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Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (128 GB, Intel Core i5)

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Direct Reviews

Surface Pro 3

The tablet that can replace your laptop.

The new Surface Pro 3 is in a category of its own. With a stunning 12″ display in a sleek magnesium frame, Surface Pro 3 has all the power and performance of a laptop in an incredibly lightweight, versatile form. It may just be the ultimate device.
The power and performance of a laptop with the convenience of a tablet

Surface Pro 3 is the thinnest and lightest in our Pro family with a 12″ laptop-sized screen for ultimate productivity. The 4th generation Intel Core Processor provides insanely fast performance. With the multi-position Kickstand, optional click-in keyboard,2 and multiple ports, Pro 3 gives you unmatched versatility as a tablet or laptop.
Runs Windows, Office, desktop apps & browsers

Since Surface Pro 3 runs Windows 8.1 Pro, you can install your favorite desktop software, including the full Microsoft Office Suite,3 and open apps side-by-side. Get the best of Microsoft like Skype, OneDrive, Xbox Music and more, on one device.
Best writing and drawing experience

With a flexible Kickstand, Palm Block technology, and Surface Pen, Surface Pro 3 was designed to give you the most natural writing experience on a tablet. Click Pen once for OneNote, even if your screen is locked, to capture your thoughts instantly.
Big screen entertainment, anywhere

Stay entertained with the bigger, beautiful 12″ Full HD screen, Kickstand, and Dolby-enhanced speakers. Easily expand your music or movie library and share between devices with the microSD card and USB port. With up to 9 hours of web browsing,4 our battery keeps going as long as it needs to.
Make the most of Surface

Click in to the Surface Pro Docking Station for an instant desktop workstation. Add the efficiency of a click-in keyboard and the precision of a wireless mouse. Share content to the big screen with video adapters. Screen protectors and sleeves help keep your Surface safe.5
Amazing Apps

Surface Pro 3 comes with apps that help you socialize, stay in touch, share and view documents, organize photos, listen to music, and watch movies. You can find even more apps in the Windows Store.

Accessories

Surface Pro Type Cover

Surface Pro Docking Station

Microsoft Office
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Surface 2 Surface Pro 3
Operating system Windows RT 8.1 Windows 8.1 Pro
Software Runs touch-optimized Windows Store apps Runs desktop software like browsers, iTunes and Adobe Photoshop (sold separately)
Applications Access to Windows Store Access to Windows Store
Office Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013 RT versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, & OneNote apps are included.7 Runs the full Microsoft Office suite (sold separately)
Screen 10” display
1920×1080 resolution		 12” display
2160×1440 resolution
Processor NVIDIA Tegra 4 4th generation Intel processor for ultimate performance
Storage options1 32GB or 64GB with 2GB RAM 64GB or 128GB with 4GB RAM
256GB or 512GB with 8GB RAM
Battery life Up to 10 hours of video playback Up to 9 hours of web browsing4
Kickstand 2-position Multi-position
Surface pen included   Palm block technology and 256 levels of pressure sensitivity
Ports Full-size USB 3.0
microSD card reader
Headset jack
Cover port		 Full-size USB 3.0
microSD card reader
Headset jack
Cover port

