I've recently looked on some of the tech sites and one thing just doesn't feel right. In many cases their content is pro Mac/iPhone/iPad - all I read is that Apple delivers high quality devices, operating systems and unbeatable amounts of gorgeus apps, while Microsoft's and Windows notebook manufacturers offer is inferior. What the hell, did Apple's marketing ate all the brains on this planet or Redmond is really going down? I have a third generation iPad and i like it, but it feels like a nicely wraped experience that tries to hypnotize people with slick and pleasing UI, at the same time being stubborn not to offer really new and groundbreaking things (dividing screen on W8). So Apple - bling-bling overpriced stuff or Microsoft's killer in the upcoming years?
Surface is an utter failure in numbers or profits.
iPad had been the most successful product for Apple which crossed sales of 100 million devices in 2 years.
Not to forget how many people returned surface back and reviews been bad compared to excellent consumer satisfaction rating of iPad and highly rated by critics
That must tell you something , right ?
People don't want to own a PC with different form factor like surface.
If they want serious stuff , there are ultrabooks , laptops and desktops.
If they want consumption device , there are android tablets and iPads.
People are not looking to buy "another computer" (in other words surface) , they want to buy something easier to use , gives all day battery life and light weight.
Leaving surface aside ,
RT is mixed bag which is bad at everything.
.It doesn't have apps what consumers are looking for.Its a new platform.
It cannot compete at low end , it cant compete at Apple pricing.
Its DOA.