Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 10/01 – New Surface Laptop Go: Smaller Display, $549
Oct 1, 2020
Microsoft unveils the budget-friendly Surface Laptop Go, designed to challenge Chromebooks, alongside an upgraded Surface Pro X. Google commits $1 billion to bolster quality journalism through its News Showcase, enhancing connections between publishers and readers. Exciting updates for Google Photos roll out, but Stadia faces a rocky continuation as it lacks Chromecast support. Meanwhile, Palantir's market debut raises eyebrows, and a developer shares an inspiring tale of generating six figures in just six days through savvy social media strategies.
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Surface Laptop Go Targets Chromebooks
- Microsoft targets Chromebook users with the affordable Surface Laptop Go, starting at $549.
- It's lighter than many Chromebooks and the MacBook Air, but has lower resolution than the Surface Go 2.
Updated Surface Pro X
- Microsoft's updated Surface Pro X boasts a faster SQ2 processor, a platinum color option, and improved battery life.
- App compatibility remains a concern due to the ARM processor.
Google's Investment in Journalism
- Google will invest $1 billion in the Google News Showcase, paying publishers for high-quality content.
- This initiative aims to combat misinformation and support struggling news outlets.