Last updated: December 15, 2024 at 10:11 PM
Best Surface Pro
Pros:
- Smooth Performance: Users find the Pixel 9 Pro to have improved performance over its predecessors. "Surface Pro 8" owners noted it had a smooth experience.
- Excellent Camera: The camera on the Pixel 9 Pro is praised for taking bright pictures.
- Premium Design: The Pixel 9 Pro is lauded for its premium look and feel. One user found it to be comical how similar it feels to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
- Good Battery Life: Users appreciate the battery life on the Pixel 9 Pro and the ability to manage heat issues.
- Dual Screen: Users miss the dual screens of the Duo and mention that one big screen isn't the same as having two screens for multitasking.
Cons:
- Heating Issues: Some users reported issues with the SSD upgrade, experiencing constant BSODs or system hang issues after updating the storage to drives like the WD SN770M 2TB and Corsair MP600 Core Mini/Mini.
- Software Compatibility: Users noted challenges with SD2 when moving to other devices like the Galaxy Fold 6. Compatibility issues and ease of multitasking were concerns with non-SD2 devices.
- Security Concerns: There were discussions about the data privacy concerns associated with different device brands, such as Google and OnePlus, and their potential data collection practices.
Other Comments:
- The Surface Pro 2 was mentioned as not meeting expectations for productivity, leading to a switch to a MacBook for work.
- Users expressed a longing for the smooth multitasking experience of the Duo 2 after transitioning to single-screen foldable devices.
- Some users shared positive experiences with the Pixel Fold OG and noted its aspect ratio and external screen size as preferable for multitasking.
- Concerns about heating issues and device durability were highlighted after switching from the Surface Duo 2 to the Galaxy Fold 4.
Overall, the Pixel 9 Pro was praised for its smooth performance and premium design, while users faced challenges with software compatibility and data security concerns with other devices. The Duo 2 was missed for its dual-screen multitasking capabilities, emphasizing the preference for two screens over a single large screen.