Surface Pro 6 Review: I have mixed feelings...

Here is my review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 6, one of the best 2-in-1 PCs on the market right now! It's a great computer, but―considering how underwhelming the upgrades are this generation―it honestly isn't as great as some say that it is. Some of you (but not all) who are interested in getting a Surface Pro 6 might have to think twice before getting one of these...

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Although the Surface Pro 6 you see in this review is the configuration of my choice and the one that I'm primarily putting the spotlight on (watch my review to find out what model I have), please do note that I HAVE extensively used both the i5 and i7 models―which is why I talk about both in this review. I think I know enough to be able to talk about all of the configuration tiers that are available for this device. :)

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Video Navigation

• 0:00 Introduction

Part 1: Technical Details, Hardware, and Analysis
• 0:08 Introduction
• 0:40 The CPU upgrade and why this is REALLY important
• 1:57 High-Tier and Entry-Level Surface Pro 6 Tech Specs
• 2:52 So, what else is new?
• 3:02 The New Black Finish: Hardware Appreciation
• 3:24 The New Black Finish: Nicks (bumps and scratches) are easy to see
• 3:40 Display
• 4:02 The Pen Experience: 2017 Surface Pen
• 5:03 Camera Test: Rear-Facing Cameras Only
• 5:03 Quick Mentions: Cameras, Windows Hello, and Speakers
• 5:32 Ports
• 5:46 Ports: microSDXC Card Slot focus (w/ speed benchmark)
• 6:09 Keyboard and Trackpad

Part 2: My Thoughts
• 6:31 Same old design, but finally... perfect??
• 7:04 My Beef with the Surface Pro 6
• 7:31 My Beef with the Surface Pro 6: No Thunderbolt 3
• 7:51 My Beef with the Surface Pro 6: Is the Competition Better?
• 8:28 My Beef with the Surface Pro 6: Four-year-old design and lackluster port selection
• 9:04 The Surface Pro 6 is actually a REALLY solid device though

Part 3: Who This Device Is Best For
• 9:23 My Thoughts: Summarized
• 9:52 Who do I think will like / dislike the Surface Pro 6?
• 10:10 Surface Pro 6: Great for Students and Hobbyist Artists
• 11:00 Surface Pro 6: Great for Programmers
• 11:43 Surface Pro 6: NOT for Gamers, Content Creators, and Filmmakers (Qualified)
• 12:29 My Thoughts: Final Recap & Configuration Recommendations
• 14:06 Thanks for Watching!!

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