Microsoft Surface Pro 5, Surface Book 2, rumors and release date news: roundup of rumors, specs and other details of the anticipated devices

Catherine Salvador Sunday, December 18, 2016

Microsoft Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Satya Narayana Nadella speaks at a live Microsoft event in the Manhattan borough of New York. | Reuters/Lucas Jackson

So far, the devices that Microsoft had been releasing have gathered praises from the tech experts and the users themselves. This paved the way for many enthusiasts to expect more from the Redmond-based giant company, including the Microsoft Surface Pro 5, Surface Book 2 and even the Surface Phone.

Three new gadgets may be on the way despite Microsoft's tight lip. The Surface Pro 5 is anticipated due to its rumored Kaby Lake processor, which will significantly boost the current model's performance from its already impressive record.

Aside from the rumored Kaby Lake inclusion, the two-in-one tablet may also come with a 4K resolution screen, USB ports and a Surface Pen that is said to have rechargeable features.

As for the Microsoft Surface Book 2, enthusiasts expect that it will be an improved version of the original model. This year, the company released a revamped version of Surface Book, crashing the enthusiasts hope that they will release Book 2.

However, the enthusiasts are keeping their hopes high with the speculation that the Surface Book 2 may be launched in 2017. Details on the possible specs of the device have been scarce, but some believe that it would also boast 4K resolution and finally, the Kaby Lake processor.

Along with the Microsoft Surface Pro 5 and the Surface Book 2 is the rumored Surface Phone, which is said to be the next breed of handphone with technologically forward features. Microsoft has not been stating anything about the gadget, but there have been unofficial leaks pertaining to the anticipated smartphone.

Rumors claim that the Surface Phone will be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset since Qualcomm and Microsoft already sealed a deal for the upcoming device. Three variants are also expected to come out, including the Enthusiast edition, Business and Consumer editions.

Microsoft has yet to confirm the rumors so for now everything has to be taken with a pinch of salt.