SP3 Accessories - Your Favorites?

[hopmedic]

Myself, I hate a glossy screen. Give me matte or give me death. So I couldn't wait to find a matte screen protector for my Surface. On the SP2 I used an Incipio Plex anti-glare screen protector. They haven't come out with one for the SP3 yet (though I did contact them, and they are working on it). In the meantime, I found one on Amazon for a MUCH lower price (paid $19.99 for the Incipio 2-pack).
Amazon.com: [3-Pack] SUPERSHIELDZ- Anti-Glare & Anti-Fingerprint (Matte) Screen Protector For Microsoft Surface Pro 3 + Lifetime Replacements Warranty [3-PACK] - Retail Packaging: Computers & Accessories

It's a three-pack (vs. two for the Incipio), and it was under $7 with shipping. I received mine on Saturday and put it on immediately. This is the first time I've gotten a screen protector of this size on absolutely perfectly. Now that's not as much a function of the screen protector as it is of my having had plenty of practice, though. I love the anti-glare property - it is just right. The fit is right, it doesn't adversely affect the touch properties of the screen or the writing ability of the pen. I highly recommend it. As Siskel and Ebert used to say, "Two thumbs up."

 

[hopmedic]

I also picked up one of these:
Amazon.com : Leuchtturm Pen Loop Grey : Office Products

Here is both a front and back view:
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[seangprice]

I got the bendable surface mouse... the Mouse is awesome! somewhat small but super portable and easy to use and setup.

 

[theefman]

Stickerboy skins Stickerboy — Welcome. With a screen protector reduces the need for a case except when transporting the SP3 so you keep the slim form factor with a bit of protection.

 

[jedge]

I also picked up one of these:
Amazon.com : Leuchtturm Pen Loop Grey : Office Products

That one is sold out, here's a new link, lots of colors to choose from: Amazon.com: pen loop: Office Products

I picked up this mouse because it has the windows button, tilt-scroll wheel, bluetooth, and super-cheap (was $20).
Amazon.com: Microsoft Sculpt Comfort Mouse (H3S-00003): Electronics


I would also recommend this if you want to hook it up to a projector or external monitor:
Amazon.com: Cable Matters Mini DisplayPort (Thunderbolt™ Port Compatible) to HDMI/DVI/VGA Male to Female 3-in-1 Adapter in Black: Computers & Accessories

 

[yonghong]

I got logitech T630 BT Mouse, it's awsome ,very little but can do everything, love it , only cost me $17 from dell.ca after $50 free coupon applied.

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[Lenner Smith]

well, anybody tried such case:
Amazon.com: Hapurs Microsoft Surface Pro 3 wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case with Touchpad - Portfolio PU Leather Stand Case / Cover for Microsoft Surface Pro 3 12 inch Windows 8.1 tablet Only: Computers & Accessories It looks good, but seem blocks the kickstand.

 

[hopmedic]

That one is sold out, here's a new link, lots of colors to choose from: Amazon.com: pen loop: Office Products

I must have gotten the last one! :wink:

I would also recommend this if you want to hook it up to a projector or external monitor:
Amazon.com: Cable Matters Mini DisplayPort (Thunderbolt™ Port Compatible) to HDMI/DVI/VGA Male to Female 3-in-1 Adapter in Black: Computers & Accessories
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I picked up that same one in white.

well, anybody tried such case:
Amazon.com: Hapurs Microsoft Surface Pro 3 wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case with Touchpad - Portfolio PU Leather Stand Case / Cover for Microsoft Surface Pro 3 12 inch Windows 8.1 tablet Only: Computers & Accessories It looks good, but seem blocks the kickstand.

Personally, I wouldn't use that case for a couple reasons. First, even though not much, it does cover part of the airflow ports, and could lead to overheating. Second, with the keyboard being not attached, and being BT, that's one more thing to have to charge. That's something I like about the TypeCover. Nothing there to charge. And third, you lose the functionality of the beautiful kickstand that the SP3 has. It looks nice, but functionally, and engineering-wise, I'm not a fan.

As for a mouse, I like the Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse.
Amazon.com: Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse - Black: Computers & Accessories
I've had mine for about two and a half years, if memory serves (I actually have one at work and one for my Surface, and my wife has one as well), and what I like is that it flattens out (which turns it off), to fit nicely in a thin bag/sleeve. There's a Surface version, and I think the only difference is that the scroll bar is black, though it may have BT to eliminate the USB receiver, but I've never had good experience with BT mice, so I haven't looked for that.

 

[jonty12]

Myself, I hate a glossy screen. Give me matte or give me death. So I couldn't wait to find a matte screen protector for my Surface. On the SP2 I used an Incipio Plex anti-glare screen protector. They haven't come out with one for the SP3 yet (though I did contact them, and they are working on it). In the meantime, I found one on Amazon for a MUCH lower price (paid $19.99 for the Incipio 2-pack).
Amazon.com: [3-Pack] SUPERSHIELDZ- Anti-Glare & Anti-Fingerprint (Matte) Screen Protector For Microsoft Surface Pro 3 + Lifetime Replacements Warranty [3-PACK] - Retail Packaging: Computers & Accessories

It's a three-pack (vs. two for the Incipio), and it was under $7 with shipping. I received mine on Saturday and put it on immediately. This is the first time I've gotten a screen protector of this size on absolutely perfectly. Now that's not as much a function of the screen protector as it is of my having had plenty of practice, though. I love the anti-glare property - it is just right. The fit is right, it doesn't adversely affect the touch properties of the screen or the writing ability of the pen. I highly recommend it. As Siskel and Ebert used to say, "Two thumbs up."

