Microsoft Surface Pro 8 now available in Egypt

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 now available in Egypt

Microsoft Egypt is announcing the general availability of the Surface Pro 8 in the Egyptian market. Organizations in Egypt will be able to purchase the latest Microsoft Surface Pro from local authorized Microsoft device partners. The devices are built to be modern and designed to enhance productivity, promote innovation and ensure safety and security.

Launched in September last year a global chip and processor shortage has led to its slow rollout. The latest model of Microsoft’s 2-in-1 laptop, Surface Pro 8 starts at $1099.99

Surface Pro 8 Egypt Microsoft

I’m excited to announce the launch of the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 in Egypt, says Finn Morris, Surface Business Group Director at Microsoft Middle East and Africa, speaking about the devices coming to Egypt. “The new Surface device aims to unlock the potential of today’s digital workforce and enable industries to reach new heights“, she adds.

Surface Pro 8 Egypt

The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 gets a big improvement from its predecessor with a larger screen, new ports and the latest hardware. It comes powered by Windows 11 and runs on an 11th generation Intel core processor. Supports up to 32 GB of RAM and removable 256 SSD or 1T HDD of storage. Sports a 13-inch 120Hz display, two USB C Thunderbolt 4 ports. It has a vibrant display with a 10MP 4K rear-facing camera and is very slim and light weighing 891g. Check out the device hands-on review of Pro 8 below to learn more about the new changes.

Microsoft recently launched the Surface Pro 8 and Surface Laptop Studio in the UAE and Qatar. We can expect to see them launch in the South Africa market shortly.

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BookFun 11, Intel and GEEKOM launch professional gaming laptop

BookFun 11, Intel and GEEKOM launch professional gaming laptop

GEEKOM is partnering with Intel to launch the GEEKOM Intel BookFun 11 professional gaming laptop. The co-branded laptop seeks to offer gamers and creators a high-quality device with cutting-edge technology and solid performance.

BookFun 11 GEEKOM Intel gaming laptop

The BookFun 11 comes in a magnesium alloy black chassis with a 2560×1440 pixels 15.6″ IPS display. It sports a narrow bezel design, QHD 165 Hz high refresh rate, and a 16:9 aspect ratio. It is powered by an 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11800H processor, with 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.6GHz turbo frequency, and 24MB of cache memory. The discrete NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics card promises to deliver a game-changing experience with fluid frame rates. The BookFun 11 also comes with memory which can be expanded up to 64GB. There is 1TB of PCIe SSD Intel Optane storage to boost and run gaming and multiple programs quickly.

GEEKOM say the BookKFun provides maximum power for gaming, CAD modeling, rendering videos, and more. The 32GB, 1TB SSD version sells at $2499 but is currently available to pre-order at $1999.

Check out the full device specification for the co-branded laptop from Intel and GEEKOM below.

GEEKOM Intel BookFun 11 specifications

Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Dimensions 357 x 235 x 21.65 mm
Weight – 1.94kg
Processor 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-11800H, 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.6GHz
GPU Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070
Display15.6″ Narrow Bezel IPS 16:9 ratio, QHD (2560 x1440) 165 Hz
ColorMagnesium-Alloy Chassis in Black
Memory (2 x 16GB) Dual channel DDR4 SODIMMs, 64 GB (2 X 32GB) maximum
Storage PCIe 1TB SSD
Camera
Battery 94W
Connectivity Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201, 802.11ax 2×2 2.4 Gbps
Bluetooth v5.1
PortsUSB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A × 3
HDMI 2.1 × 1 full size
Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4b Connectivity
RJ-45 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
SDXC slot
In The Box GEEKOM Intel BookFun 11 Laptop
Power Adapter
User Guide
Thank You Card

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New Infinix INBOOK X2 laptop launches with ultra-thin body

New Infinix INBOOK X2 laptop launches with ultra-thin body

Infinix is announcing the latest model of the INBOOK X series, the Infinix INBOOK X2 laptop. The INBOOK X2 comes in an aluminium alloy full-metal body, weighing 1.24kg and is ultra-thin at 14.8mm. It comes pre-installed with the latest version of Microsoft’s operating system Windows 11 and is powered by a 10nm Intel Core Processor.

Infinix INBOOK X2 comes with a 14-inch full-color high-brightness display. It offers three specifications including i7, i5 and i3 available with storage capacities of 256GB/521Gb and 8/16GB RAM. Infinix says you can get up to 9 hours of daily use from one full charge. The 45W USB C fast charger gives you up to 60% battery power in one hour.

Infinix introduces some new technologies in the laptop, these include Dual-Star Light Camera, a dual-LED fill light in the camera to give you clear video calls. The second is ICE STORM, a cooling system that helps the processor dissipate heat faster and reduces temperature under heavy workloads. The third is AirLink, which enables seamless collaboration between Infinx laptops and mobile phones.

The Infinix INBOOK X2 laptops will be available from January 22 starting at $399 (i3), $549 (i5) & $649 (i7). It is expected to come to markets including Indonesia, Thailand, Egypt, and Nigeria. We will update you with the country-specific prices when they are announced. Check out the full device specifications and review by Tech Spurt for the INBOOK X2 below.

Last year Infinix entered the laptop product category launching the INBOOK Pro, INBOOK X1 series laptops.

