Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Release Date: Upgraded Hardware, Latest Windows 10 OS, Dual-Sided Screen Not Coming In April; Here’s Why

by Guenee Salugsugan / Apr 10, 2017 07:45 AM EDT

Microsoft Introduces New Generation Of Their Surface Tablets

Microsoft Surface Pro 5 may not be launched this April. Considering that the tech company has been secretive about the rumored Surface Pro 4, there are speculations that the new tablet is being geared to prevent having the same issues previously loaded in its predecessor.

Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Comes With New Windows 10 OS And Upgraded Hardware

Based on reports, the new Microsoft Surface Pro 5 will feature the latest Windows 10 OS and upgraded hardware. It is worth noting that Surface Pro 4 has been among the most successful tablets for the company, however, when launched, the users were confronted with several issues. Among these common problems include Windows Hello's inability to recognize the user, frequent driver crashes, screen flickering or flashing issues, blue screens, the inability of Bluetooth and WiFi to connect, battery not lasting long and updates not being applied.

Microsoft Surface Pro 5, meantime, is expected to have all the measures to prevent these issues and bugs from appearing alongside the tablet's launch. Incidentally, previous reports suggest that there have been no hardware issues in its predecessor that resulted in a mass recall, which means the company was able to fix the issues with firmware and software updates, Top Examiner reported.

Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Will Include An Amazing Feature

The new Microsoft Surface Pro 5 is expected to launch later this year as the tech giant's next generation of its hybrid PC. Based on a new patent application submitted by the company and was revealed online, the next Microsoft Surface device may feature a striking display.

Microsoft Surface Pro 5's patent for a "Dual Display Device" indicates that the tablet's one side will have a regular screen, while the other will be made of e-paper. That said, the e-paper will be able to fold out and turns into a keyboard when needed to replace the current Type Cover accessory that comes with the Surface Pro 4, Express reported.