I own and use a Surface Go since it came out. Fantastic little machine for my usage as a Tour Guide! And while battery power may indeed be an issue for some, you forgot to mention it has quick charge capabilities, so it can rapidly charge in 20 minutes and continue giving you the necessary love you need when on the Go :) This little PC allows me to use Adobe Photoshop Elements (great pen support BTW), Office apps and most programs without a hitch...it's not for gaming but then again, I am on the go and working. I would recommend this Surface product to everyone under a similar need as mine.
Hey Mr Mobile, I won your Stay Mobile Category giveaway for the Best of 2018 awards and I just wanna say I'm REALLY enjoying the Sony's and the Motiv ring, and even though I don't have any games for the Switch yet I'm really loving it too. Keep up the great videos, and happy holidays!
Because he does it like a tech nerd would like it, unlike mkbhd or some others, who I do not hate at all, who do it like a more aesthetically pleasing and summarised way rather than like Michael. I'm sure half of what Michael says goes over people's heads because what they're only looking for is whether they need to buy it or not.
those things are a beauty to look at, in terms of design they have done well! I am not the biggest fan of their pricing though haha. p.s 2019 you got to hit a million. In terms of reviews like I stated to many times before you are the guy to go to if you want good information and not just beauty shots, same for Jon!
Your reviews are so awesome because of your love for unique tech and the sense of what a consumer will buy vs what isn't practical but will be appreciated
Ya, sure you can see it that way but I admire this guy's work more than most tech TH-camrs and I get pumped up for his videos a lot and write these kinds of comments
I have the non-lte version and really like its portability and the quietness of the keyboard. I took it away over the Christmas holiday break and connected it to a TV with the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter and it worked really well.
I have a Surface Go and I absolutely love it, I think it's a wonderful machine and when I first saw it side by side with my mother's Surface Pro 5 I knew I made the right call. However I had a very specific use in mind for it which was something to throw in my college bag to use as a note taking device and occasional laptop. When I'm doing longer trips I take my old but still good enough laptop and when I'm home I have a gaming desktop. If you are buying a Surface to be your only/main computer don't even consider the Surface Go, forget it even exists.
@@batmenbeyont7775 MKBHD is nowhere comparable to MrMobil because Michael brings a lot of varied devices to the table unlike Marques who's good to watch only because of the RED cameras. Grow up.
I’m getting 9 plus hours on the Surface Go despite upgrading to Windows Home. I have also downloaded Google Chrome and Firefox. I believe by using Edge as my default browser I’m getting longer battery life than reviewers claim. I don’t do gaming, photoshop like apps nor do I use it at its highest peak performance level. I always have battery saver on and screen brightness down low. Mostly I’m using the device to write and edit, read newspapers and cruise the web, which is what it was designed to do. Also, after watching several reviews I was concerned about over night battery drainage, but so far that hasn’t been an issue. I purchased the 128/8 gb version without built in LTE. I got the entire package, tablet, keyboard and stylus. I opted for a small blue tooth mouse, at a third of the price of the Surface mouse. Judging by my smartphones I suspect LTE drains batteries big time, which may explain why this reviewer is getting just 4 hours battery life.
I found myself on Galaxy Tab S4. Windows is a great desktop platform, but for mobile I love Android and DeX. Plus the battery life is far better on the tab
Just got mine today! Bought it with the basic typecover with £100 off, and I have to say the form factor really sells itself for me! The Pentium gold isn't doing so bad either (so far), just day one luck I guess! To all the sceptics out there, it really isn't all *that* bad without the typecover, the touchscreen keyboard does fine for the most part, even if it is a little clunky on some pages. This thing does a surprisingly solid job at being a touchscreen laptop, personally haven't had too much issue with this despite reviewer comments. Best thing to do if you happen to find this on sale, but can't afford the keyboard is to get this now and the keyboard later, that is unless you absolutely need the productivity attributes immediately. From what I've seen you can also find the keyboard on sale separately. Pretty good way to stay mobile folks, would recommend the 128gb model if you can find it on discount.
Just laughing at the irony of the surface laptop 2 not having a usb-c charging port but the iPad Pro does. What a weird time we live in. That aside, iPads are getting so expensive I think it’s really going to open up some room for the surface line.
Mr. Cat Yes or a mouse support All the thing you where able to do with lighting port backing in old iPads is the same thing low with usb C (cuz of the software ) Only different usb c is cheaper
I have a surface go and love it. I don't have the LTE version but I've had no problem connecting it to my phone when I need to for internet connectivity. I love the size and portability of it. It's just perfect for my needs. Thanks for the review.
Michael, every time I watch one of your reviews, it just makes me smile. Your filming, editing, and thoroughness is second to none. Just quality content from beginning to end. Thanks for what you do.
