November 20, 2011

Microsoft's Next-Gen Surface, Samsung SUR40 - Pre-order Begins

$ 8400 priced Microsoft's next-gen Surface table computer, the Samsung SUR40.



blogs.msdn.com reports that the next-generation Surface "touch-based table computer" is now available for pre-order through Samsung Dealers in 23 countries worldwide. Commercial businesses that has $8400 in their wallet can head to the stores, to find a local representative and establish their place in line when the unit begins to ship in first quarter of 2012.


Named as the Samsung SUR40, the device features PixelSense technology which gives LCD panels the ability to see without the use of cameras. It recognizes up to 50 points of simultaneous touch -- including fingers, hands and other objects placed on the screen -- this is achieved by the 2 million sensors that have been built into the panel to pick up visible or infra-red light.

Automotive, education, finance, healthcare, hospitality, and retail are just some of the industries that will soon be able to take advantage of Samsung SUR40’s PixelSense technology, new, sleeker form factor and horizontal and vertical orientation options.

In addition to the new touch technology, the second-generation Surface sports a more powerful & better processor and improved System control software. As seen ten months ago back at CES 2011, it can also be used horizontally or vertically given that it no longer needs projector cameras (like the first-gen model). It's also cheaper than its predecessor which cost a hefty $12,500 back in 2008.

Countries eligible to pre-order the Samsung SUR40 include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Korea, the Netherlands, Norway, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States. Stay tuned for product availability in additional markets coming soon

 


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