its so sad to see how nice windows 8 was and how it could have really worked… those animations and gestures are incredibly smooth, the charms menu was convenient, live tiles were actually useful. it was too far ahead of its time but it definitely set the standard for new experiences on other os’s.
@David Gray I fortunately experienced windows 8 in real world use, my old laptop came with it, i honestly loved it as I’d been using windows 7 and XP for my whole life. since windows 10’s later releases came out, im not a fan of windows anymore (RTM is best)
The quality of your videos just screams great! All the essence in a review including unboxing, detailed description of the specs and how to handle is neatly arranged in a nicely framed video and very clear voice! Good one Mike!
Just bought this device and I'm very happy with it however the BIGGEST problem with it is the kickstand. For myself I usually use my tablet on my lap. Since the kick stand is fixed I can't get the proper angle I want meaning the kick stand is kinda useless unless you use it on the desk which in my case I barely do that. I hope Microsoft fix this issue.
Jade Sun Apple and microsoft had their OS fought over for years, microsoft released the surface as a competitor to the iPad. If you have even seen the surface commercial where it is compared to the macbook. (Sometime around christmas of 2014 if I remember correctly) The surface pro defentally beats the iPad for performance, but battery life is a joke. And I imagine the thing gets hot, and wastes battery just sitting there as it uses a desktop processor that stays on to allow quick wake-up. The surface 3 might do the trick, but again, battery life may be a little on the low side. I love the look and reviews of the new Macbook. But I can't afford a newer macbook as things get broken too easily around here. The iPad would be great as it is thin, and would easily tuck away to keep from getting broken. But I plan on buying a surface 2 in the future as I love to try to hack the unHackable.
Awesome unboxing Michael, thanks a lot for such a detailed unboxing and showing the full setup wizard as well as mentioning how RT won't run traditional Windows 8 apps, this is definitely useful info for new users and people considering this tablet. I'm liking the contextual controls within the apps, sort of reminds me of Android Ice Cream Sandwich. Hmm I'm not digging the felt like exterior of the touch cover, but I suppose it does help gripping it and whatnot, keep up the great work :)
This is the video I was looking for. I just purchased mine last night and wanted to see how things worked straight out of the box and this video showed the process of setting it up and how to use the most common functions as well and some not so common functions. Well done.
Thanks for this video. Since the prices have dropped significantly for the first-generation Surface RT, I'm simply going to use it for remote access to my main PC. It should be fun to tinker with as far as running DOSBox and other apps. This device looks very well built too.
These DetroitBORG videos are exactly what I want in tech reviews; particularly the way almost every aspect of a product is explored in such a short amount of time. Now if only I could decide between a Kindle HD Fire 8.9 or a Surface.
I did install Microsoft Windows 8 Enterprise on my laptop yesterday, October 27th 2012. It's working great, and i have been pleased by the experience so far.
Thanks Mike doing this great video on this device, finally a good & clear overview. Maybe you also had to mention that Win8 RT OS already takes more than 10GB out of the 32GB (iOS only about 1GB)...
I'm actually impressed by the surface...it's the first tablet I'd prefer owning over a lap top. I loved the keyboard and stand design; gives the user the convenience of tablet portability yet provides great bridge to attract those "stubborn lap top loyalists" to a tablet...let the revolution begin!
Quick, take my money. DetroitBORG, why do you make the best unboxing/review videos on TH-cam..? I watch your videos and wish to myself I was a rich man. lol
@DetroitBORG Thanks for a great overview, most detailed I've watched! What's your impression of the performance while you've been using it? Quite a few have commented on dropped frames in online videos and sluggish performance in games.
Great review and unboxing. I'm personally not a fan of the tiles interface but I can appreciate and respect what MS is trying to do with the Surface tablet. Also the keyboard cover seems of really low build quality IMO. Maybe it looks better in person, I dunno. Anyway another great video.
Befor this review was made, i thought that the surface will be like a whatever tablet..now i see what it can do. For me, this is the best tablet right now. No contest! Ipad is a joke. I hope guys will bring some new apps..good job guys..good job..and thanks for the review detroitborg!
Awesome job as usual Mike. I have to say though, your video removed any doubt I had. Now I'm sure I'm not going to get one. (that's a compliment by the way). I hate, hate, hate the 'one position only' kickstand. The delay in changing to portrait would drive me crazy, as did the video seek bar in the video. But most of all, I hate the tiles. I think they are being different just for the sake of it.I was surprised that you liked the live updating tiles. It would drive me nuts.
Split screen, Office RT, Integrated sharing options from any app, USB, Expandable storage, xbox music, xbox smartglass just to name a few that peek my interest.
let me tell you guys, this costs half the price of an ipad and looks way more versatile :) I should try that myself or see the product from more aspects to tell if it's really better but my first impression is that microsoft made a good job. And of course Mike made an awesome review as usual!
its so sad to see how nice windows 8 was and how it could have really worked… those animations and gestures are incredibly smooth, the charms menu was convenient, live tiles were actually useful. it was too far ahead of its time but it definitely set the standard for new experiences on other os’s.