I agree about the bezels. It's 2018. 4 hours of battery life? Slow load times. Surface Gos downfall is due to Intel pushing that garbage processor. Hard, but sad pass. My hopes for next gen: Surface Go 2: M3 processor or i5, I haven't tried a Qualcomm PC nor do I want to if it's basically a cell phone processor. Strictly USB-C. Black finish option. Smaller bezels. Surface Pro 7: i7 or i9, strictly USB-C with Thunderbolt 3. Smaller bezels. LTE option. I want a graphite gold finish (I am crazy like that)
Doubt that Surface Go will even go for Core M, but most likely it will be Snapdragon 8cx or similar for next gen. This is small tablet form factor really begs to have long battery and be always connected, all while delivering good performance. For classic desktop apps, the new Snapdragon should at least perform like a Core M or even i3, depends on that app. For any UWP or recompiled desktop app to ARM, it should run native performance which is can compete with higher end Intel's. USB-C should be a minimum on any next Surface. Though best if they really just fully switch to Thunderbolt for Intel Sufaces, until Thunderbolt is also supported on ARM which is currently exclusive to Intel. Small bezels is achievable by having a larger display without shrinking the already small body. Old Surface 3 actually have smaller bezel than Go. Just don't expect rounded corner display as Windows don't natively support those and it will be a compromise on some desktop apps.
surface book 3: thunderbolt 3, a second USB-C with that thunderbolt 3, an i9 processor, 2 terabytes of storage instead of 1, LTE option, and 32 gigabytes of RAM, and an NVidia RTX 1080 as a graphics card, and maybe a Black option and include the surface pen, and mouse
C Me The surface keyboard is better than what’s available on the ipad or samsung Android tablet. My point was that the keyboard design requires bezels.
Having recently written my dissertation on it, with moderate coding work involved in the process, I can safely say the Surface Go is a decent tablet AND laptop - dat convenience tho! It is a little slow occassionally but held up well in my experience even with 25+ chrome tabs and skype open. Using the mid-spec 128gb SSD model at minimum is a MUST though, don't even bother with the eMMC one. Typing this from my Blackberry KeyONE black (aka the "vaderberry" :) ) - love these devices!!
I'm a recent Surface Go owner having downgraded from an i5 2017 pro model just for the sheer portability. I feel I made the right choice but agree battery life, CPU choice and to some extent MS continual reluctance to bundle the keyboard needs to change to sweeten future hardware. I was lucky to score a Go + Platinum Keyboard deal on Amazon UK just before Xmas... Only reason I switched. It's not for everyone but it is IMO the best small 2 in 1 experience out there right now.
Love surface Go, went ahead and bought my mother one this Xmas. I use mine mostly for watching videos and quick easy transfers of photos from my camera and shoot them off to the cloud when I get home (or use my phone as a Hotspot if it's a weekend thing)
The non-LTE version of this is an excellent secondary or tertiary computer. I'm running it alongside my desktop and 15 inch MBP, and it usually is the portable computer of choice when I'm on the Go. pun intended. It replaced my 4 year old iPad Air and I couldn't be happier.
I tried a Surface Go near when it first came out. I adored the form factor (the magnesium case and the soft touch keyboard (with awesome travel)), pen support, and the philosophy behind how Windows 10 should work. My kickstand did have and issue where it popped up on the hinge, so I had to grab a new device. as much as I loved it, the slow performance, minimal app selection, and "okay" battery life made me move over to a 6th Gen iPad, where I still have pen support (though tbh I love the surface pen a LOT more), along with that nice big selection of quality iOS apps. I just wish Apple could make a keyboard that was competitive with the Surface type cover.
Shaun Lamb Same here. I bought the LTE version when it came out thinking that I might replace my iPad Pro 10.5”. I preferred my iPad over the Surface Go LTE mostly because the Go was very underpowered but also because the Apple Pencil is a superior stylus in my opinion.
I own one of these and I think everything in your review is correct. it not the LTE one, just the regular Wifi one. I have been using it for a couple of months now. Do I regret it buying it. Not is the slightest. For my needs this thing is just so awesome. I sell on ebay and browse the net etc and it s quick and Solid. I use it in a dual monitor setup when on my desk via Type C to HDMI cable and its just a joy to use. Is it too expensive, yes. Is battery life somewhat lacking, Yes. Would I buy it again today if I had to replace it. 100% yes. Its just so nice to use. A thing of beauty is a joy forever.
This device, especially the 4GB Version, was meant for schools and students. As a student I absolutely love it. Granted the battery is very weak and I won't be writing my papers on it but for the price of the 4GB Version it's pretty great. Does everything a student would need it to do!
I've used one since it came out in Australia. 1. Shove that power slider all the way over to full performance. It IS a bit slow (you can use the one back - almost as good). Use the power save setting it will be VERY hesitant in response. Chrome kind of ticks me for touch, most everything else is fine at the full performance setting. I reboot more than usual - touch wanders off into the weeds now and again. 2. If you do the above - yep about 4, maybe 4.5 hours. 3. I have a 20,000 mAH battery pack with a QC 3 charging set to about 40 Watts via USB C - that hands me about 2 extra recharges and is small enough to fit in a pocket in my backpack - as a plus, it also recharges my HP Spectre X2, which also has poor battery life. Makes note taking in seminars fine. 4. It fits pretty much anywhere - and the lightness and 10 inch display make it VERY handy. Obviously, I have 12 inch units - and the extra 2 inches is just too much for armchair or cramped quarters in seminars/presentations. All the above said - MS can produce another one of these with an i5 Y series and 1.5 times the battery any time they like - I'll even pay more. Also - you can get used to the keyboard - but it is small - price you pay for a 10" screen, I guess.
