Microsoft Surface for Windows 8 Pro Intel Core-i Processor; 10.6-display

Microsoft announced its latest Surface tablets--two versions that run on either Windows 8 Pro or Windows Rt. Microsoft is primarily a software company that depends on many partners to use its operating system and productivity applications. With the Surface, the company signals its intent to focus on the tablet market, which is currently dominated by Apple through a single product, the iPad.
The thicker of the two versions announced runs Windows 8 Pro, and utilizes Intel's Ivy Bridge platform. For storage, it has either a 64GB- or 128GB SSD. These specifications make it very similar to Ultrabooks such as the Asus Zenbook.
The big difference is that it's primarily a slate-like device with a touchscreen display, but can also be fitted with a peripheral called a Touch Cover (which doubles as a pressure-sensitive keyboard) to make it more notebook-like. When in use, a kickstand on the back of the Surface allows it to be propped up in landscape orientation. Another accessory, called the Type Cover, is also available--this is thicker and comes with mechanical keys.
The device also supports stylus input, along with the ability to differentiate between a palm and the pen, so that you will be able to rest your palms on the tablet when using it.
The material for the chassis of the Surface is something Microsoft calls Vapor MG. This is a magnesium-alloy that apparently offers good protection and has a "high-quality finish and feel".
Price and availability has not been announced and we'll likely have to wait till the end of the year since that's when the Windows 8 OS will be launched.
Here are some key specifications:byjohanchan

OS	Windows 8 Pro
Weight	903g
Thickness	13.5mm
Screen	10.6-inch 1,920 x 1,080-pixel LCD
Storage	64GB or 128GB
Ports	microSDXC, USB 3.0, mini DisplayPort