Microsoft's Surface: What's next, what's needed?
With changes possibly set to be announced by Microsoft on Tuesday, it's a good chance to take stock of Microsoft's first full-fledged PC.
Let's begin by saying that it's hardly clear at this point what Microsoft will announce. The company has sent out invitations for a "small gathering" on May 20 in New York City.
That has triggered a rash of speculation that the event is centered on a Surface Mini. But what I am hearing is that the Surface Pro will get some internal Intel Haswell-based tweaks. (Update: a possible larger design, maybe 12-inches, could come Tuesday or later.) But let's put aside the question about whether Microsoft will announce a Mini (or not) but, rather, ask: does Microsoft need a smaller Windows RT 8.1-based tablet?