Another great review as always. What I like most is your incorporation of your love of Star Trek into your videos. Can you include in the links where to get your various "swag" as well where to download the Trek themed screensavers/themes that are on your devices?
Love my Surface Go (non LTE) because I don't know too many people who work 4-8 hours straight - non-stop. My 45 watt 20K mAh USB Type C power bank keeps my Surface Go, IPhone, Watch and headphones topped off all day long (wall power adapter not needed). The notion of having the MAXIUMUM EVERYTHING in a single device is simply unrealistic / over-rated. Put in a bigger battery - too heavy to hold single-handed Put in a more expensive CPU - price goes up Make it more powerful - guess you need a laptop Adding LTE on a tablet when using your phone as a HotSpot would be more than sufficient equals having ONE data plan and not two. Having all these things in one device and you have a $2,500 IPad Pro with an inferior keyboard. Thank you Microsoft for giving us a tablet with a full operating system and great keyboard.
Surface products are outstanding, but massively overpriced like an "Apple" tax. I have always suggested people consider buying last-gen Surface products. They are still of breathtaking quality and incredibly powerful for the form factor, but you will save hundreds of dollars. I still have a Surface Pro 2 and though bulkier than current generations, performs flawlessly. However, if Microsoft comes to their senses and adds Thunderbolt 3...I'd have no problem recommending current gen.
Seriously, thank you Michael for making this video as I was so curious for the longest of time when it comes to an "always on PC" and the size of the Surface Go made things more tempting. Hoping for a better refresh of the Surface Go but at this rate; it sounds like I am better off the with Snapdragon based Windows devices.
Its almost a trend for Apple, google, and Microsoft to overcharge people for their pen and keyboard accessories. What makes it so expensive when Logitech can make a similar keyboard for half the price?
I was able to test the Surface Laptop too. I came through a whole IFA day with one charge with the power slider at the second level. also, performance was pretty good with my model, as long as you didnt throw some heavy apps at it. had the higher speced model.
Interesting points, for a 'mobile surface' 4 hours is pretty short! In the market for my son to get a new laptop for graduation. Looking forward to your next reviews!
My Surface Pro 4 is still killing the game. Its my writing and Netflix machine. I was also looking at an LTE iPad. But i really dont want to finance anything. Honestly, if i want something always connected with a keyboard I'd shell out for the BlackBerry Key2. That way i can always carry it, instead of pulling out tablet. Great review as always.
I think the next generation of this will really turn it into a complete package. I really contemplated getting one of these on sale (I could've gotten the base model for around $320 on eBay with a coupon and the type cover for like $60), but I decided it was worth it to wait for the next one.
Some folks don't understand that small business owners can write off services such as LTE subscriptions so it's to their benefit to get such a device capable of it. Convenience factor is high.
I have the Surface 3 (non-pro) and I carry that everywhere I go. Although it's slow, I haven't had any issue with it and battery last quite a long time. I'm not one who often computes for long stretches at a time but I have flown to nyc to california and never had it die on me in mid flight. I Was looking to upgrade it to the Surface Go LTE but these Windows on Arm laptops are compelling enough to wait for more of these types of laptops but I hope that Microsoft makes an Arm version of the Surface Go in the next iteration.
Got a surface go about 3 months back now. Really nice little surface, I just got the base version as I have a high end PC and wanted portability to be the main thing. First day I got it I used to for 7hrs of note taking at a seminar, on my lap the whole time. But for general day to day usage, video streaming, apps notes extra get about the 3-5hr mark. USB C can't be overlooked either! It can win so handy driving round for a day of meetings and keeping it topped up. It's not a bad device for £450~ (base plus keyboard). Your paying really for the Microsoft "seal" and the build standards. But if portability isn't your main concern, I'd advise give it a miss.
Still using my 1 year old Huawei Matebook E. If the Surface Go were not so pricey I would have made a change. Also the Battery life. I am still waiting for the perfect 10-12 inch Windows tablet/laptop.
I have a Surface Go and I just tether to my phone. I also carry a battery pack so the battery isn't an issue. I run a program that won't work on ARM but runs fine on the Go.
My guesses: the Razer Blade Stealth and the HP Spectre Folio (which you are more excited about). For bonus points: Hoping you'll agree the Spectre Folio would be SO much cooler the size of the Surface Go.
Great review as always! Is it possible you could review the One Mix Yoga S2 or the GPD pocket 2 to see if they are any good solutions in portability as full Windows 10 machines in a size you could still put in your pocket? Thanks a lot!!
