Hands on with the Surface Studio, Microsoft’s first desktop computer

It's sleek, beautiful, but a little bit strange.

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[Mitlov]

I don't think it's strange that this AIO targets professionals instead of families like the Mac Classic did. The market is FULL of Windows AIOs that target families and consumers. This serves a business niche, yes, but an unserved business niche. If you want a $700 AIO for your uncle, take one of the many options from HP, Dell, etc.

 

[Mitlov]

jdale[/url]":226cpkin]

The ability to transform from a regular computer to a drafting table is not merely some gimmick; it's a significant and desirable feature.

I don't get the All-in-one aspect though. From the description, the screen won't be obsolete in three years. The hinge won't be obsolete. The form factor won't be obsolete. But you'll have to replace it because the rest of the computer will be. Why? Why not make a screen with the form factor and hinge and allow the user to attach it to any computer?

Maybe the answer is "because architecture firms have a lot of money" but that's not a good answer for a comic artist.

The form factor is great for cramped art offices and bullpens.