With docking station:5
Power supply input
3 USB 3.0 ports
2 USB 2.0 ports
GB Ethernet port
3.5mm audio input/output
Mini DisplayPort video output
HD video HD Video out port Mini DisplayPort
In the box Surface 2
24W Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Safety and warranty documents		 Surface Pro 3
Surface Pen
36W Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Safety and warranty documents
Compatible accessories Type Cover 2 or Touch Cover 2
Arc Touch Mouse
HD Digital AV Adapter
VGA Adapter
Wedge Mouse		 Type Cover 3
Arc Touch Mouse
MiniDisplay Port to HD adapter
MiniDisplay Port to VGA adapter
Surface Pro Docking Station
Ethernet Adapter
Wedge Mouse
Specification Details
Technical Specifications
Software Windows 8.1 Pro
Exterior Dimensions: 201.3 mm x 292 mm x 9.1 mm (7.93 in x 11.5 in x .36 in)
Weight: 1.76 lbs (800g)6
Casing: Magnesium
Color: Silver
Physical buttons: Volume, Power
Storage1 64GB
128GB
256GB
512GB
Display Screen: 12″ ClearType Full HD Plus display
Resolution: 2160 x 1440
Aspect Ratio: 3:2
Touch: Multi-touch
CPU & Wireless 4th generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Processor
System memory: 4GB or 8GB memory options
TPM Chip for enterprise security
Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11ac/802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology
Battery Life Up to 9 hours web browsing4
Cameras, Video & Audio Two 5MP HD cameras, front and rear-facing, with 1080p HD video recording
Dual microphones
Stereo speakers with Dolby sound
Ports Full-size USB 3.0
microSD card reader
Headset jack
Mini DisplayPort
Cover port
Sensors Ambient light sensor
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Warranty 1-year limited hardware warranty
Surface Pen Dimensions: 135 mm (length), 9.5 mm (diameter)
Weight: 20 grams
In the box Surface Pro 3
Surface Pen
36W Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Safety and warranty documents
  1. System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. See Surface.com/Storage for more details.
  2. Keyboard sold separately.
  3. Office sold separately.
  4. Testing consisted of full battery discharge while Internet browsing over Wi-Fi. Internet browsing was tested browsing 25 popular webpages. All settings were default except: Wi-Fi was associated with a network, auto-brightness disabled, and Bluetooth radio was turned off. Battery life varies with settings, usage, and other factors.
  5. All accessories are sold separately.
  6. Surface Pro 3 is 11.9mm and 2.4lbs with Type Cover attached.
  7. Some functionality may be limited. See Office.com/OfficeRT

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Asus VS247H-P 23.6-Inch Full-HD LED-Lit LCD Monitor

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Direct Reviews

ASUS VS247H-P – 23.6″ 1920×1080 Full HD – Slim Form Factor with Built-in Power Adapter – Corporate Stable Model and EPEAT Gold Certified – LED Backlight with 50,000,000:1 ASCR. Response time for monitor is 2ms. Continue reading →

Samsung BD-H5100 Smart Streaming Blu-Ray Disc Player (Certified Refurbished)

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

The BD-H5100 makes bringing greater picture quality to your favorite entertainment more fun and affordable. Discover more entertainment and enjoy streaming services from built-in Content Partners + Opera TV Apps directly from your Home Theater System that lets you stream music, movies, TV shows and more. With HD Upconversion, non-HD video is auto-enhanced to bring you near-HD quality. You’ll see your favorite titles with greater detail and clarity that you’ve never seen before (HD TV required). Your Smart Blu-ray Player is ready when you are in as little as 0.5 seconds. Most other Blu-ray players take up to 10 seconds. Get complete access to stored audio and video files from any USB memory drive or external hard drive. This wide range of compatibility allows you to connect and share content via USB. Connect your TV and audio systems for higher quality audio and a better entertainment experience when watching your favorite movies, shows and sports. The HDMI connection transmits digital video and audio over a single cable. Dolby Digital Plus
optimizes the TV sound quality when viewing and listening to Internet movies, Internet music and other content played back from wired or wireless mobile phones, PCs and tablet devices. DTS Surround
decodes DTS-encoded content, such as TV shows, Blu-ray movies and streaming media, and processes stereo content to deliver an optimized surround sound experience with enhanced bass response, clear dialog and consistent volume levels.
PLEASE NOTE: Some apps may require additional fees or subscriptions. Internet access required. Continue reading →

Toshiba Satellite C55D-B5308 15.6-Inch Laptop

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

Toshiba – Satellite 15.6inch TFT; Laptop – AMD E1-Series – 4GB Memory – 500GB Hard Drive – Jet Black Continue reading →

ASUS VS228H-P 21.5-Inch Full-HD 5ms LED-Lit LCD Monitor

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

ASUS VS228H-P – 21.5″ 1920×1080 Full HD – Slim Form Factor with Built-in Power Adapter – Corporate Stable Model and EPEAT Gold Certified – LED Backlight with 50,000,000:1 ASCR.Analog: 1x VGA, Digital: 1x DVI-D , 1x HDMI.Note: DVI-D is supported via the HDMI-to-DVI cable, Headphone Jack: 1x 1/8″ (3.5mm). Continue reading →

Dell S2240M 21.5-Inch Screen LED-lit Monitor

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

Dell S2240M 21.5″ Monitor with IPS LED Panel Details and ultrawide angle: When it’s on, you’re there.

Jump in the action with the modern S2240M 21.5″ monitor, offering ultrawide viewing, a virtually borderless screen and our Image Enhance feature.

