Subj : Microsoft is ditching hundreds of mice, keyboards and webcams to
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From : TechnologyDaily
Date : Fri Apr 28 2023 12:30:03

Microsoft is ditching hundreds of mice, keyboards and webcams to focus on 
Surface

Date:
Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:22:15 +0000

Description:
Surface-branded accessories will soon be your only option - so grab those 
cheaper Microsoft ones now before supplies run out.

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Microsoft is to stop manufacturing its own-branded peripherals - such as mice 
, keyboards, and webcams - for the first time since the 1980s, but theres a 
catch. 

The news follows a conversation between senior communications manager Dan 
Laycock and The Verge , which spelled out the end for Microsoft peripherals. 

While its unlikely that they will become collectors items, Microsoft isnt to 
stop selling peripherals altogether. Instead, it will build its existing 
Surface portfolio in an effort to try to appeal to more consumers. Microsoft 
Surface only 

The companys Surface range of products currently includes a series of budget 
and high-end laptops and tablets, as well as a single all-in-one desktop 
targeted at professional users. 

To match their Surface-branded hardware, buyers can opt for Surface-branded 
peripherals that include a variety of mice, keyboards , keyboard cases for 
tablets, styluses, and a selection of docks. Read more 

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The company has also dabbled in the audio market with headphones and 
earphones, indicating a willingness to expand, which ties in with the latest 
announcement that it would indeed focus on its Surface brand. 

Laycock explained to The Verge: We will continue to offer a range of Surface 
branded PC Accessories - including mice, keyboards, pens, docks, adaptive 
accessories, and more. 

There are some areas currently untouched by the Surface brand, including 
webcams. TechRadar Pro has asked Microsoft about plans to expand its produce 
range. 

As for Microsoft-branded accessories, they will remain on sale for as long as 
supplies last at their current price points, which are typically a fair chunk 
cheaper than their Surface counterparts, so if youre after a bargain, act 
fast. Check out the best productivity apps to use on your Surface or other PC



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Link to news story:
https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-is-ditching-hundreds-of-mice-keyboard
s-and-webcams-to-focus-on-surface


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