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Microsoft Surface Pro with Windows 8 - 64GB for $497 from JB Hi-Fi

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Microsoft Surface Pro with Windows 8 - 64GB for $497 from JB Hi-Fi
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Make it so on 09/03/2014 - 19:56 jbhifionline.com.au (985 clicks)

I'm surprised this was not posted before. Only the 128GB model was posted a couple of weeks ago, and is still available at $598.

I got one earlier today, and they did the keyboard for $112. When asked how long the special is for, I was told "while they have stock, because they are expecting the new model".

OS
Runs Windows 8 Pro and uses the apps available in the Windows Store. Also runs applications from Windows 7 desktop and integrates with your existing enterprise management infrastructure.

Exterior
27.46 x 17.30 x 1.35 cm
910 grams
VaporMg casing
Dark Titanium colour
Volume and Power buttons

Storage
64GB SSD*
*System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage.

Display
10.6" ClearType Full HD Display
1920x1080 pixels
16:9 (widescreen)
10-point multi-touch

Pen Input
Pen input and Pen (included with purchase)

CPU
3rd Gen 1Intel CoreTM i5 Processor with Intel HD Graphics 4000
4GB RAM-Dual Channel Memory

Wireless
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology

Battery
42 W-h

Cameras and A/V
Two 720p HD LifeCams, front- and rear-facing with True Colour
Microphone, Stereo speakers

Ports
Full-size USB 3.0
microSDXC card slot
Headset jack
Mini DisplayPort
Cover port

Sensors
Ambient light sensor
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Compass
Power Supply
48W power supply (including 5W USB for accessory charging)

Warranty
2-years limited hardware warranty

Apps (included)
Windows Mail and Messaging; SkyDrive; Internet Explorer 10; Bing; Xbox Music, Video and Games.

Computing 128GB 64GB Microsoft Tablet

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  • [Deactivated] on 09/03/2014 - 19:59
    -3

    Saw this in my mail, was so not bothered to post this.

  • porsche26c on 09/03/2014 - 20:01
    +4

    part of the description says windows 8 uses significant storage - its due to the pack up. you can buy an 8gb usb for like $6 and make the back up and delete it increasing storage.

    great price.

    • Astro551 on 09/03/2014 - 21:36

      from a previous deal:

      128GB Surface Pro ships with 83GB free, 64GB has only 23GB.

      might wanna invest in the storage if you need it

    • Astro551 on 09/03/2014 - 21:36
      +3

      from a previous deal:

      128GB Surface Pro ships with 83GB free, 64GB has only 23GB.

      might wanna invest in the micro sd storage if you need it

  • striker5950 on 09/03/2014 - 20:13
    -5

    this was posted several times, so dupe, here:
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/134903

    • Make it so on 09/03/2014 - 20:25

      Expired haggled deal requiring pricematching with a receipt for a different price. How is that a dupe?

      • striker5950 on 09/03/2014 - 21:38
        +1

        oh I guess coz the deal didnt say expired I assumed it was still on, my bad

    • [Deactivated] on 09/03/2014 - 21:38
      -1

      Not even the same price. You're just annoyed because there's so many damn Surface deals. I hate the thing itself personally, but these are all good and valid deals!

  • Kugz on 09/03/2014 - 20:32

    Bought one of these yesterday from JB Hi-Fi, they would not budge at all with the price. A bit disappointing, visited three stores to see if I could get a better price :P

    Either way this tablet is bloody brilliant. I'm honestly surprised at how well it performs with Windows 8.1.

  • dmac80 on 09/03/2014 - 20:52

    I'm keen on one of these for uni but would need the type cover - what's the cheapest way people have found to get one of those?

  • pauliau on 09/03/2014 - 20:56
    +4

    These things are just getting too cheap not to buy now!! I snapped on one of the 128G ones yesterday from JBs. These are seriously powerful tablets… I'm coming from Acer and Samsung Android tabs after being totally frustrated by their slow response and general chunkiness. This thing just powers along, now even better after upgrading to 8.1. Only thing I'm not thrilled about is the heat it produces! For the money, you can't go wrong.

