Rumored Microsoft Surface 3

There are reports (on WinBeta) that Microsoft will unveil the successor to Microsoft Surface 2 and it is rumored to use the full Windows 8.1 experience instead of the Windows RT operating system. It is also expected to boast an Intel Atom or Core M fanless CPU.

The new Surface 3 having a lower spec compared to the current Surface Pro 3 should be more affordable. Microsoft seems to be phasing out Windows RT, suggesting that the future versions will have Windows 10 functionality. Windows 10 is a major overhaul of the current Microsoft operating system, it may include new UI paradigms like Continuum and compatibility with a wide array of devices that include PCs, tablets, phones, IoT hardware and wearables.

Microsoft is expected to announce the Surface 3 tablet in time for Microsoft's Build conference starting April 29th.

New Tablets This Week

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Leaked iPads pictures

Major tech companies are set to launch new tablets this week. Apple have sent official press invites last week to their launch event that will take place in London on Tuesday October 22. Aple is expected to launch its next generation iPads at the event which includes iPad 5 and the new ipad Mini.

Nokia is also set to unveil their new Lumia 1520 at an event in Abu Dhabi also on Tuesday October 22. Rumors said that the Nokia handset will be running on Windows and has a 6 inches 1080p screen with a 20MP PureView camera.

Microsoft which announced its Surface 2 tablets last month will officially go on sale also tomorrow October 22. The Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 are tablets that runs on Windows 8.1 operating system. Surface Pro 2 will have the same ClearType HD display as before but will be 20% faster and a 75% increase in battery life. While the Surface 2 runs on Windows 8.1 RT version. It is powered by an Nvidia Tegra 4 processor and comes with up to 10-hour battery life for video playback.