Another milestone in the Windows on ARM platform going mainstream? Time will tell, as it always does. But so far it looks like Microsoft is finally on the right path regarding its ARM ambitions.
The alternate PC platform just got a nice little refresh.
And there is now speculation that bigger things may be ahead for it.
It is being reported that Redmond is internally considering using an ARM chip in the next Surface Go. This has not been 100% confirmed as of yet, with the company still deciding. But it is a discussion that the technology titan is currently having.
If this transpires, we can expect subtle changes in the Surface space but nothing major.
For starters, Microsoft might go with the Qualcomm 7c chip for the Go, since the flagship 8cx is usually only found in premium devices. And the Surface Go is definitely not one. So, in this sense, the switch might be quick and easy for the company.
Of course, an Intel option will continue to be available, particularly for business users of the device.
But on the whole, a move like this could make sense for Microsoft. The company is currently in the process of providing a heavy push to its Windows on ARM platform. This includes hardware options and various apps like Edge, Teams, and Visual Studio that have been optimized for it.
You also have the big one, Office.
Even third-party app developers are now finally jumping in, with Spotify leading the charge.
Guess at this point in time, we’ll just have to wait and see what Microsoft opts for.
If you want to try the platform, there are already plenty of Windows on ARM devices to tickle your fancy. These include machines like the Surface Pro X, the Galaxy Book Go, and even the new ThinkPad X13s.
Whether the Surface Go 4 joins this team will be evident soon.
