{"id":369859,"date":"2020-10-02T10:45:48","date_gmt":"2020-10-02T08:45:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybroadband.co.za\/news\/?p=369859"},"modified":"2020-10-02T11:11:35","modified_gmt":"2020-10-02T09:11:35","slug":"microsoft-launches-new-surface-accessories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mybroadband.co.za\/news\/gadgets\/369859-microsoft-launches-new-surface-accessories.html","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft launches new Surface accessories"},"content":{"rendered":"

Microsoft has unveiled<\/strong><\/a> a range of new peripherals and accessories alongside the launch of its Surface Laptop Go and upgraded Surface Pro X.<\/p>\n

The line-up includes five new devices – a keyboard, number pad, display adapter, and two mouses.<\/p>\n

Microsoft said these new accessories are ideal for refreshing new work and school spaces, with many people now shifting their offices and places of learning to the home.<\/p>\n

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Keyboard and number pad<\/h3>\n

The Microsoft Designer Compact Keyboard features a slim and narrow form-factor with Bluetooth connectivity that allows the user to connect and switch between up to three devices.<\/p>\n

Microsoft claims a set of four coin batteries will provide the keyboard with two years of battery life.<\/p>\n

For those who need to be able to crunch numbers quickly, Microsoft also offers a Bluetooth number pad.<\/p>\n

The keyboard and number pad are available in black and white, with respective price tags of $69.99 and $29.99.<\/p>\n

Below are images of the Designer Compact Keyboard and Number Pad.<\/p>\n

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Mouses and display adapter<\/h3>\n

The Microsoft Bluetooth Ergonomic Mouse is intended for those who have to spend long hours working on their PC.<\/p>\n

Its light and durable design, soft thumb rest and two additional customisable thumb buttons are made to increase overall comfort levels in use.<\/p>\n

The mouse is priced at $49.99 and is available in four colours.<\/p>\n

Another lightweight portable option is the Microsoft Modern Mouse, with a price tag of $34.99. The mouse is now available in a Sandstone colour.<\/p>\n

Microsoft says it provides smooth scrolling in a sculpted, comfortable design, with BlueTrack technology allowing for use on multiple surfaces.<\/p>\n

Lastly, $69.99 will get you the Microsoft 4K Wireless Display Adapter, which lets users project\u00a0Windows PCs on an external display at 4K resolution.<\/p>\n

It comprises a cable and dongle with a USB Type-A to HDMI connection.<\/p>\n

The images below show the Bluetooth Ergonomic Mouse, Moder Mouse, and Display Adapter.<\/p>\n

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Now read: Microsoft unveils its cheapest Surface laptop<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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