But despite the inclusion of that latter bit, I opted to connect my own Bluetooth mouse instead - it's what I'm used to using with any laptop or computer setup. My setup included Microsoft's Type Cover, which is comfortable to type on and comes equipped with a trackpad. That said, I had no trouble using it as a full-blown laptop (more on that, later). I typically don't participate in video calls and my days are spent mostly typing words out on a Google Doc, so I need as much screen real estate as I can get. I was able to get somewhat used to the small screen after a while, but coming from the 13-inch MacBook Pro, it was a bit headache-inducing to stare at every day during normal work hours.īut for someone whose school days are a mix between classes via video chat and getting schoolwork done in between, it won't be as much of a bother. The display is super bright and responsive to the touch, but its border of thick bezels makes it feel a bit cramped. Rather than a 10-inch screen, Microsoft expanded the touchscreen display to 10.5-inches on the Surface Go 2 complete with 1920 x 1280 pixel resolution (220 PPI). So, you can only imagine my surprise when I realized the new version has a larger display than its predecessor - by half an inch. I'm mentioning this specifically because my first thought when I sat down to use the Surface Go 2 was that it is way too small to stare at all day. I never had the chance to use the first-generation Surface Go, which means I wasn't aware of how tiny it is in person. But can it successfully power students or teachers through a virtual school year without a hitch? Let's find out. It's certainly not for all types of students, given its relatively low-end specs and compact design.
But unlike an actual laptop, the Surface Go 2 allows you to quickly switch to tablet mode in order to comfortably stream content or read. It's also powered by Windows 10, which gives you the exact same experience and features you'd find on a full-blown Windows laptop. SEE ALSO: Microsoft Surface Go review: Barely better than a netbook
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