The Surface Go is perfect for me as a student. It has pen support that makes it a lot easier to take notes on fx illustrations. It's light and portable, easy to carry from classroom to classroom. The little thing can even run desktop apps that my school distributed. I can use it as a drawing tablet in my design subjects. Basically, every school related thing I do can be done on one device that can store more information than an actual notebook. I do agree with a lot of Micheal's points and you should also take them into consideration when you buy the Surface Go. For me, it's the Jack of all trades for my school related work.
I still have the first surface RT. I still have a solid use for it: school. Since it is running Windows RT 8.1, you can't install any programs so I can't get distracted playing games
When you use a phone as a HotSpot through a WiFi in a crowded space it is better to try switching WiFi bandwidth to 5 GHz as it is usually not that busy and due to physics quickly suppresses in surrounding obstacles so radio air is "cleaner"
my hopes for surface go gen 2 would be: faster CPU, LTE availability from the get-go, and longer battery life. Oh, yes, the keyboard should be included, because Windows 10 is difficult to use with the on-screen keyboard.
Still not good enough as a tablet and still not good enough as a main laptop. Jack of all trades master of none. But still incredible videos keep it up!
Spot on, my thoughts exactly. I was ready to drop cash for this thing, but the battery life kills it more than the processor speed. I think I could get by with that processor, but NOT the battery life. It should be the best battery life of all Surface devices, or else call it, 'Go nowhere!' Still loving Surface though, but I do sort of disagree on the Surface Laptop 2 refresh. The spec bump is awesome, and no USB C isn't a thing for me. I think MS have that right at this point. MOST people wouldn't even use it.
The only reason I'd love to see USB c on the surface laptop 2 is to be able to charge it off a powerbank. But aside from that. Talking in terms of connecting USB c addon devices? Yeah no I don't need that port.
Thanks, tethering my Google Pixel C off my OnePlus6 phone and carrying a Anker Powercore which charges both.... it is... how much longer til better enough to move over...?
Would you be interested/willing to do a Samsung Tab S4 review? I got one on sale during Black Friday, and while it doesn't have the best keyboard and only one type c port rather than a few different IO, it has been a great entertainment and productivity machine. I'd like to see what you think of it.
The Surface go or an Ipad 2018? I already got a gaming PC at home and a Laptop. I'm a student and mostly want to use the device to take notes with the surface pen or apple pencil. The Ipad would cost me around 320€ while the surface go costs around 380€. What do you guys think?
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I own and use a Surface Go since it came out. Fantastic little machine for my usage as a Tour Guide! And while battery power may indeed be an issue for some, you forgot to mention it has quick charge capabilities, so it can rapidly charge in 20 minutes and continue giving you the necessary love you need when on the Go :)
This little PC allows me to use Adobe Photoshop Elements (great pen support BTW), Office apps and most programs without a hitch...it's not for gaming but then again, I am on the go and working. I would recommend this Surface product to everyone under a similar need as mine.
I like bezels on mobile devices. They give you something to grab, so you can hold the device without triggering a touchscreen input.
I they can be too thick though. I think the 10.5” iPad Pro was the perfect size but the surface go is too thick
But these are thicc I like the iPad pro bezels much more
Hey Mr Mobile, I won your Stay Mobile Category giveaway for the Best of 2018 awards and I just wanna say I'm REALLY enjoying the Sony's and the Motiv ring, and even though I don't have any games for the Switch yet I'm really loving it too. Keep up the great videos, and happy holidays!
So glad to hear you're enjoying the prizes. Thanks for participating and Stay Mobile, my friend!
(*get skyrim for switch*)
Congrats Ajay
you can get fortnite (which can alsp play onlone even without Nintendo Online Subscription) and youtube for free!!!! 😍😍😍😍😉
Raphaël Khoury That’s what his iPad is for.. if he has one
How do you not have a million subscribers yet?
I was thinking the exact same thing. He's gonna get there but definitely slower progress than I was expecting. He's the best!
LaidBackFella There was a surge in popularity when he started out though. Just gotta wait a couple months then!
Because he does it like a tech nerd would like it, unlike mkbhd or some others, who I do not hate at all, who do it like a more aesthetically pleasing and summarised way rather than like Michael. I'm sure half of what Michael says goes over people's heads because what they're only looking for is whether they need to buy it or not.
He doesn't do much giveaways, that's the difference, those who will subscribe for giveaways will be dead subs anyways
Fisher isnt fishing for subs like others do
those things are a beauty to look at, in terms of design they have done well! I am not the biggest fan of their pricing though haha. p.s 2019 you got to hit a million. In terms of reviews like I stated to many times before you are the guy to go to if you want good information and not just beauty shots, same for Jon!
How in the world does he not have at least a million? With Dave2D, he is at the top in tech reviewers.
I couldn't possibly imagine a world of reviews without you. Please don't leave us
Your reviews are so awesome because of your love for unique tech and the sense of what a consumer will buy vs what isn't practical but will be appreciated
Sayantan Banerjee Typical Indian comment brown nosing
Ya, sure you can see it that way but I admire this guy's work more than most tech TH-camrs and I get pumped up for his videos a lot and write these kinds of comments
@@kevin9284 you seem like a miserable git. Michael is a well known tech reviewer, and obviously good at it.
