Microsoft announced Magnetic Connect, a magnetic USB-C charging solution for the Surface Laptop Ultra that keeps the port's video and data functions. The laptop starts at $2,599 and begins shipping October 16.
The charging cable snaps magnetically into place while leaving the port fully functional for video output, data transfer, and standard USB-C connections.
The solution remains proprietary even though it occupies a standard USB-C port.
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Microsoft has set an October 16 launch date for the Surface Laptop Ultra with pricing from $2,599. The RTX Spark-powered laptop targets premium creative, gaming, and AI workloads.
Microsoft announced the Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch with Snapdragon X2 Plus at the Snapdragon Summit, citing up to 95% faster on-device AI and 18% better battery efficiency. The devices maintain prior form factors while adding features such as Ink Canvas and a recycled-content enclosure, with the Pro model priced from $1149.99 and shipping October 13.
Microsoft says Copilot on Copilot+ PCs will be able to use files and recent activity on your PC, take actions across Windows, and tap local AI models, with your permission. The features are expected to start rolling out in the coming months.
Microsoft demonstrated hybrid intelligence on Windows that runs AI models from 70 billion to 284 billion parameters locally. The approach keeps data on-device, supports offline use, and switches to cloud models for heavier tasks.
Amazon, OpenAI, and game studios released product updates this week. The items include refreshed e-readers, an AI agent, a game remaster, and new wired earbuds.