I loved the way Metro's flat design looked
@David Gray exactly man, windows 8 was perfect for tablets, windows 10 and especially 11 don’t even come close, now because of the hate
@David Gray I fortunately experienced windows 8 in real world use, my old laptop came with it, i honestly loved it as I’d been using windows 7 and XP for my whole life. since windows 10’s later releases came out, im not a fan of windows anymore (RTM is best)
@David Gray true
While it was confusing and still met with a lot of hate in its past
That was the very first surface I bought. Sold it, went to Mac now I’m back to the surface pro 6. Full circle
why'd you switch back to surface
@@voengi Because He is a traitor.
The quality of your videos just screams great! All the essence in a review including unboxing, detailed description of the specs and how to handle is neatly arranged in a nicely framed video and very clear voice! Good one Mike!
Absolutely excellent video!
By far my favorite video covering the surface so far.
Thank you.
Just bought this device and I'm very happy with it however the BIGGEST problem with it is the kickstand. For myself I usually use my tablet on my lap. Since the kick stand is fixed I can't get the proper angle I want meaning the kick stand is kinda useless unless you use it on the desk which in my case I barely do that. I hope Microsoft fix this issue.
Hey,
It would be really cool if you could do a surface 2 review!
Thanks
You do the most quality and professional reviews period, thanks for all you do!!
The best review of the surface I found in all youtube. Thanks!
With windows 8
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I don't understand why people are comparing the surface to an iPad. the surface is a laptop, NOT A TABLET.
Jade Sun it can be a tablet too because its screen is a touchscreen a laptop can only work by mouse and keyboard
Jade Sun Apple and microsoft had their OS fought over for years, microsoft released the surface as a competitor to the iPad. If you have even seen the surface commercial where it is compared to the macbook. (Sometime around christmas of 2014 if I remember correctly) The surface pro defentally beats the iPad for performance, but battery life is a joke. And I imagine the thing gets hot, and wastes battery just sitting there as it uses a desktop processor that stays on to allow quick wake-up. The surface 3 might do the trick, but again, battery life may be a little on the low side. I love the look and reviews of the new Macbook. But I can't afford a newer macbook as things get broken too easily around here. The iPad would be great as it is thin, and would easily tuck away to keep from getting broken. But I plan on buying a surface 2 in the future as I love to try to hack the unHackable.
ok
(please don't be offended by my curt response.)
Why would I be offended by a simple "OK". If it was even meant to be offensive, I have seen worse.
probably one of the best first glance/ review ive seen on this. nice little start guide too. thanks.
Awesome unboxing Michael, thanks a lot for such a detailed unboxing and showing the full setup wizard as well as mentioning how RT won't run traditional Windows 8 apps, this is definitely useful info for new users and people considering this tablet. I'm liking the contextual controls within the apps, sort of reminds me of Android Ice Cream Sandwich. Hmm I'm not digging the felt like exterior of the touch cover, but I suppose it does help gripping it and whatnot, keep up the great work :)
GETTING ONE ON BLACK FRIDAY EEEEEPPPPP!!!
how was it
Watching this on a Surface Pro 4
Amen
Me Too
😯😯😯😯😯
Glory to surface.
Watching this on the same model of surface as in the video.
One of the Best Reviews ive ever Seen.
wow Michael, your videos are getting so professional! keep up the good work!
2019
holy cow this thing kills the ipad
+Conner Madison NO IT DOES NOT
IT IS ACTUALLY WORST THAN AN LAPTOP OR A TABLET
Konstantinos Bassamakis I'm an Apple fan but you are taking this way to far
Conner Madison but how
Conner Madison it doesn’t, it’s slow. It’s not a good tablet or laptop, and runs clunky O’l pc software. It’s not even cheaper.
r2c123 It would have been an awesome tablet if app support wasn’t terrible.
Best review and hands on video I've seen!
This is the video I was looking for. I just purchased mine last night and wanted to see how things worked straight out of the box and this video showed the process of setting it up and how to use the most common functions as well and some not so common functions. Well done.
As expected, another great review by DetroitBorg. Man, I wish you don't ever stop making reviews! Heheheh.
This may be the best reply I have ever seen on TH-cam. Damn, you crushed the dude!
the most informative video on surface tablet on youtube ! Hats off !!! :D
thanks for an awesome review man.surface looks totally cool.
Excellent review! The Microsoft Surface looks better than most other tablets. I wanna test out Windows 8 badly!
You have the best quality unboxings, all the time.
Thanks for this video. Since the prices have dropped significantly for the first-generation Surface RT, I'm simply going to use it for remote access to my main PC. It should be fun to tinker with as far as running DOSBox and other apps. This device looks very well built too.
Awesome review! You keep setting the bar for yourself higher and higher.
These DetroitBORG videos are exactly what I want in tech reviews; particularly the way almost every aspect of a product is explored in such a short amount of time. Now if only I could decide between a Kindle HD Fire 8.9 or a Surface.
the multi-tasking function looks soo good!