I have the non-lte version and really like its portability and the quietness of the keyboard. I took it away over the Christmas holiday break and connected it to a TV with the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter and it worked really well.
I might end up servicing these things. Just had my 3rd interview with Microsoft. Wish me luck 😊
Good Luck and pass
Good luck! ☘️ Hope you make it!
Good luck man
All the best
Can I use your discount
I have a Surface Go and I absolutely love it, I think it's a wonderful machine and when I first saw it side by side with my mother's Surface Pro 5 I knew I made the right call. However I had a very specific use in mind for it which was something to throw in my college bag to use as a note taking device and occasional laptop. When I'm doing longer trips I take my old but still good enough laptop and when I'm home I have a gaming desktop. If you are buying a Surface to be your only/main computer don't even consider the Surface Go, forget it even exists.
If anyone noticed it, when he was using web cam, he talks a lot like Tony stark 😂
Now that you've mentioned it, he does sound like Tony Stark. 😂
Yeah man he does!
He looks like Tony stark
He is Tony stark
Ok , i think i made a Viral comment 😂
Mr. Mobile > MKBHD
What are you? 5? Why can't we just enjoy both of their content?
Easy
@@batmenbeyont7775 somebody doesn't like the truth.
@@DaRunTingsCrew Or somebody doesn't need to pick favorites.
@@batmenbeyont7775 MKBHD is nowhere comparable to MrMobil because Michael brings a lot of varied devices to the table unlike Marques who's good to watch only because of the RED cameras. Grow up.
I’m getting 9 plus hours on the Surface Go despite upgrading to Windows Home. I have also downloaded Google Chrome and Firefox. I believe by using Edge as my default browser I’m getting longer battery life than reviewers claim. I don’t do gaming, photoshop like apps nor do I use it at its highest peak performance level. I always have battery saver on and screen brightness down low. Mostly I’m using the device to write and edit, read newspapers and cruise the web, which is what it was designed to do. Also, after watching several reviews I was concerned about over night battery drainage, but so far that hasn’t been an issue. I purchased the 128/8 gb version without built in LTE. I got the entire package, tablet, keyboard and stylus. I opted for a small blue tooth mouse, at a third of the price of the Surface mouse. Judging by my smartphones I suspect LTE drains batteries big time, which may explain why this reviewer is getting just 4 hours battery life.
Surface Go 2 pro is out... Hope you review it soon on your channel.. Awaiting your thoughts on the new Go 2 pro.
0:53 aimed at the more mobile AMONG US,
Love your BlackBerry 👍
I found myself on Galaxy Tab S4. Windows is a great desktop platform, but for mobile I love Android and DeX. Plus the battery life is far better on the tab
Mr Mobile is in love with his WH1000X M3
Just got mine today! Bought it with the basic typecover with £100 off, and I have to say the form factor really sells itself for me! The Pentium gold isn't doing so bad either (so far), just day one luck I guess!
To all the sceptics out there, it really isn't all *that* bad without the typecover, the touchscreen keyboard does fine for the most part, even if it is a little clunky on some pages. This thing does a surprisingly solid job at being a touchscreen laptop, personally haven't had too much issue with this despite reviewer comments. Best thing to do if you happen to find this on sale, but can't afford the keyboard is to get this now and the keyboard later, that is unless you absolutely need the productivity attributes immediately. From what I've seen you can also find the keyboard on sale separately.
Pretty good way to stay mobile folks, would recommend the 128gb model if you can find it on discount.
I really, truly enjoyed your tech reviews. Consistency great video, audio and a smooth clean voice. THANK YOU!
I don't even want a tablet/laptop but these videos are so good I have to keep watching.
Just laughing at the irony of the surface laptop 2 not having a usb-c charging port but the iPad Pro does. What a weird time we live in.
That aside, iPads are getting so expensive I think it’s really going to open up some room for the surface line.
Does it matter anyway? The iPad's USB-C port doesn't even have all USB-A functionality supported (e. g. external drives)
Mr. Cat
Yes or a mouse support
All the thing you where able to do with lighting port backing in old iPads is the same thing low with usb C (cuz of the software )
Only different usb c is cheaper
The 9.7 inch iPad is a pretty decent price. Surprising for Apple
I have a surface go and love it. I don't have the LTE version but I've had no problem connecting it to my phone when I need to for internet connectivity. I love the size and portability of it. It's just perfect for my needs. Thanks for the review.
I only get notifications from 1 channel for a reason. Best quality content on The Tube, sir. Stay mobile, my friend.
Michael, every time I watch one of your reviews, it just makes me smile. Your filming, editing, and thoroughness is second to none. Just quality content from beginning to end. Thanks for what you do.
I agree about the bezels. It's 2018. 4 hours of battery life? Slow load times. Surface Gos downfall is due to Intel pushing that garbage processor. Hard, but sad pass.