  • Contemporary styling: Feel like you’re there with an elegant, virtually borderless 21.5″ display featuring an almost-invisible bezel.
  • Superb performance: Images come alive with color-boosting Image Enhance, ultrawide viewing IPS panel and Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 max.) in a 16:9 widescreen format.
  • Versatile connections: Easily connect to your laptop or desktop with VGA and DVI-D (HDCP) connectivity.

Vivid by design.

Dell S2240M 21.5
  • Virtually borderless: Creative projects, movies and games appear expansive on this 21.5″ screen with an almost-invisible bezel.
  • Ultrawide viewing angle: The stellar view pulls you in from nearly any perspective with an ultrawide 178°/178° viewing angle.
  • Distinctive styling: Add refinement to your studio or home office. The S2240M monitor offers a pristine finish, premier craftsmanship and a streamlined cable design.

The picture pulls you in.

Dell S2240M 21.5
  • Stunning clarity: Savor razor-sharp detail in games, movies and photos with the color-boosting Image Enhance feature. Vivid clarity shines with a mega-dynamic contrast ratio of 8 million:1 (typical) and an 82-percent color gamut.
  • Customizable color: Dell Display Manager helps keep you productive with fast access to software such as Auto Mode, which enables you to select your preferred color mode for each application.
  • Full HD resolution: Images come alive with Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 max.) on this glossy 21.5″ screen in a 16:9 widescreen format.

Work with ease. Stay entertained for hours.

Dell S2240M 21.5
  • Be comfortable: Set your preferred viewing angle with extensive tilt adjustability. Tilt the S2240M panel up to 4° forward or 21° backward.
  • Stay versatile: Easily connect to your laptop or desktop with VGA and DVI-D (HDCP) connectivity.

Rest easy with an eco-conscious design and solid support.

  • Be environmentally responsible: In addition to being ENERGY STAR® – qualified and EPEAT® Silver-registered, the S2240M monitor features arsenic-free glass and a mercury-free LED panel.
  • Save resources:Reduce power consumption by dimming the monitor or by putting it into sleep mode by enabling PowerNap.

Dell S2240M 21.5

S2240M 21.5″ monitor at a glance…
  • Diagonally viewable size: 21.5″ (18.76″ horiz., 11.85″ vert.)
  • Panel: LED, switching IPS (In-plane Switching)
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (at 60Hz)
  • Aspect ratio: 16:9
  • Max viewing angle: 178° vertical & horizontal (typical)
  • Brightness: 250 cd/m2 (typical)
  • Color gamut: 82% (typical)
  • Contrast ratio: 1,000:1 (typical), 8 million:1 (dynamic contrast ratio)
  • Response time: 7 ms with overdrive (gray to gray) (typical)
  • Connectors: VGA & DVI (HDCP)

Photo Gallery

S2240M : Front View
S2240M: Angled View
S2240M: Back View
S2240M: Left Side View
S2240M: Right Side View
S2240M: Monitor Back View
S2240M: View of Port Connections

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Canon VIXIA HF G30 HD Camcorder with HD CMOS Pro

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

Canon VIXIA HF G30 Digital Camcorder – 3.5″ – Touchscreen OLED – HD CMOS Pro – Full HD 8454B001 Camcorders Continue reading →

GoPro HERO

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

High Definition Camera, 1080-30 Video, 5MP Photo, Ultra Wide Angle Lens, Integrated Waterproof Housing, Mono Mic. Continue reading →

Acer G236HL Bbd 23-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

Acer G-Series monitors sport a super-slim profile with an X-shaped stand that lets them fit nicely in spaces of any size. Oustanding performance, eco-friendliness and smart use of energy complement the sleek design – all while staying well within budget. The Acer G236HL Bbd showcases a 23″ Widescreen LCD with impressive 1920 x 1080 resolution. Enjoy widely available 16:9 HD digital content without image distortion on the expansive widescreen LCD. The remarkable 100 Million:1 contrast ratio ensures a crystal-clear viewing experience while rapid 5ms response time keeps moving images sharp. It also supports both VGA and DVI-D inputs offering greater compatibility. The Acer G-Series LCD brings an amazing multimedia experience to your home with a widescreen cinematic view and a unique fighter pilot style. Continue reading →

LG Electronics BP340 Blu-Ray Disc Player with Built-in Wi-Fi

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Direct Reviews

Play your existing Blu-ray and DVD library via LG”s BP340 or access on-line content via the built-in Wi-Fi. Continue reading →