And that is something that is great that is overlooked (or deliberately skipped) by so many "reviewers" and "media": Modern apps all have to do search, settings, and menu/functions the same way. Search: swipe from the right, tap "Search" Settings: swipe from the right, tap "Settings" In-app menus or other functions: swipe from the top or bottom Learn these three things once, and you can use any app. It's actually an easier and more consistent app experience than iOS or Android.
Store does have a search John, swipe left from the right corners of the device and hit the search icon, and it automatically searches the application that you're currently using.
the search is in the charms bar infact you can search any app or anything on the web from the search function in the charms bar. just swipe from the right edge hit search and search whatever you like from any app.
Yes you can. It has been tested with 2.5" HDDs and they were all able to run on the power delivered by the Surface RT. This is one of the big advantages over other tablets.
Excellent, comprehensive review. I wish you would type properly though, 12:21 so we can see the fluency of the machine and its error correction capabilities.
You can search the store. When in the Modern UI mode, just start typing the name of the App you wanna download and then select 'Store' from the search list that comes up from the right side. It'll show you the relevant search results from the store :)
Surface with Windows 8 Pro can run ALL programs that run on a regular windows desktop. So programs like Steam and ITunes will run just *fine on it. It also will run apps from the Windows App Store.
at 15:46 you say the store lacks a search function.. it does not, you find it in the standard menu (With a swipe from the right side) which changes from app to app.
I'm a bit surprised that this review is so extremely positive about everything. Other reviewers used to complain about lag, about inconsistency between Metro (yea i call it that) and Desktop (two browsers that don't sync for example, you have to login seperately) and ultimately about LAG. So, was there an update already that fixed everything or why the huge discrepancy?
Engadget and The Verge both talked about the same issues, Dana even contacted the guy at the Verge to see if it was only her review unit, sometimes they are faulty after all. Both had the same complaints. We even saw 1080p video not rendering well on the Surface. So, was it the review units that had problems or not? I can't tell from this review if everything is fine. Its just a bit strange.
You can multi-select emails in the email app. Also concerning apps, what did you expect? The OS is just out. It actually has more apps than iOS for iPad did at its release and its growin faster as well. It is true that many apps feel rushed. Which is to be expected for a new platform. Although lately there seem to be a lot of updates for apps so developers are slowly bringing more features the Windows version of their apps. Nevertheless it will be an uphill battle for MS.
great review but why did u not say anything about microsoft office which is the one of the most important things.....hope you do a short video about microsoft office 2013 on the surface.
Just though I would tell you guys that there actually is a search function in the app store (as well as in any app). Just swipe left to activate the charms and press search and search for the app you want.
I was issue one by my school, an now I have finished, I now own it. It's good for certain things but awful for other things, I use it alongside an ipad mini 2, iphone 5c and iPod touch 4g :)
Since app support is growing fast, my last doubt ha been cleared up an I really want to buy it! The only thing I don't like is the touch cover costs way too much.
search for the app store is the same as searching for an app - Windows does search by where you are so when in the app store just swipe from the right and search for what you looking for - Microsoft did it like that so it's universal throughout the whole OS from PC to tablet to Phone...Pretty good once you learn how to search....
I want to buy the rt, however all i want it for is to be able to plug my external hard in and watch films smoothly.. also the use of microsoft word and so on.... I have been reading up alot but apparently people say it lags when watching films??? also how is this to watch youtube videos and so on... please help!!!
like a said, i saw a lot of reviews, this is not the only one, and some people on The Verge are against the Surface since the beginning, not all, but some important ones
would u recommend it as a full laptop? im giving my laptop to my dad n was thinking of getting this as my only computer? im not sure if im phrasing the question correctly but hopefully u know what i mean :)
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Does the desktop version of the browser supports flash on all sites and silverlight?
Im gonna buy the surface 2.0 if it has a higher resolution because I want a tablet mainly for reading/media consumption. And I feel like windows RT is a great, fun and refreshing OS but the hardware isnt there :( I'm still waiting on buying my first tablet!
There is a search option in thee store. All you have to do is swipe from the right and it brings up the search option. I bought a surface and I am very happy with it. But I do have an iphone which i plan to get rid off soon.
15:43 That was wrong, there is a search option in charms, you just have to swipe from the right and tap on search. This is the common behavior on windows 8, please add an annotation or something to correct this.
no particular reason.. it's just fun to mock ipad users^^ also you can get a lot more serious work done on the surface compared to the ipad, that's kinda the reason.
There is a search option, you guys are missing a key aspect of the CHARMS bar. Swipe from the right bezel and you have a universal search.. This kinda makes me doubt the entire review
I used to look at The Verge as giving fairly good reviews. But recently, I don't know, they seem not to be satisfied with every other device that is not Apple's.
you have a select all feature :) touch control on the keyboard and for instance the first email to select and the last, and have all selected! bing....
