but a companion computer... Just get the MacBook air

[@RK-um9tu]

Who buys tech at full retail price? I got mine for $389 and love it. As for MacBook Air, who spend a $1,000+ on a laptop with: 1. no face unlock 2. no touch screen 3. no pen support 4. a subpar webcam 5. an old keyboard (marketed as new) 6. underpowered cpu 7. cpu that run hot (i.e., overheats) 8. cpu that can't handle gaming 9. cpu that can only handle simple web browsing and MS office 10. an always-on fan 11. no micro SSD port 12. no Wifi 6 13. no Bluetooth 5 14. no fast charging 15. only 256 storage 16. only 8 ram 17. USB 2.0 connectivity issues, and 18. a design that hasn't change since God knows when. Dude it's 2020, not 2010...lol

[@mc2_tech_reviews]

I really wish Samsung would create a DexBook that totally runs off my Galaxy device. I know there is the HP Elite 3X & Nexdock 2/Touch that runs Samsung DeX but if Samsung could bring to market their own Galaxy DeXBook with touchscreen, S-Pen support, 360° viewing for under $500 I would be all over it. I'd rather invest in a premium Lapdock & upgrade the performance & software with my Galaxy smartphone. #SamsungMembers

[@Simon-oy7kf]

That's the stupidest thing I've heard all day, the simulation, emulation and unoptimisation would be horrible at best, and it would suck at all hardware areas as well

[@brandonk7043]

good bye

[@michaeljeacock]

Microsoft, stop trying to make windows 10 S happen! It’s not going to happen!

[@JamesRussoMillas]

The fact that this can run full windows now is HUGE.

[@jon4lakers]

Absolutely!

[@Simon-oy7kf]

The original surface go could do that as well

[@keshavsakthi546]

This product is still a few generations away from being a daily run for a lot of people

[@haloepic3092]

Agree, try it and return it bought iPad Pro . It’s just better for a daily use

[@t3odrus]

@@haloepic3092 but the pro is also more expensive so yeah... You can't compare the iPad pro to the surface go

[@Simon-oy7kf]

@@haloepic3092 It's twice the price, so it had better be twice as good too

[@flows30]

here i am readying my cursor into the dislike button for the first minute of the video lol

[@alexweinberg3913]

Honestly the first surface go wasn't good.

[@evan22a]

Harware isnt the prob here .... but windows sucks at tablet mode.... so why waste money on touchscreen windows

[@t3odrus]

Just exit S Mode, it's just a few clicks

[@Quashawn51]

I honestly think this pointless at its highest configuration, for that price you could get a surface pro or any other PC with way better performance. I would never recommend it.

[@Joker-yu5kp]

Agree that's why I'm not a fan of surface line,go or pro honestly

[@Simon-oy7kf]

@@Joker-yu5kp I got a new Surface pro 2017 i5 model, in 2018 with type cover for €800. If you just look for the right deal, you can find it, especially if you're willing to go refurbished

[@nic_ccc3366]

Absolutely, but the point of this is its portability. If you value portability over everything else and don't need powerhouse performance (like me), it's great. I run my small business on the 1st gen Go - notes, signing documents, general office tasks. I had the 2017 Surface Pro and found it just a bit too cumbersome to carry around, so downsized to the Go. Don't regret my decision at all.

[@sitoudien9816]

@@nic_ccc3366 What type of business do you run with a Go? Do you have a desktop PC as well?

[@The1Odis]

Already 13 dislikes since 4 min the video came out is ridiculous its a 10 min video. At least Fully watch the video before you dislike.

[@jon4lakers]

Unfortunately that's just KZbin.

[@treyheywood3578]

Just get the surface pro

[@VitalRogue]

Hi

[@j_igbo_404]

Get a iPad Pro 10.5

[@RK-um9tu]

Why? I already have an iPhone...lol

[@DrKha92]

A gaming laptop, yes

[@Authan65]

Still an anemic tablet

[@bradavon]

You didn't enjoy it because Surface Go is cheap 🙄. Not everything is a $1000 iPad Pro.

[@RK-um9tu]

An iPhone is. They run the same OS and do exactly the same things...

[@jdkgcp]

Meh.... just get a Chromebook at that point. The Surface is like a wannabe Chromebook. What do you really need Windows for at this point? Everything is cloud based now...and the things that you would need to accomplish that are not cloud based, are not happening with a Surface Go to begin with anyways. Most of these are just issued by companies anyways on an enterprise level... not like the vast majority of individual people who use a Surface even chose to buy it.

[@jdkgcp]

I'd be willing to bet over half of Surface sales can be attributed internally for employees of Microsoft/Windows working within that bubble in which Microsoft bought their own product to issue to employees. Then the other majority is enterprise purchases/usage. Followed by that one random dude who thinks the Surface is really great.

[@jdkgcp]

Because here's the simple reality. The people who "don't get" what I've been talking about....were never going to drop a grand for a Surface too begin with. Cue the 10 year old internet outrage comment.

[@jdkgcp]

@TheGoat Chrome OS isn't a mobile OS. Welcome to the future....or several years ago. Take your pick. Because literally everything you said after and before that was null and void. And do be sure to read words because I think you missed about 99% of the point. Maybe you should try Chrome OS before confusing it with Android?