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<h2>Microsoft Surface Pro 12-Inch: A New Hope</h2>
<p>I’ve always been fond of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theverge.com/2019/11/5/20948092/microsoft-surface-pro-x-review-arm-windows-10-apps-features-specs-price">Surface Pro X</a>. It represented the sleek, lightweight, and fanless tablet that I wished Microsoft would produce. However, upon its release nearly six years ago, Windows struggled with the Arm chip, leading to lagging performance and app compatibility challenges, which made the Surface Pro X a disappointment.</p>
<p>Now, Microsoft is attempting to refine the Surface Pro concept once more with a $799 12-inch hybrid tablet and laptop that replaces the fan with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X Plus chip. This redesign brings me joy rather than disappointment, thanks to improved performance and battery life.</p>
<p>The significant redesign results in a device that merges top design features from competitors like iPads and Samsung tablets while retaining the flexibility of Windows. While competitors have imitated the Surface Pro for years, Microsoft has now taken inspiration from the best tablets to enhance its own offering.</p>
<h3>Design and Usability Enhancements</h3>
<p>This upgraded model, unlike the previous 11-inch iteration, has a more tablet-like grip, thanks to a lack of airflow vents and a seamless design. The rounded edges give it a softer, more comfortable feel. The absence of a fan has allowed such improvements, making me hopeful that this fan-free design continues in future models.</p>
<h3>Keyboard and Stylus Improvements</h3>
<p>The kickstand remains largely unchanged, but the repositioning of the stylus storage and charging on the back offers convenience similar to Samsung Galaxy Tabs. However, this positioning can make it cumbersome if the pen is not in use. Despite these minor inconveniences, the keyboard feels much sturdier, enhancing the overall typing experience, although it lacks the fabric lining of older models.</p>
<h3>Performance and Applications</h3>
<p>Powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus, the Surface Pro runs many apps natively on Arm64, with a significant number of daily-use applications now optimized for this architecture. While some applications, like Discord and Premiere Pro, still run in emulation, progress has been made. The device’s responsiveness overall doesn’t feel lacking, even compared to higher-core models.</p>
<h3>Final Thoughts</h3>
<p>The Surface Pro 12-inch merges the best features of its competitors into a more tablet-centric design. Although it’s priced similarly to a 13-inch Surface Laptop once the keyboard and stylus are included, its charm and portability make it appealing. Microsoft still has work to do, especially with Windows 11’s tablet experience, but this model is a significant step away from the early disappointments of the Surface Pro X.</p>
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