Infinix INBook X2 laptop specifications

Infinix INBOOK X2 laptop
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Dimensions Width – 323.3 mm
Depth – 211.1mm
Height – 14.8mm
Weight – 1.24 kg
Processor Intel® Core™ i3-1005G1
Intel® Core™ i5-1035G1
Intel® Core™ i7-1065G7
10nm, 4 Cores, 8 Threads, 3.9GHz
GPU Intel Iris Plus
DisplaySize – 14 inches
Type – IPS
Aspect Ratio – 16:9
Resolution – 1920*1080
Maximum Brightness – 300 nits
Colour Gamut – 100% sRGB
Viewing Angle – 178 degrees
ColorGrey, Blue, Green, Red
Memory 8GB/16GB
Storage 256GB/512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0
Camera Dual-Star light HD Video Camera
Battery Lithium polymer 55 Wh
Connectivity Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac,160MHz 2.4GHz and 5GHz
BT 5.1
PortsUSB-C x 1 (support data, charging and DisplayPort),
USB-C x 1 (support data)
USB 3.0 × 2
HDMI 1.4 × 1
SD card slot x 1
camera switch x 1
3.5 mm Headset and Microphone Jack x 1
In The Box Inbook X2
45W USB-C Power Adapter
USB-C Charger Cable
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card

Infinix Inbook X2 Review by Tech Spurt

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TravelMate B3 and TravelMate Spin B3, Acer announces new Windows 11 laptops for education

TravelMate B3 and TravelMate Spin B3, Acer announces new Windows 11 laptops for education

Acer is announcing the TravelMate B3 and TravelMate Spin B3 laptops for education that run Windows 11 SE or 11 Pro Education. The 11.6-inch laptops are able to survive the school day, with military-grade durability and 10-hour battery life. The laptops are to be available in the Middle East and Africa region in quarter 1 of 2022. The Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-32) will retail at EUR 359 whilst the TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311R-32) at EUR 539. Acer says the devices are very customizable and is letting schools choose a model that suits their students’ unique needs.

TravelMate B3 Acer

The laptops are built to support the needs of K-12 schoolchildren featuring the latest Intel Pentium Silver and Celeron processors. They are MIL-STD 810H certified and feature shock-absorbent bumpers. This makes them tough enough to withstand up to 60 kg of downward force and drops from up to 4ft. A unique drainage design helps to protect internal components from moderate spills. A mechanically-anchored key design also provides a double benefit. One, administrators can easily replace the entire keyboard. Two, individual keys are well-secured so that they won’t be dislodged by restless fingers.

Acer TravelMate B3 and Acer TravelMate Spin B3

TravelMate Spin B3 Acer

Durability aside, a number of thoughtful features help the laptops find their place within the classroom. Intel Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) with 2×2 MU-MIMO technology helps with connectivity in multi-user environments. An optional 4G LTE provides students with a connection when away from a router. A webcam makes the laptops suitable for taking classes from home. While a 10-hour battery life means that they can make it through the full school day, too. The battery indicator on the device’s front cover also lets teachers tell a student’s device needs a recharge.

The Acer TravelMate Spin B3 comes equipped with Acer Antimicrobial Design. It features not only an Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen, but also an antimicrobial (silver-ion) coating on commonly-used high-touch surfaces (including the keyboard, touchpad, and palm-rest surface) to protect these surfaces.

Users can further opt to include a dockable Wacom AES pen and 5 MP HDR world-facing camera, allowing schools to customize their laptops in order to suit their students’ specific needs.

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Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320) laptop, full device specification and price

Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320) laptop, full device specification and price

Dell is introducing the 2022 model of the XPS 13, the Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320). The laptop is redesigned from the ground up the company says, to be its highest-performing flagship ever. It sports a machined aluminum and glass body that makes the device feel thin, light and small. Dell says it is also the first device to be designed to have a 28W processor.

dell xps 13 plus 9320

The Dell XPS 13 Plus comes powered with a 12th generation Intel Core 28W processor and runs Windows 11. It has about four different display variants to choose from. A touch or non-touch display, a 4K, 3.5K, FHD+ or OLED touch display all with InfinityEdge. Typing will feel different with the larger keycap keyboard and a seamless glass haptic trackpad. It introduces a capacitive function, a touch bar kinda feature that lets you toggle between function and multimedia keys.

The new and redesigned XPS 13 starts retailing at $1199 and will be available worldwide spring of 2022. Check below for the full device specifications and device impressions.

Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320 laptop specifications

DimensionsHeight: 15.28 (0.60”) x Width: 295.3mm (11.63”) x Depth: 199.04mm (7.84”)
Weight1.24kg (2.73 lbs.)
OSWindows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro
Display13.4-inch 4K UHD+ (3840×2400) InfinityEdge touch display; DisplayHDR™ 400, 500-nit
13.4-inch 3.5K (3456 x 2160) InfinityEdge OLED touch display, DisplayHDR™ 500, 400-nit,
13.4-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) InfinityEdge touch display; 500-nits,
13.4-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) InfinityEdge display; 500-nits
CPU12th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-1240P (12MB Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 12 cores)
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-1260P (18MB Cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 cores)
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-1270P (18MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 12 cores)
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-1280P (24MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 14 cores)
GraphicsIntel® Iris® Xe Graphics
ConnectivityIntel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E 1675 (AX211) (2×2) + Bluetooth 5.2
ColorPlatinum, Graphite
Memory8GB LPDDR5 128-bit Dual Channel at 5200MHz
16GB LPDDR5 128-bit Dual Channel at 5200MHz
32GB LPDDR5 128-bit Dual Channel at 5200MHz
(onboard memory)
Storage256GB PCIe 3 x4 SSD,
512GB PCIe 4 x4 SSD,
1TB PCIe 4 x4 SSD,
2TB PCIe 4 x4 SSD
Pricestarts at $1199
Battery55WHr battery (built-in)
Adapter60W AC adapter, (USB Type-C™)
Port2x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C™) with DisplayPort and Power Delivery
1 USB-C to USB-A v3.0

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