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jychow
post Nov 1 2015, 10:12 PM

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Hi all the GURUS,
I just bought the Surface 3. It is still on Windows 8.1.

Is Windows 10 ready for prime time yet? Are the bugs ironed out yet? Please kindly advise. Thanks.


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post Nov 1 2015, 10:58 PM

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QUOTE(ReWeR @ Nov 1 2015, 10:39 PM)
surface 3 user here, already upgrade to win10, it's fine.

but i did a few fine tune to disable windows service and background services, because mine is 2gb ram only.
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I am using the 2GB / 64GB version. It is pretty good in Windows 8.1

Windows 10 is more future proof. smile.gif

How about the battery life? Thanks for sharing.
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post Nov 7 2015, 09:56 AM

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QUOTE(Music4ever @ Nov 7 2015, 08:07 AM)
Btw I planning to let go the type cover 3 (black)
Anyone interested?
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For surface 3?

PM.
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post Nov 7 2015, 12:09 PM

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QUOTE(Music4ever @ Nov 7 2015, 11:34 AM)
Should be ok I think like iPad wifi version
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I think iPad not entitled for relief.

Surface series is pure PC. Maybe can. Keep fingers crossed. smile.gif
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post Nov 7 2015, 06:23 PM

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QUOTE(numbertwo @ Nov 7 2015, 03:57 PM)
i bot one from AllIT , unknown brand and it works without any problem..
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hi. how much did you pay for that?
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post Nov 8 2015, 05:40 PM

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QUOTE(Music4ever @ Nov 8 2015, 02:47 PM)
Surface 3 should be sufficient like 1k cheaper
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Concur to that. Surface 3 is fast enough for light computing. Don't buy into Intel I series processor unless you intend to make processor intensive task. Casual browsing and Microsoft office apps are not processor intensive.

If budget allows, go for the 4GB memory version. I'm using 2GB and I'm very happy with its performance. Just sharing smile.gif
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post Nov 12 2015, 09:36 PM

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QUOTE(twtang @ Nov 12 2015, 08:36 PM)
yeah, I am new to lazada and just now just typed in google, and I am not alone....

Some even said they took our money to roll.
Anyway, what is your spec of SP3?
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sorry to hear about your ordeal.

I bought my surface 3 from Lazada just recently too but for the lower spec of 2GB/64GB. It went thru fine. I have only positive experience with Lazada purchases. perhaps that particular vendor is the one to blame. Do complain to Lazada as the vendor will be penalized
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post Nov 12 2015, 09:51 PM

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QUOTE(twtang @ Nov 12 2015, 09:46 PM)
My surface 3 order was RM1,999. Do you think they would want to sell it so cheap?  doh.gif
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actually i think they were clearing stock. my surface 3 is a lot less than what u paid for your higher spec unit.

maybe they over sold and couldn't restock at the old cost.
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post Nov 12 2015, 11:58 PM

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QUOTE(alex_cyw1985 @ Nov 12 2015, 11:17 PM)
Yea..spicy20
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hi where did you find the voucher code?
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post Nov 13 2015, 11:13 PM

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QUOTE(alex_cyw1985 @ Nov 13 2015, 06:56 AM)
Lazada website / facebook or follow/k lazada thread.
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Thanks.
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post Nov 14 2015, 09:44 PM

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Hi Anyone updated the windows 10 to fall release version?
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post Nov 14 2015, 11:27 PM

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QUOTE(Music4ever @ Nov 14 2015, 09:48 PM)
I'm using Windows 10 insider preview which same build as TH2
So far so good no BSOD but battery life not great yet
Think need time for the computer to adjust
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nice to hear just installed as well. I'm using Surface 3 with 2GB / 64GB. Will see how it goes. smile.gif
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post Nov 15 2015, 12:05 AM

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upon checking windows update, a new firmware was downloaded after installed, battery life estimation becomes more accurate.


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post Nov 15 2015, 11:09 PM

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QUOTE(harry17 @ Nov 15 2015, 10:28 PM)
hi new surface 3 user here, just wondering anyone selling cheap sleeve case and screen protector?
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hi, i've matte screen protector. bought extra sets in order to get discounts. PM me if interested.
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post Nov 16 2015, 09:43 PM

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I love the auto tablet mode. With the keyboard in its normal position, Windows 10 on surface switches to desktop mode. When I flip the keyboard to the back, Windows switches to tablet mode. Nice!
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post Nov 24 2015, 10:12 PM

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for those Surface 3 users who have upgraded to Windows 10 TH2, it is better to update the drivers and firmware to Nov release. I had some issue with battery loss during standby after updated to Windows 10. After applying the Nov firmware update, the battery life during standby has improved tremendously.

The link is here Surface 3 WIFI Nov update

Sorry if it is old news. Cheers. rclxms.gif
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post Nov 25 2015, 09:43 PM

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QUOTE(PeeEl @ Nov 25 2015, 09:55 AM)
Will all these be prompted in the unit itself like other updates where we can update from within(ota)? TQ.
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It should, but not happening. I don't know why. So just installed on my own and Windows 10 is running great, just like Windows 8.1 was with this machine.
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QUOTE(BradFordCas @ Nov 24 2015, 11:11 PM)
can u like suggest me either surface 3 or 4 ? need it for multitask&Some movies,
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The surface 3 on discount is alright. But saw some prices approaching 3k.... then it would be better to get Surface Pro 3.

Surface 3: Performance wise, it is great for media consumption and some basic computing. MS Office starts up super fast. Word and Excel start up in 2 to 3 seconds. Movies are definitely OK.
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post Dec 1 2015, 10:27 PM

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QUOTE(Wan+ @ Dec 1 2015, 01:04 PM)
Anyone having problem using the Facebook app in tablet mode?

When I click the Facebook app and after login, the facebook app will disappear suddenly.

Anyone facing same problem?
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On surface 3. Windows 10. Yes. The app crashes too often. Now using it on Chrome.
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post Dec 2 2015, 10:52 AM

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QUOTE(ozone9 @ Dec 2 2015, 10:44 AM)
Guys,
Just got my SP4 from Thundermatch.
So far so good except it cannot recognise and read my seagate external hdd.
I was using my MBP n it was working fine!
Still trying to solve this!!

Wonder if there's any 3rd party docking station or USB & other port ie hdmi vga etc expansion for SP4?
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you can try J5Create products.
boomerang
mini 3.0
mini ultra

it is universal. works for all USB 3.0 laptop.

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