Got mine installed today. Love the feel of the screen. Love the cut down of the glare. Love the lack of fingerprints. ... hate that I've got two tiny dust fragments on the edge; the tiny bubbles are driving me nuts.

 

[Mr. Brown]

Myself, I hate a glossy screen. Give me matte or give me death. So I couldn't wait to find a matte screen protector for my Surface. On the SP2 I used an Incipio Plex anti-glare screen protector. They haven't come out with one for the SP3 yet (though I did contact them, and they are working on it). In the meantime, I found one on Amazon for a MUCH lower price (paid $19.99 for the Incipio 2-pack).
Amazon.com: [3-Pack] SUPERSHIELDZ- Anti-Glare & Anti-Fingerprint (Matte) Screen Protector For Microsoft Surface Pro 3 + Lifetime Replacements Warranty [3-PACK] - Retail Packaging: Computers & Accessories

It's a three-pack (vs. two for the Incipio), and it was under $7 with shipping. I received mine on Saturday and put it on immediately. This is the first time I've gotten a screen protector of this size on absolutely perfectly. Now that's not as much a function of the screen protector as it is of my having had plenty of practice, though. I love the anti-glare property - it is just right. The fit is right, it doesn't adversely affect the touch properties of the screen or the writing ability of the pen. I highly recommend it. As Siskel and Ebert used to say, "Two thumbs up."

Does it help reduce fingerprints?

 

[nrnw]

Myself, I hate a glossy screen. Give me matte or give me death. So I couldn't wait to find a matte screen protector for my Surface. On the SP2 I used an Incipio Plex anti-glare screen protector. They haven't come out with one for the SP3 yet (though I did contact them, and they are working on it). In the meantime, I found one on Amazon for a MUCH lower price (paid $19.99 for the Incipio 2-pack).
Amazon.com: [3-Pack] SUPERSHIELDZ- Anti-Glare & Anti-Fingerprint (Matte) Screen Protector For Microsoft Surface Pro 3 + Lifetime Replacements Warranty [3-PACK] - Retail Packaging: Computers & Accessories

It's a three-pack (vs. two for the Incipio), and it was under $7 with shipping. I received mine on Saturday and put it on immediately. This is the first time I've gotten a screen protector of this size on absolutely perfectly. Now that's not as much a function of the screen protector as it is of my having had plenty of practice, though. I love the anti-glare property - it is just right. The fit is right, it doesn't adversely affect the touch properties of the screen or the writing ability of the pen. I highly recommend it. As Siskel and Ebert used to say, "Two thumbs up."

looks great..thanks for the link. does it have cutouts for the front camera and microphone?

 

[anon(7901790)]

It's kinda funny. The ONLY accessories I have specifically for my SP3 is the Snugg leather folio (Electric Blue), a display port to HDMI adaptor, and the cyan Type Cover. I haven't needed any other accessories. And the display port adaptor is a holdover from my old SP1.

 

[jonty12]

Does it help reduce fingerprints?

See my post... YES! dramatic fingerprint reduction.

 

[jonty12]

looks great..thanks for the link. does it have cutouts for the front camera and microphone?

Yes, there's one cutout for all three (camera, sensor, mic)

 

[calfee20]

I got the bendable surface mouse... the Mouse is awesome! somewhat small but super portable and easy to use and setup.

Did you get the Bluetooth one?

 

[jrohland]

My favorite accessory for my SP3? The spare power supply I have at work. Since I set up a power plan to keep the SP3 awake and keep the screen on all the time when on power, I have weather RADAR on screen all day when I'm not using the SP3 for other stuff.

 

[hopmedic]

Does it help reduce fingerprints?

Yes. Doesn't completely eliminate, but does cut back quite a bit, IMO.

looks great..thanks for the link. does it have cutouts for the front camera and microphone?

Yes.

 

[Blake Seaman]

Myself, I hate a glossy screen. Give me matte or give me death. So I couldn't wait to find a matte screen protector for my Surface. On the SP2 I used an Incipio Plex anti-glare screen protector. They haven't come out with one for the SP3 yet (though I did contact them, and they are working on it). In the meantime, I found one on Amazon for a MUCH lower price (paid $19.99 for the Incipio 2-pack).
Amazon.com: [3-Pack] SUPERSHIELDZ- Anti-Glare & Anti-Fingerprint (Matte) Screen Protector For Microsoft Surface Pro 3 + Lifetime Replacements Warranty [3-PACK] - Retail Packaging: Computers & Accessories

It's a three-pack (vs. two for the Incipio), and it was under $7 with shipping. I received mine on Saturday and put it on immediately. This is the first time I've gotten a screen protector of this size on absolutely perfectly. Now that's not as much a function of the screen protector as it is of my having had plenty of practice, though. I love the anti-glare property - it is just right. The fit is right, it doesn't adversely affect the touch properties of the screen or the writing ability of the pen. I highly recommend it. As Siskel and Ebert used to say, "Two thumbs up."

How does that protector effect your pen experience?

 

[jonty12]

How does that protector effect your pen experience?

For me it has improved the pen experience quite a bit. It now feels like writing on paper rather than writing on glass.

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[hopmedic]

How does that protector effect your pen experience?

To me, it is an improvement. It isn't as good as writing on paper (I don't think any of them will give you that), but it is a lot better than writing on oiled-up ice.