Surface Duo Launching in September for $1,400

[Tsing]

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Microsoft has announced that its dual-screen Android “phone,” the Surface Duo, is coming out on September 10 and available for preorder starting today for AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless networks. While its bookish form factor and second display look like a genuine boon for productivity, the pricing is a little shocking: prospective owners will be paying $1,400 and $1,500 for the 128 GB and 256 GB models, respectively. Obviously, that’s a bit higher than many of the flagship smartphones on the market today, approaching mid-ranged laptop territory.



“Starting at $1399, Surface Duo opens into the thinnest mobile device on the market, connecting two PixelSense Fusion Displays to create one expansive 8.1-inch...

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[Grimlakin]

Yea no... still a schtick and not a viable product.

 

[Paul_Johnson]

Almost got me MS. Almost got me. Sticking with the Windows 10 phone for now at that price.

 

[DrezKill]

I can't spend PC money on a phone. Just can't do it. Probably also no MicroSD slot, no 3.5mm jack, and no removable battery. So no thanks.