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8 Best Surface Pro Alternatives (With Active Pens)

Understanding why the Surface Pro is unique is what will let you choose the right Surface Pro Alternative. At 1.9 lbs, it’s very hard to compete with how light the Surface Pro 9 is (1.9 lbs), in the table below you’ll see most others that compete with the Surface Pro are nearly double that. However, some alternatives cost less depending on the specs you require.

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Do I really need a Tablet if I have a Laptop or a Smartphone? [the Truth]

Why would you need a tablet if you already have a laptop? When we polled our audience, we found quite a few reasons related to convenience and portability. In fact, 67.5% of users admitted that they ended up using the Tablet over their Laptop when they owned both devices

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9 Best Surface Pen & Slim Pen Alternatives (Surface Pro Pens)

Alternatives like the Rennaiser and the Wacom Bamboo Ink are a great way to get around the high cost of a Surface Pen. Each alternative offers different features like pressure sensitivity levels, compatibility, Surface pen tips, tilt support, palm rejection, and more. 

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How Long Does a Microsoft Surface Pro Last? (the truth)

After extended research, we found that a well-treated Surface Pro 7, 8, and 9, will last 5.5 years on average. Of course, the lifespan also depends on your usage. Many users will replace their Surface Pro after 4.5 years of usage, mainly because the battery can’t cope with their daily tasks anymore and new technology has developed in modern laptop models.

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