Well yeah, samsung sucks at software >.< Thats why I want Android to make it part of the os itself.
Main reason I want a surface is the split screen stuff.
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Surface 2 and Pro 2 |OT| Lap it up
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Well yeah, samsung sucks at software >.< Thats why I want Android to make it part of the os itself.
Main reason I want a surface is the split screen stuff.
WTF there's some dynamic contrast shit going on here (Surface 2). A quick googling says this was also the case for Surface 1. If I don't find a way to disable this, then it's a dealbreaker and I'm returning this shit.
Everyone else see it? Just scroll up and down a gaf thread, and see the brightness constantly adjusting. And yes, I've disabled auto brightness. This is like that "power saver" option that integrated Intel graphics has. Only I can't find the option to disable it with the nVidia Tegra4.
Everyone else see it? Just scroll up and down a gaf thread, and see the brightness constantly adjusting. And yes, I've disabled auto brightness. This is like that "power saver" option that integrated Intel graphics has. Only I can't find the option to disable it with the nVidia Tegra4.
MrGreencastle
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Agreed. These things are loud. I was using my surface as a cook book whilst playing music on it too and my housemates thought the sound was coming from the TV when they came in part way through - it was that loud and clear. Watching a film on Netflix was a joy too, full-widescreen and audio goodness.
What a bargain. Never mind...
I'm using my surface for work too after returning my work laptop. I had the touch keyboard die on me once but disconnecting/reconnecting worked a charm.
Icewind Dale, Neverwinter Nights, Baldur's Gate. Unless you're looking for something new.
how stupid, picked the surface pro 2 256gb. went to checkout and it says its not available for home delivery so choose pick up from store and no stores have any stock.
why don't they just show it as out of stock or coming soon instead of wasting peoples time.
I go to youtube on my Surface2 but the videos don't load? They're just black squares. I thought that Flash functionality was built in?
Edit: Wait, just ran Windows update and there's a bunch of stuff. Flash working after. Dynamic contrasting still in effect.
This "feature" has been around since Surface 1: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...contrast/6aacc12d-63fe-46e9-98db-3be74fdfbd11
Goddamn it, Microsoft.
Edit: Wait, just ran Windows update and there's a bunch of stuff. Flash working after. Dynamic contrasting still in effect.
This "feature" has been around since Surface 1: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...contrast/6aacc12d-63fe-46e9-98db-3be74fdfbd11
Goddamn it, Microsoft.
Glip_Glop
Member
Yes, I mentioned this before, very annoying. At first I thought I had a dud. You think that if it plagued the first Gen., they'd fix it for the 2nd Gen.
Edit, I'm using a Pro, so it affects both models.
onlyindreams
Banned
The pro is cool but why anyone would deliberately choose a Surface RT with that abysmal app ecosystem? I dont get it
dem
Member
Because I'm watching a ufc stream and browsing GAF at the same time.
And its glorious.
I go to youtube on my Surface2 but the videos don't load? They're just black squares. I thought that Flash functionality was built in?
Edit: Wait, just ran Windows update and there's a bunch of stuff. Flash working after. Dynamic contrasting still in effect.
This "feature" has been around since Surface 1: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...contrast/6aacc12d-63fe-46e9-98db-3be74fdfbd11
Goddamn it, Microsoft.
I cringed when I noticed my surface 2 had this "feature". Just like with Intel atoms this is not able to be turned off! the only saving grace is that it is not nearly as bad as it is on Intel atom tablets. Where it would be flicker and jittery, but also so strong that you couldn't even view photos on the thing because faces would literally be washed out in total white!!!!
edit:
Disabling this fixes it, of course you can't see your battery charge, and I don't even know if you can charge the thing with it disabled....
This reddit thread provides a workaround, haven't tried it out myself though
http://www.reddit.com/r/Surface/comments/1p7w2e/adaptive_brightness_surface_pro_2/
http://www.reddit.com/r/Surface/comments/1p7w2e/adaptive_brightness_surface_pro_2/
you can just disable it in Intels control panel on the Pro. That's not an issue. It is that way on every Intel laptop.
the problem child is the Surface, non-pro
NeOak
Member
Its physically impossible to reduce it more without compromising battery life and heat dissipation.
Check the iFixit teardown for hardware porn of the Pro 2.
I find that when I run chrome in win8 mode, I can only run Google Play Music when chrome is the active app. E.g., if I switch to desktop, or anything else, it stops playing the music. Any way to prevent that? I know I could just run chrome in desktop mode but I'd rather not do that.