    • Kanasuke on 09/03/2014 - 21:09
      +1

      I paid $1000 a year ago for an Acer W700 that is exact same specs/performance as this (except mine is an 11.7 inch screen and 128GB).
      I would say this is a very good pad for the price.

      The Atom-based Win8 tabs of today are not far behind either. They are getting pretty powerful. I am eyeing the Lenovo Miix 2 weighing only 350grams!

  • Food on 09/03/2014 - 21:21
    +5

    Im regreting buying a samsung galaxy tab 3 10.1, I don't know wtf i didnt get one of these. :-(

  • [Deactivated] on 09/03/2014 - 21:25

    can this run LoL?

    • Kugz on 09/03/2014 - 21:28

      I'm installing it as we speak. There have been a few videos on YouTube showing ARAM maps being able to run at a playable FPS.

      Most reports are saying yes. Hearthstone runs absolutely fine on my Surface Pro too! :)

    • krisspy on 09/03/2014 - 23:02

      it should run 720p low at around 40fps

  • Astro551 on 09/03/2014 - 21:34
    +3

    someone posted in comments before but yeh not posted as a deal.

    i've been hesitant tbh even at this price, simply cause batt life. seems like for me just for web browsing, pdf viewing, etc (typical uni student stuff) any tablet would suffice (not gonna be typing most of the time). i considered using the digitizer to replace my books but the LAST thing i want is my freaking book running out of battery (have enough trouble with my phone :P).

    but yeh might wait for ASUS T100 to drop down again, but not sure as this device is just so much sexier. but at 3-4 hours of batt life just won't cut it for me (powerpoints aren't exactly placed very conveniently in my lecture theatres)

    • scrimshaw on 09/03/2014 - 21:48

      You can always charge your surface in between lectures. The student cafe is usually a good spot, if not the library.

      • grab_ur_freebies on 09/03/2014 - 22:35
        +1

        Yeah, I like both the Surface Pro & T100, but there are always going to be tradeoffs.

        Choose Surface: processing power.
        Choose T100: battery life.

        Decisions, decisions…

      • striker5950 on 11/03/2014 - 21:37
        -2

        yeh but dont u rather be grabbing a bite or hanging out with friends instead of charging ur tablet during breaks?

        • [Deactivated] on 11/03/2014 - 22:19
          -1

          At my uni there are outdoor tables for eating with powerpoints for you to charge laptops/tablets/phones.

        • scrimshaw on 12/03/2014 - 00:31
          -1

          My uni has "powerbars", basically stations with a whole heap of cords hanging that you can grab and charge.

  • bluebluebird on 09/03/2014 - 21:46

    How is this comparable to Acer W700 at $699 comes with cradle and folio BT keyboard … with 128gb ssd and 4G ram?

  • kml22 on 09/03/2014 - 21:56

    I won't buy this tablet because battery life sux. The whole point of tablet is longer lasting usage.

    • krisspy on 09/03/2014 - 23:06
      +3

      The whole point of tablet is longer lasting usage.

      That's not the point of tablets with ultrabook internals. It's to be able to finally carry a desktop replacement that's smaller than a laptop. These tablets are aimed at content creation, not consumption - that's what androids/ios tablets are for.

  • [Deactivated] on 09/03/2014 - 22:08

    Isn't this really a laptop in tablet form?

    • Make it so on 09/03/2014 - 22:32

      It's got laptop specs, which is what makes it so great, especially at this price. No compromise when using it for productivity purposes.

  • dmac80 on 10/03/2014 - 20:42

    Went into JB in Armadale tonight. Best they could do was $707 for the 128GB and the Type Cover 2. I can get the student discount through MS online store so not a great deal for me but might be useful for someone else.

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