You had some hiccups in your review but overall a great review. Although you could have done a little bit more reseearch like about the Search. It is basically universal meaning that you could be in any app and still use the search in the Charms menu..
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I don't know why people hate this tablet so much, I actually want one...
And that is something that is great that is overlooked (or deliberately skipped) by so many "reviewers" and "media": Modern apps all have to do search, settings, and menu/functions the same way.
Search: swipe from the right, tap "Search"
Settings: swipe from the right, tap "Settings"
In-app menus or other functions: swipe from the top or bottom
Learn these three things once, and you can use any app.
It's actually an easier and more consistent app experience than iOS or Android.
You can use the search option in the charm bar to search through the store if you want. In fact, you can use it for any app you're in.
Store does have a search John, swipe left from the right corners of the device and hit the search icon, and it automatically searches the application that you're currently using.
At launch, it was $500. Now, at Walmart, it's available for $230. The 64GB version. That is a good deal!
Good video ....wanted to see this in depth and dude you got a great voice....
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the search is in the charms bar infact you can search any app or anything on the web from the search function in the charms bar. just swipe from the right edge hit search and search whatever you like from any app.
Yes you can. It has been tested with 2.5" HDDs and they were all able to run on the power delivered by the Surface RT. This is one of the big advantages over other tablets.
And that ladies and gentlemen is how you review a product: a well-prepared,informed and UNBIASED reviewer. Are you listening Joshua Topolsky???
i need to correct you in one thing. search is always available in all apps including the marketplace. just use the charms and select search.
saving money up for windows tablet hope to get around when school starts. my only tablet right now is the Kindle Fire
Excellent, comprehensive review. I wish you would type properly though, 12:21 so we can see the fluency of the machine and its error correction capabilities.
Does anyone think its gonna go for $100 (just tablet) or $150 (with touch cover) during boxing day???
You can search the store. When in the Modern UI mode, just start typing the name of the App you wanna download and then select 'Store' from the search list that comes up from the right side. It'll show you the relevant search results from the store :)
Surface with Windows 8 Pro can run ALL programs that run on a regular windows desktop. So programs like Steam and ITunes will run just *fine on it. It also will run apps from the Windows App Store.
you can use the system search to search in any app aswell!
at 15:46 you say the store lacks a search function.. it does not, you find it in the standard menu (With a swipe from the right side) which changes from app to app.
I like how he actually gives an honest review.
Everyone else seems to hate it just because its Microsoft
Wow, it's so nice to see jooooooohnnn v from phone arena. Love ur videos presentations. Keep it up.
John V from phone arena, I love you.
Will you settle for intuition over function? In my opinion, the Office Suite alone makes this a more logical choice over the iPad.
I'm a bit surprised that this review is so extremely positive about everything. Other reviewers used to complain about lag, about inconsistency between Metro (yea i call it that) and Desktop (two browsers that don't sync for example, you have to login seperately) and ultimately about LAG.
So, was there an update already that fixed everything or why the huge discrepancy?
Engadget and The Verge both talked about the same issues, Dana even contacted the guy at the Verge to see if it was only her review unit, sometimes they are faulty after all.
Both had the same complaints. We even saw 1080p video not rendering well on the Surface.
So, was it the review units that had problems or not? I can't tell from this review if everything is fine. Its just a bit strange.
Also all apps written using Visual Studio 2012 will run on both x86 and RT version if Windows 8. This is good news for developers.
Yes.. you can check flash enable website on IE on desktop mode.
You can multi-select emails in the email app.
Also concerning apps, what did you expect? The OS is just out. It actually has more apps than iOS for iPad did at its release and its growin faster as well.
It is true that many apps feel rushed. Which is to be expected for a new platform. Although lately there seem to be a lot of updates for apps so developers are slowly bringing more features the Windows version of their apps. Nevertheless it will be an uphill battle for MS.
lol ... i guess you guys never forget reminding us about it in every video :D
This is a search option in every app!!!
Just swipe from the right and search. This apply to the store and the maps app
I fell in love with this at the Microsoft Store. Thinking about buying this. Is it worth it, anybody?
it comes installed on it
Amazing tablet. Touch and regular keyboards cost WAY to much
Store has a search option. Go to Store and open charms. Tap search. Get to know the OS before reviewing it.
it's becoming a trend that I watch these videos because of that,not because of the phone/tablet reviews :D
There is a search option in market. Swipe in from right side when in market and select search... Simple.
great review but why did u not say anything about microsoft office which is the one of the most important things.....hope you do a short video about microsoft office 2013 on the surface.
You find it faster typing on the screen over the TouchCover? This is by far the opposite fro what I have experienced.
there is a search function, you use the same one that's on the charm bar.
Just though I would tell you guys that there actually is a search function in the app store (as well as in any app). Just swipe left to activate the charms and press search and search for the app you want.