NeOak
Member
Snap it?
gMusicW (http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/app/939f0859-1413-4a52-9ab6-6e50405c8c2e)
metro browsers don't run audio in the background fyi.
NeOak
Member
OoS again
Ah yes, thanks. Can't believe I didn't think of that. Not ideal but it'll work...
Thanks, I'll give this a shot. I wish it supported All Access, though.
I'm an expert
Formerly worldrevolution. The only reason I am nice to anyone else is to avoid being banned.
Couldn't wait and snapped up a new Pro 1 at the MS Store. Price was too good.
Ogrekiller
Member
Same here AND they threw in a touch cover at the Edmonton opening as well. Didn't get the student discount though.
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Formerly worldrevolution. The only reason I am nice to anyone else is to avoid being banned.
Lol.. I threw my 10 year old college card at them and they took it. So I guess we evened out. Though it's funny because I think someone in this thread said the discount didn't work with the price drop. Wonder if the store knows or cares.
Via Purifico
Banned
I wouldn't call 100.000 apps and growing 'abysmal', besides you get full office 2013 a webbrowser that does support flash, a file system that doesn't suck ass, ports that don't require you to buy stupid adapters, a fully integrated keyboard, awesome battery life, no fan, light and it costs half as much as the pro. So yeah there are several reasons why one would choose a surface RT over a surface pro, ipad or android tablet.
Zantetsuken
Member
Would this device be good for light music production in FL Studio?
AlteredBeast
Fork 'em, Sparky!
Shhhh, he is only going by what he has heard and read on sterling sites like the verge and CNET. You know, those sites whose dedication to journalistic integrity goes without question.
Actually using a Surface 2 makes using an iPad or Android tablet feel like its still 2009, in my opinion...
If any gaffers in Southern California in the Rowland Hts/D.Bar/Walnut/Chino Hills (or nearby adjacent) areas want to buy a 32GB Surface 2, I will sell for $440 cash (I used a student discount to buy from MS). This will be cheaper than the $449 + tax at a retail store. The unit is perfect physically.
I think I could actually start to ignore and get past the dynamic contrasting (I saw/tried the workaround above, but I think that affected the speed of the device). Now my main thing is, after using an iPad mini for so long, I'm finding it hard to go back to 1.5 lbs.
Too bad, because the real multitasking and snapping is super cool and works great.
I think I could actually start to ignore and get past the dynamic contrasting (I saw/tried the workaround above, but I think that affected the speed of the device). Now my main thing is, after using an iPad mini for so long, I'm finding it hard to go back to 1.5 lbs.
Too bad, because the real multitasking and snapping is super cool and works great.
AlteredBeast
Fork 'em, Sparky!
I think you're nuts. but if size is that important, I guess there is nothing you can do.
lastflowers
Banned
I meant when the newer intel chips are released.
CriterionDog
Member
Sweet, looks like my 256gb pro 2 will ship soon. My order was done last monday, processed, hidden by my bank, money returned, but the order is processing, money given back to Microsoft now. I talked to the bank, and they said the reason why the money was originally returned back to me, was because they only allow payments to process for three days. They said the money will be taken out of my account when it's authorized and ready to ship my microsoft.
My money was just taken out. Yesssssss.
My money was just taken out. Yesssssss.
Wait what? They threw in a touch cover?!
Goddammit, now I regret saving up for the Surface Pro 2... are they still in stock at the West Ed store?
NeOak
Member
Won't change a thing.
Synless
Member
I too noticed this. However, it seems that when I turned the bight was up to about a third, the issue doesn't seem apparent as it did at a lower brightness setting.
They should be able to shrink it once Broadwell comes around.
In fact, a lot of people are saying that they should've used the 6W haswell variant like the vaio tap 11, which is quite thinner than the Surface Pro 2 (though quite weaker too).
Me too, though I got mine at staples. $675 for the 128gig is just too good to pass up. I just hope I don't regret not having the new kickstand...
Ogrekiller
Member
In pink, yes. But only for today.
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Formerly worldrevolution. The only reason I am nice to anyone else is to avoid being banned.
I..don't get the fuss with the kickstand. It's fine for me, and I played with the 2's a bit at the store. More options are always better but uh not $200 better..especially when the battery life and a bit more processor is all I'm getting. Once 3 is out I think the upgrade choice will be easy, but for me(us) the 1 is plenty for now.