Nice to see a well-produced video on TH-cam
Great review, as always!
I did install Microsoft Windows 8 Enterprise on my laptop yesterday, October 27th 2012. It's working great, and i have been pleased by the experience so far.
Other TH-camrs might have better shots than you but the detail you provide is just amazing!
That was a good review.
I love Surface!
thanks for posting this demo...very, very helpful to understand windows rt.
Very best unboxing yet
Thanks for sharing was looking for ur review on windows surface & I wish to see more of the new windows surface pro 2
Quick and to the point. Great video!
Nice review, Mike!
I've watched nearly every review and unboxing for the Surface just waiting till payday so I can buy mine, can't wait to tryout the touch cover.
Nice video! I really like the sound of this windows tablet. May go for it! :) Thanks for the review
Very good video mate! I think this one looks very good
Seems like an awesome device! Nice videos btw
looks very smooth, great video.
I use the Surface much more than I do the iPad. The Surface is such an amazing tablet. Especially because it has a USB 2.0 port!
good review as always
Thanks Mike doing this great video on this device, finally a good & clear overview. Maybe you also had to mention that Win8 RT OS already takes more than 10GB out of the 32GB (iOS only about 1GB)...
Nice review. You make it look so easy. I really like your videos.
nice unboxing and demo of the microsoft surface and i got to say its pretty big are you going to do more videos about the microsoft surface
Seriously considering buying one of these for college, its seems perfect!
you uploaded this on my birthday
Great Video!! you explain things very well. The Surface RT is an amazing tablet! I know i own one!
@DetroitBORG when you gonna upload the full review for Surface RT? nice unboxing and great reviews man! XD
I'm actually impressed by the surface...it's the first tablet I'd prefer owning over a lap top. I loved the keyboard and stand design; gives the user the convenience of tablet portability yet provides great bridge to attract those "stubborn lap top loyalists" to a tablet...let the revolution begin!
Ur video is really good!!! You are clear, sound professional and don't say 'um' every few seconds!!!
I like it a lot. Can`t wait to see the pro version.
Nice! Really love the keyboard
Thanks! You're good as always) I will wait for the PRO v.
Quick, take my money.
DetroitBORG, why do you make the best unboxing/review videos on TH-cam..? I watch your videos and wish to myself I was a rich man. lol
that box is incredible!!!!
Very unbiased Demo! MORE VIDEOS PLS! :)
Love the presentation
@DetroitBORG Thanks for a great overview, most detailed I've watched! What's your impression of the performance while you've been using it? Quite a few have commented on dropped frames in online videos and sluggish performance in games.
Thanks dude this vid is very good I realy like you way.
keep up the good job.
great review ! I'm an Apple fan but I must say I really got tempted to buy one of those...
brilliantly done video
Amazing review
Excellent review
This is a great video.
Surface rules!
I have to admit. It looks pretty damn awesome.
I love this, saving hard to buy one asap.
I So agréé Wotherspoon you about the pour camera. Otherwise the product seems pretty convincing. Great review once again.
Good review!
Great review and unboxing. I'm personally not a fan of the tiles interface but I can appreciate and respect what MS is trying to do with the Surface tablet. Also the keyboard cover seems of really low build quality IMO. Maybe it looks better in person, I dunno. Anyway another great video.
thanks for the review!
This looks pretty cool
Thanks so much this is very helpful I can't wait to get one
This looks awesome, way more customazible than my iPad. The consumers will get benefited.
very good reviews
Thanks, now I know how awesome this is.
This looks sick!!!
Love that his looking up stuff about Apple on it
Befor this review was made, i thought that the surface will be like a whatever tablet..now i see what it can do. For me, this is the best tablet right now. No contest! Ipad is a joke. I hope guys will bring some new apps..good job guys..good job..and thanks for the review detroitborg!
I like this I going to get this when I get money yay something to look forward to
This thing is REALLY GOOD !!!
la migliore recensione per surface e redo che come prestazion sia meglio dell' amatisimo i pad
nice and brief from you!!!! gud review.......
This will be a big winner for Microsoft, if they get there integration between platforms right.
this looks very cool
Awesome job as usual Mike.
I have to say though, your video removed any doubt I had. Now I'm sure I'm not going to get one. (that's a compliment by the way). I hate, hate, hate the 'one position only' kickstand. The delay in changing to portrait would drive me crazy, as did the video seek bar in the video. But most of all, I hate the tiles. I think they are being different just for the sake of it.I was surprised that you liked the live updating tiles. It would drive me nuts.
Split screen, Office RT, Integrated sharing options from any app, USB, Expandable storage, xbox music, xbox smartglass just to name a few that peek my interest.
let me tell you guys, this costs half the price of an ipad and looks way more versatile :)
I should try that myself or see the product from more aspects to tell if it's really better but my first impression is that microsoft made a good job.
And of course Mike made an awesome review as usual!
I love your vids
AWESOME SURFACE
great video mic
Stunning
superb review
Very helpful information. thinking to buy one of this..
I like the snicker when you talked about the 1MP cameras. That is pretty hilariously low...