My hopes for next gen:
Surface Go 2: M3 processor or i5, I haven't tried a Qualcomm PC nor do I want to if it's basically a cell phone processor. Strictly USB-C. Black finish option. Smaller bezels.
Surface Pro 7: i7 or i9, strictly USB-C with Thunderbolt 3. Smaller bezels. LTE option. I want a graphite gold finish (I am crazy like that)
Doubt that Surface Go will even go for Core M, but most likely it will be Snapdragon 8cx or similar for next gen. This is small tablet form factor really begs to have long battery and be always connected, all while delivering good performance. For classic desktop apps, the new Snapdragon should at least perform like a Core M or even i3, depends on that app. For any UWP or recompiled desktop app to ARM, it should run native performance which is can compete with higher end Intel's.
USB-C should be a minimum on any next Surface. Though best if they really just fully switch to Thunderbolt for Intel Sufaces, until Thunderbolt is also supported on ARM which is currently exclusive to Intel.
Small bezels is achievable by having a larger display without shrinking the already small body. Old Surface 3 actually have smaller bezel than Go. Just don't expect rounded corner display as Windows don't natively support those and it will be a compromise on some desktop apps.
surface book 3: thunderbolt 3, a second USB-C with that thunderbolt 3, an i9 processor, 2 terabytes of storage instead of 1, LTE option, and 32 gigabytes of RAM, and an NVidia RTX 1080 as a graphics card, and maybe a Black option and include the surface pen, and mouse
The bezels are necessary. Otherwise youd have a crappy iPad pro keyboard design.
@@ryankelsey7 bezels aren't a necessity. Tell Samsung and Apple they need bezels.
C Me The surface keyboard is better than what’s available on the ipad or samsung Android tablet. My point was that the keyboard design requires bezels.
Love my Surface Go for media consumption on the go. The bigger bezels are actually nice to grip onto when holding just the computer.
FInally, wasn't sure if you're going to do a video about this but here it is!
I can't wait for your Surface Laptop 3 review...
Having recently written my dissertation on it, with moderate coding work involved in the process, I can safely say the Surface Go is a decent tablet AND laptop - dat convenience tho! It is a little slow occassionally but held up well in my experience even with 25+ chrome tabs and skype open. Using the mid-spec 128gb SSD model at minimum is a MUST though, don't even bother with the eMMC one.
Typing this from my Blackberry KeyONE black (aka the "vaderberry" :) ) - love these devices!!
I'm a recent Surface Go owner having downgraded from an i5 2017 pro model just for the sheer portability.
I feel I made the right choice but agree battery life, CPU choice and to some extent MS continual reluctance to bundle the keyboard needs to change to sweeten future hardware.
I was lucky to score a Go + Platinum Keyboard deal on Amazon UK just before Xmas... Only reason I switched.
It's not for everyone but it is IMO the best small 2 in 1 experience out there right now.
The best tablet you can buy. You can do a little bit of everything. Really helps for people who are on the move.
Like Mr. Fisher here.
Love surface Go, went ahead and bought my mother one this Xmas.
I use mine mostly for watching videos and quick easy transfers of photos from my camera and shoot them off to the cloud when I get home (or use my phone as a Hotspot if it's a weekend thing)
I was about to go to bed, but Mr mobile video first!
The non-LTE version of this is an excellent secondary or tertiary computer. I'm running it alongside my desktop and 15 inch MBP, and it usually is the portable computer of choice when I'm on the Go. pun intended. It replaced my 4 year old iPad Air and I couldn't be happier.
I tried a Surface Go near when it first came out. I adored the form factor (the magnesium case and the soft touch keyboard (with awesome travel)), pen support, and the philosophy behind how Windows 10 should work. My kickstand did have and issue where it popped up on the hinge, so I had to grab a new device. as much as I loved it, the slow performance, minimal app selection, and "okay" battery life made me move over to a 6th Gen iPad, where I still have pen support (though tbh I love the surface pen a LOT more), along with that nice big selection of quality iOS apps. I just wish Apple could make a keyboard that was competitive with the Surface type cover.
Shaun Lamb Same here. I bought the LTE version when it came out thinking that I might replace my iPad Pro 10.5”. I preferred my iPad over the Surface Go LTE mostly because the Go was very underpowered but also because the Apple Pencil is a superior stylus in my opinion.
its nice to prune my subscriptions time to time and keep the high quality channels like yours :D
0:52 THE MORE MOBILE WHAT
Always enjoy your reviews!
I own one of these and I think everything in your review is correct. it not the LTE one, just the regular Wifi one. I have been using it for a couple of months now.
Do I regret it buying it. Not is the slightest.
For my needs this thing is just so awesome. I sell on ebay and browse the net etc and it s quick and Solid. I use it in a dual monitor setup when on my desk via Type C to HDMI cable and its just a joy to use.
Is it too expensive, yes. Is battery life somewhat lacking, Yes. Would I buy it again today if I had to replace it. 100% yes.
Its just so nice to use. A thing of beauty is a joy forever.
