Microsoft 3 can refer to several Microsoft products with "3" in their names, mainly in the Surface device lineup:
- Surface Pro 3 : A third-generation 2-in-1 detachable tablet/laptop released in 2014. It features a 12-inch display with a 3:2 aspect ratio, a magnesium alloy body, an improved kickstand adjustable from 22 to 150 degrees, and runs full Windows 8 (upgradable to Windows 10). It uses 4th generation Intel Core processors and includes USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort, and a microSD slot supporting up to 200 GB. It weighs less and is thinner than its predecessors, designed for serious work and entertainment
- Surface 3 : A 10.8-inch tablet/laptop running a full version of Windows 8.1, with stylus support. It is not as powerful as the Surface Pro 3 but is positioned as a capable device for legacy Windows desktop apps, potentially replacing an iPad or older computer
- Surface Laptop 3 : A thin and light laptop available in 13.5-inch and 15-inch screen sizes, starting at 2.76 pounds. It features improved speed for everyday productivity, Windows 10 Home, enterprise-grade protection with TPM and Windows Hello face sign-in, removable SSD, USB-C and USB-A ports, and Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Audio. It is designed for portability and performance in a traditional laptop form factor
- Surface Book 3 : Though not exactly "Microsoft 3," this is another Surface device with "3" in its name. It is a high-performance laptop with NVIDIA GTX GPUs, up to 2 TB storage, 32 GB RAM, and long battery life, targeting professional workloads like graphic design, video editing, and gaming
- Surface Hub 3 : A large all-in-one hybrid meeting and collaboration device designed for modern workspaces, running Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows. It supports smart rotation and portrait mode and is intended for conference rooms and classrooms
In summary, "Microsoft 3" most commonly refers to the Surface Pro 3 or Surface 3 devices, both part of Microsoft's Surface product line, with the Pro 3 being a higher-end 2-in-1 device and the Surface 3 a more affordable tablet/laptop hybrid. Other "3" devices include Surface Laptop 3, Surface Book 3, and Surface Hub 3, each serving different use cases from personal computing to professional and collaborative environments.
