However, unlike the original Surface Duo, which came with a rubber bumper to keep the device protected, the Surface Duo 2 does not, and that's a serious problem. This does mean that fingerprints are a bit more visible, but we’re able to get rid of the fingerprints easily with a quick wipe, so that’s not a big deal. It’s a black phone, which means it won’t show dirt or scratches quite as easily, which is good because it’s still using the same glass outer casing as the last device. The new obsidian colorway we have in for review is the first thing that comes to mind. While it’s recognizable as a follow-up to the original Surface Duo, key refinements have been made that put it above and beyond the original – and that device wasn’t exactly hard to look at. In so many ways, the Surface Duo 2 feels like a finished product in ways that the Surface Duo never did. Then again, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 has 12GB of RAM, which makes it even better at multitasking – but more on that later. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, for instance, will cost you $1,799 / £1,599 / AU$2,499, which is slightly more expensive than a similarly configured Surface Duo 2. So, the Surface Duo 2 is an expensive device, but especially now that it has a high-end chipset rather than the mid-range silicon in the original device, it’s more competitive with the phones around it. Still, it does have the added benefit of letting you magnetically attach the Surface Pen to the device, so it’s something you’re probably going to want to get if you plan on using Microsoft’s stylus. That’s not as big of a deal as the last time around, as the sides of the phone are a more rugged plastic this time. Unlike the original device, though, the Surface Duo 2 doesn’t come with the Bumper case that’ll protect it from falls.
If you want the top-end 512GB option, you’re going to have to go with the Obsidian colorway – which is the better one anyway if you ask us – but you can get the 128GB version or the 256GB version in the Glacier White colorway as well. For that price you’ll get the standard configuration with the Snapdragon 888 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 is available today, starting at $1,499 / £ 1,349 / AU$2,319.
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On 6 December 2021, the Surface Duo 2 received its biggest update so far.(Image credit: Future) Microsoft Surface Duo 2 price and availability Microsoft Office: Word,Excel, PowerPoint & More.The Surface Duo 2 also ships with the following Microsoft applications: Dual displays with 90Hz adaptive refresh rate.You’ll also hear some justification for the dual-screen form factor, with Microsoft findings suggesting using two screens side-by-side reduces the mental workload compared to single-screen devices or foldables. The five-minute clip covers design, software, multitasking and more, making it worth watching if you’re a current or prospective Duo 2 owner. Refresh rates get a boost too – while not quite the flagship-level 120Hz, the Duo 2 moves up from 60Hz to an adaptive 90Hz. The single panel spans 5.8in (1344×1892) and reaches 8.3in (2688×1892) when fully open, adds a fifth of an inch more to the original size. The Duo 2 preserves the AMOLED display quality of the original Duo, but the panels are larger. Of course, mobile productivity gets a boost with 5G – whether that’s for calls or collaborating on Microsoft 365 or accessing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and using the Duo as an on-screen controller. With two displays, Microsoft promises the Duo will allow running two apps simultaneously, dragging and dropping between screens (in supported apps), creating App Groups for the apps you use most often, note taking and sketching and optmized display experiences with recreational apps such as TikTok, Kindle and Spotify. The step up in performance specs isn’t a surprise given how much Microsoft touts the Duo 2’s productivity benefits.
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