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

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

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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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