This device, especially the 4GB Version, was meant for schools and students. As a student I absolutely love it. Granted the battery is very weak and I won't be writing my papers on it but for the price of the 4GB Version it's pretty great. Does everything a student would need it to do!
I've used one since it came out in Australia.
1. Shove that power slider all the way over to full performance. It IS a bit slow (you can use the one back - almost as good). Use the power save setting it will be VERY hesitant in response. Chrome kind of ticks me for touch, most everything else is fine at the full performance setting. I reboot more than usual - touch wanders off into the weeds now and again.
2. If you do the above - yep about 4, maybe 4.5 hours.
3. I have a 20,000 mAH battery pack with a QC 3 charging set to about 40 Watts via USB C - that hands me about 2 extra recharges and is small enough to fit in a pocket in my backpack - as a plus, it also recharges my HP Spectre X2, which also has poor battery life. Makes note taking in seminars fine.
4. It fits pretty much anywhere - and the lightness and 10 inch display make it VERY handy. Obviously, I have 12 inch units - and the extra 2 inches is just too much for armchair or cramped quarters in seminars/presentations.
All the above said - MS can produce another one of these with an i5 Y series and 1.5 times the battery any time they like - I'll even pay more.
Also - you can get used to the keyboard - but it is small - price you pay for a 10" screen, I guess.
Best tech TH-camr! 🔥
A Mr Mobile video on Boxing Day?!! What a knockout!
Another great review as always. What I like most is your incorporation of your love of Star Trek into your videos. Can you include in the links where to get your various "swag" as well where to download the Trek themed screensavers/themes that are on your devices?
Love my Surface Go (non LTE) because I don't know too many people who work 4-8 hours straight - non-stop. My 45 watt 20K mAh USB Type C power bank keeps my Surface Go, IPhone, Watch and headphones topped off all day long (wall power adapter not needed). The notion of having the MAXIUMUM EVERYTHING in a single device is simply unrealistic / over-rated.
Put in a bigger battery - too heavy to hold single-handed
Put in a more expensive CPU - price goes up
Make it more powerful - guess you need a laptop
Adding LTE on a tablet when using your phone as a HotSpot would be more than sufficient equals having ONE data plan and not two.
Having all these things in one device and you have a $2,500 IPad Pro with an inferior keyboard. Thank you Microsoft for giving us a tablet with a full operating system and great keyboard.
Another great video!
Thank you Michael for all the work you do!
Always happy to see a video from you =D
I love my Surface Go. I could not wait for the LTE model, but for my usage wi-fi only is fine with me.
Surface products are outstanding, but massively overpriced like an "Apple" tax. I have always suggested people consider buying last-gen Surface products. They are still of breathtaking quality and incredibly powerful for the form factor, but you will save hundreds of dollars.
I still have a Surface Pro 2 and though bulkier than current generations, performs flawlessly.
However, if Microsoft comes to their senses and adds Thunderbolt 3...I'd have no problem recommending current gen.
Seriously, thank you Michael for making this video as I was so curious for the longest of time when it comes to an "always on PC" and the size of the Surface Go made things more tempting. Hoping for a better refresh of the Surface Go but at this rate; it sounds like I am better off the with Snapdragon based Windows devices.
2:06 💙 that phone 💙
Merry Christmas MrMobile!
as always, the best content and videos.
Finally Christmas is Merry. Thanks for the video M
Its almost a trend for Apple, google, and Microsoft to overcharge people for their pen and keyboard accessories. What makes it so expensive when Logitech can make a similar keyboard for half the price?
Hello,
Wonderful review! I am though interested what cell phone you are using in the video. I noticed a keypad on it.
I was able to test the Surface Laptop too. I came through a whole IFA day with one charge with the power slider at the second level. also, performance was pretty good with my model, as long as you didnt throw some heavy apps at it. had the higher speced model.
I luv your "i dun gib a shiat" kinda look. Its totally NY, i get eet😌
Interesting points, for a 'mobile surface' 4 hours is pretty short! In the market for my son to get a new laptop for graduation. Looking forward to your next reviews!
I bet one of your coming laptop reviews is the Spectre Folio
My Surface Pro 4 is still killing the game. Its my writing and Netflix machine. I was also looking at an LTE iPad. But i really dont want to finance anything. Honestly, if i want something always connected with a keyboard I'd shell out for the BlackBerry Key2. That way i can always carry it, instead of pulling out tablet. Great review as always.
Great video.. I was thinking about this.
I think the next generation of this will really turn it into a complete package. I really contemplated getting one of these on sale (I could've gotten the base model for around $320 on eBay with a coupon and the type cover for like $60), but I decided it was worth it to wait for the next one.
The bezel is what makes it look beautiful
Than you Mr. Mobil!!!
Some folks don't understand that small business owners can write off services such as LTE subscriptions so it's to their benefit to get such a device capable of it. Convenience factor is high.
