Computers, Laptops & Tablets

They did the work, got the grades, and walked down the aisle to receive their diplomas: Your grad has earned an upgrade to their digital life, and a tablet is the perfect gift. But which one is the right one? And what accessories are essential to get the most out of the experience?

I recently took the time to visit Microsoft’s first ever Surface Café on Toronto’s Queen Street West. You can read about the session I attended where DC comic book artist (and the guy who currently draws Batman) Francis Manapul showed how Microsoft’s new tablet has become an integral part of his digital workflow. But I wasn’t just at the Surface Café for demonstrations and to see how the Surface Pro 3 went over with an audience largely comprised of creative professionals. This was my chance to get my hands on a Surface Pro 3 to see if it lives up to Microsoft’s claims of being the tablet that can replace your laptop. Here’s what I thought of it.