Microsoft announces pre-orders of first Surface with Windows 11 starting 23 September 2021
MALAYSIA, 23 September 2021 – Microsoft today announced that pre-orders for the new Surface Go 3 will commence from 23 September in Malaysia via commercial authorized resellers and authorized retailers.
Starting at RM1,888.00, Surface Go 3 will come at just 544 grams with 1080p cameras, best-in-class studio microphones, Dolby Audio, and a 10.5” touch display. It is the perfect device to connect, collaborate, and play from anywhere. LTE models will be available in the coming months.
“As the newest addition to our Surface family, the Surface Go 3 is the first Surface in Malaysia that ships with Windows 11, and brings businesses, students, schools and families closer to what they love in our hybrid world. Throughout our history as Surface, we have seen that the most meaningful experiences come from innovation at the intersection of hardware and software. This idea was the catalyst for Surface—to build hardware that would not only be a stage for Windows but push the platform and the ecosystem forward. We hope that this new product will help more and more people to collaborate and create anytime and anywhere,” said Azizah Ali, Chief Marketing Officer of Microsoft Malaysia.
Surface Go 3 is the most portable Surface 2-in-1 perfect for your everyday tasks, homework, and play. Designed to light up the best of Windows 11, Surface Go 3 is 60% faster with an Intel Core i3 processor. This product brings optional LTE Advanced2, all-day battery1, built-in Microsoft security, and is optimized for tablet-to-laptop versatility with digital Pen and touch.
Surface products are designed to deliver the Microsoft experiences customers depend on. Every device offers incredible typing, premium materials, correctly placed cameras, and a 3:2 aspect ratio for perfectly scaled documents. These new devices and accessories ensure that users can realize the full power of Microsoft 365, Teams, Edge, Game Pass, and more. With Windows 11, Surface Go 3 will unlock the benefits and capabilities created through the thoughtful design of hardware and software.
Microsoft is also committed to creating a seamless and secured experience for its users, and recently announced that passwordless sign in is now generally available via the Microsoft Authenticator app. This is the next step in Microsoft’s vision for a passwordless future where users can sign in more quickly, more securely, and more easily. Please visit our blog for more information on how users can completely remove their passwords from their Microsoft accounts.
Microsoft Ocean Plastic Mouse
The Microsoft Ocean Plastic Mouse is a small step forward in Microsoft’s larger sustainability journey. Through a unique collaboration with SABIC, Microsoft have created a high-quality resin made of 20% recycled ocean plastic recovered or washed ashore from oceans and waterways. The Ocean Plastic Mouse, made from this resin, is an eco-friendly, comfortable accessory that takes small steps to reduce waste while putting a powerful accessory at your fingertips. Microsoft Ocean Plastic Mouse will be available in Malaysia starting 5 October at RM119.00.
Availability and Pricing
The Surface Go 3 will be available for pre-order starting 23 September via commercial authorised resellers such as SoftwareONE and Maxis; and authorised retailers such as All IT, Gloo by SNS, Harvey Norman, Lazada-Microsoft Authorised store, PC Image, Senheng, Shopee-Microsoft Authorised store and TMT by Thundermatch.
Both the Surface Go 3 and Ocean Plastic Mouse will be generally available from 5 October and will be available in the following configurations in Malaysia:
For more information on the latest Surface devices, please visit our blog here.