Great review... Love your voice
I have the Surface 3 (non-pro) and I carry that everywhere I go. Although it's slow, I haven't had any issue with it and battery last quite a long time. I'm not one who often computes for long stretches at a time but I have flown to nyc to california and never had it die on me in mid flight. I Was looking to upgrade it to the Surface Go LTE but these Windows on Arm laptops are compelling enough to wait for more of these types of laptops but I hope that Microsoft makes an Arm version of the Surface Go in the next iteration.
Got a surface go about 3 months back now. Really nice little surface, I just got the base version as I have a high end PC and wanted portability to be the main thing.
First day I got it I used to for 7hrs of note taking at a seminar, on my lap the whole time. But for general day to day usage, video streaming, apps notes extra get about the 3-5hr mark.
USB C can't be overlooked either! It can win so handy driving round for a day of meetings and keeping it topped up.
It's not a bad device for £450~ (base plus keyboard). Your paying really for the Microsoft "seal" and the build standards.
But if portability isn't your main concern, I'd advise give it a miss.
Great review !
Still using my 1 year old Huawei Matebook E. If the Surface Go were not so pricey I would have made a change. Also the Battery life. I am still waiting for the perfect 10-12 inch Windows tablet/laptop.
I have a Surface Go and I just tether to my phone. I also carry a battery pack so the battery isn't an issue. I run a program that won't work on ARM but runs fine on the Go.
My guesses: the Razer Blade Stealth and the HP Spectre Folio (which you are more excited about).
For bonus points: Hoping you'll agree the Spectre Folio would be SO much cooler the size of the Surface Go.
Amazing video as always!
Great review as always! Is it possible you could review the One Mix Yoga S2 or the GPD pocket 2 to see if they are any good solutions in portability as full Windows 10 machines in a size you could still put in your pocket? Thanks a lot!!
The Surface Go is perfect for me as a student. It has pen support that makes it a lot easier to take notes on fx illustrations. It's light and portable, easy to carry from classroom to classroom. The little thing can even run desktop apps that my school distributed. I can use it as a drawing tablet in my design subjects. Basically, every school related thing I do can be done on one device that can store more information than an actual notebook.
I do agree with a lot of Micheal's points and you should also take them into consideration when you buy the Surface Go. For me, it's the Jack of all trades for my school related work.
My laptop from 2014 has a sim card slot. Cheap on the go internet. HP EliteBook 840 G1
Hairdo lookin good Mr Fisher 👍
thumbs up for sporting the bb key2
I still have the first surface RT. I still have a solid use for it: school. Since it is running Windows RT 8.1, you can't install any programs so I can't get distracted playing games
Happy new year
Are you gonna review the lenovo c930 and the yoga book c930?
When you use a phone as a HotSpot through a WiFi in a crowded space it is better to try switching WiFi bandwidth to 5 GHz as it is usually not that busy and due to physics quickly suppresses in surrounding obstacles so radio air is "cleaner"
what is your Video Effects & Transitions blue and green love them what do you use
Surface go, spro4 or sp5 for drawing, youtube, and light games like wizard101 or stardew Valley?
my hopes for surface go gen 2 would be: faster CPU, LTE availability from the get-go, and longer battery life. Oh, yes, the keyboard should be included, because Windows 10 is difficult to use with the on-screen keyboard.
Hey Mr.Mobile where do you edit your videos? I really enjoy watching them!
Keep on making awesome videos in 2019 !!!
Thanks for your hard work and dedication Mr.Fisher, looking forward to more videos in 2019 :)
Hey MrMobile are you gonna review the new iPad Pro ? Love the unique style of your videos and was looking forward to a review
For the first time here under 5 minutes 😍
Wow that webcam quality is amazing.
Still not good enough as a tablet and still not good enough as a main laptop. Jack of all trades master of none.
But still incredible videos keep it up!
Are you going to review any of this year's Xperia?
Excellent video
Spot on, my thoughts exactly. I was ready to drop cash for this thing, but the battery life kills it more than the processor speed. I think I could get by with that processor, but NOT the battery life. It should be the best battery life of all Surface devices, or else call it, 'Go nowhere!' Still loving Surface though, but I do sort of disagree on the Surface Laptop 2 refresh. The spec bump is awesome, and no USB C isn't a thing for me. I think MS have that right at this point. MOST people wouldn't even use it.
The only reason I'd love to see USB c on the surface laptop 2 is to be able to charge it off a powerbank. But aside from that. Talking in terms of connecting USB c addon devices? Yeah no I don't need that port.
Hope your next review is your take on the 2018 Macbook Air!!! 😄
Thanks, tethering my Google Pixel C off my OnePlus6 phone and carrying a Anker Powercore which charges both.... it is... how much longer til better enough to move over...?
Would you be interested/willing to do a Samsung Tab S4 review? I got one on sale during Black Friday, and while it doesn't have the best keyboard and only one type c port rather than a few different IO, it has been a great entertainment and productivity machine. I'd like to see what you think of it.
Get this man more subs!!!
The Surface go or an Ipad 2018? I already got a gaming PC at home and a Laptop. I'm a student and mostly want to use the device to take notes with the surface pen or apple pencil. The Ipad would cost me around 320€ while the surface go costs around 380€. What do you guys think?