You have the file manager with the conventional windows! And thats awesome !
I was issue one by my school, an now I have finished, I now own it. It's good for certain things but awful for other things, I use it alongside an ipad mini 2, iphone 5c and iPod touch 4g :)
Since app support is growing fast, my last doubt ha been cleared up an I really want to buy it! The only thing I don't like is the touch cover costs way too much.
search for the app store is the same as searching for an app - Windows does search by where you are so when in the app store just swipe from the right and search for what you looking for - Microsoft did it like that so it's universal throughout the whole OS from PC to tablet to Phone...Pretty good once you learn how to search....
Bought it. Great device, absolutely great. Using it as my main PC until I can build a gaming PC.
Nice to see jooooooohnnn v from phone arena. Love u video presentation keep it up.
I want to buy the rt, however all i want it for is to be able to plug my external hard in and watch films smoothly.. also the use of microsoft word and so on.... I have been reading up alot but apparently people say it lags when watching films??? also how is this to watch youtube videos and so on... please help!!!
you can search the store by going to the charms bar and clicking search inside the store app
like a said, i saw a lot of reviews, this is not the only one, and some people on The Verge are against the Surface since the beginning, not all, but some important ones
would u recommend it as a full laptop? im giving my laptop to my dad n was thinking of getting this as my only computer? im not sure if im phrasing the question correctly but hopefully u know what i mean :)
Does the desktop version of the browser supports flash on all sites and silverlight?
john v looks good with a tie on. next time we want him reviewing in a suit!
How good is it with downloaded pdfs? I will be doing a lot of reading and am looking for a good tablet for reading and highlighting mostly
Thanks John. Good review.
Hey guy, John Veeeeeeeeeee here from Phonearena
Used this in best buy... immediately fell in love
great review. also add comes with full version of microsoft office, great for student or business on road.
Nice review Jonh Valenzuela.
Im gonna buy the surface 2.0 if it has a higher resolution because I want a tablet mainly for reading/media consumption. And I feel like windows RT is a great, fun and refreshing OS but the hardware isnt there :( I'm still waiting on buying my first tablet!
There is a search option in thee store. All you have to do is swipe from the right and it brings up the search option.
I bought a surface and I am very happy with it. But I do have an iphone which i plan to get rid off soon.
Pretty cool looking tablet !
im going to college and i dont know if i should get the surface rt or surface pro help?
15:43 That was wrong, there is a search option in charms, you just have to swipe from the right and tap on search.
This is the common behavior on windows 8, please add an annotation or something to correct this.
no particular reason.. it's just fun to mock ipad users^^
also you can get a lot more serious work done on the surface compared to the ipad, that's kinda the reason.
Does the type dock work as protection as well as the touch dock???
Great review, thank you.
great review!
It's called the space needle it's in Seattle dahhhh
15:32 there is search option.. swipe to reveal charms bar. pick search and type.... it will search the store...
Jooooooohhhnnn V should do all the reviews!
There is a search option, you guys are missing a key aspect of the CHARMS bar.
Swipe from the right bezel and you have a universal search..
This kinda makes me doubt the entire review
HTC needs to make a Windows 8/RT tablet. They make awesome phones and their supporters want a tablet from them.
I used to look at The Verge as giving fairly good reviews. But recently, I don't know, they seem not to be satisfied with every other device that is not Apple's.
I so want the surface now
Great job, best review. nor microsoft equal.
Im going to wait till they release the next one with better screen and better camera
can i use a program over the cloud
Wish you previewed the Office suite, but other than that, pretty good!
great review
from a normal viewing distance, the naked eye can't find the difference between the retina display and the 1366x768 display.
can I watch movies from my portal hard drive on this?
I want this! The pro version us too expensive
its not the first tablet John
Thank you!!
you didn't really play any apps or games to see how the performance was.Gnomelocker showed that the RT couldn't even handle Cut the Rope
can you compare this to samsung galaxy note 10.1 and to samsung ativ smart pc pro ?
Why is everybody suddenly talking about "finally seeing John V's face"??? He's shown it on loads of other videos already!!!
I wonder if the nexus 10 screen is glass or plastic
you have a select all feature :) touch control on the keyboard and for instance the first email to select and the last, and have all selected! bing....
Jhon a search option is avalible in the Microsoft Windows store, via the charms menu.
You had some hiccups in your review but overall a great review. Although you could have done a little bit more reseearch like about the Search. It is basically universal meaning that you could be in any app and still use the search in the Charms menu..
that's the surface pro too - its also in canada
I'm getting the pro at its release!
thanks for sharing man
Good review first time product this is bang on
charms bar search works throught the system that mean in the store also
can you download programs like vlc media player?
18:31 whats tht signal strength bar for?? mobile network?
u should use a mic instead using the one on the video camera. the echo is terrible
Good for you.
It doesn't run x86 apps only ARM apps that are in the windows store :(