Microsoft Corp. (US:msft) said Tuesday morning that it will launch the first version of its Surface tablet on Oct. 26 at a starting price of $499 for a 32GB version. The tablet will run the RT version of its new Windows 8 operating system, meaning the software is designed to run on the ARM-based chips used in mobile devices.
This version of the Surface tablet will be powered with a Tegra processor from Nvidia (US:nvda). It will go on sale in stores in the U.S. and Canada, and be available online in eight other countries starting Oct. 26. A 32GB version of the tablet bundled with a touch keypad cover will cost $599. The Touch Covers will also sell separately in five different colors for $120.
Source : Market Watch
