Surface VR
How well does Surface Book 2 handle Windows Mixed Reality?
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Recently I picked up a Surface Book 2 15-inch, which rocks a GTX 1060 that's perfect for VR. How well does it really work though? We went eyes-on to find out.
Microsoft Surface Book 2
shifting colors
Adaptive contrast on your Surface bugging you? Here is how to disable it.
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Do you notice your Surface Pro's display 'flickering' at night time when surfing the web and switching apps? Here is how to change the adaptive contrast behavior.
Scratching the surface
Surface Book 2 15-inch vs. Razer Blade 14 (2017): Which should you buy?
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The Surface Book 2 and Razer Blade 14 (2017) have similar specs on the surface, but which should you buy?
Back to the Book
Art, gaming, and hardware: A few days with the Surface Book 2
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I recently picked up the Surface Book 2, unable to resist the allure of that magnesium chassis anymore. Here are my early findings.
Packing light
Carry your Surface Pro in style with the new Collins Vertical Messenger Bag
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Sometimes you just want to pack the basics for the day when using the Surface Pro or Surface Book 13-inch. The Collins Vertical Messenger bag has been refreshed for 2018, and we love the changes. Check out this video review for more info.
MrMobile reviews...
MrMobile says there's nothing quite like the Surface Book 2
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The follow up to the original Surface Book only grows my love for Microsoft's homegrown line of laptop/tablet hybrids.
Laptop vs. Book 2
Surface Laptop vs. Surface Book 2: Why I’m sticking with the Laptop
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I am a Surface user who prefers the Laptop over the popular Book 2. Here's why.
Lower The Bar
Microsoft starts selling $1,199 Surface Book 2 model with 128GB of storage
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Microsoft has lowered the bar to entry for picking up a Surface Book 2, thanks to a new $1,199 model with lower storage.
Protect your investment
Skinomi Surface Book 2 skin keeps your PC scratch-free (video)
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Need a low-cost way to protect your Surface Book 2? The Skinomi full-body protector in a matte finish will preserve the looks while offering robust scratch protection for not much money.
Recorded January 19 2018
Windows Central Podcast 79: What's happening with Cortana?
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This week on the Windows Central Podcast: We talk Surface Book 2 availability, the future of Cortana, the possibility of dual-screen laptops and more!
Updates Ahoy!
January Surface firmware updates arrive with Spectre, Meltdown mitigations
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Microsoft is rolling out a new round of firmware updates for Surface devices, bringing mitigations for Spectre and Meltdown in the process.
Decisions decisions decisions
With a $2,500 budget, which size Surface Book 2 is the best buy?
With a $2,500 budget, which of the two new Surface Book 2 models gets you the most for your money?
Playing Defense
Microsoft issuing Surface firmware updates in response to Meltdown, Spectre
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Surface users are in for a special round of updates in response to the recently disclosed Meltdown and Spectre exploits, Microsoft says.
a costly connection
Surface USB-C to HDMI adapter is pricey but works well for WMR
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Microsoft's official USB-C to HDMI adapter is an excellent option for those with the new Surface Book 2 who want to use Windows Mixed Reality, but it comes at a price.
Messing with a good thing ... with good results
WaterField updated its classic Cargo Laptop Bag and it is simply great
The WaterField Designs Cargo Laptop Bag is the San Francisco company's longest-running product. Here is how the new 2017 model handles our Surface Book 2.
Review of the WaterField Staad backpack for Surface Book 2
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WaterField's first laptop backpack is a classy affair that any adult will feel OK wearing to the office every day.
No better time than the present
Microsoft needs to release a new Surface Dock — now
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Microsoft's Surface Dock is a valuable piece of hardware many professionals rely on every day. But it's time for the company to update and release a new version of the aging device. Here's why.
Enter now
Last chance to win a shiny new Surface Book 2!
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Refined and improved hardware for 2017 make the Surface Book 2 a PC that is nearly capable of everything, and are giving one away! Keep reading for all the details on how to enter.
Keep on keepin' on?
About that whole 15-inch Surface Book 2 battery-drain controversy ...
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Some users have complained about the Surface Book 2 15 draining its battery while it's plugged in during gaming. Here's what is happening, whether it's a deal breaker, and what could be done.
New Podcast
Windows Central Podcast 74: My People needs work
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This week on the Windows Central Podcast: We talk new Insider builds, My People and its terrible implementation in Windows 10, Surface Book 2, MS Launcher and more!