Microsoft addressing Surface Pro 4 "Flickergate" issue with out of warranty replacements

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By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

There's an issue affecting selected units of the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 devices where the display begins flickering. This issue cannot be addressed via a software update and is a problem with some of the displays used in the 2-in1 device. I've unfortunatley experienced the fkickering issue and have taken my out of warranty unit to various Microsoft Stores in Canada and in the US to be told that the issue can only get worse through time and that the best option in to move my apps and data over to another unit at my expense.

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Surface Pro 4 now gains Surface Dial on-screen support

Microsoft is giving some love to the venerable Surface Pro 4. This 2-in-1 PC can now use the Surface Dial as an on screen accessory. Surfae Dial was already supported by all Surface devices, including Surface Pro 4, but the latest update allows creatives to prop the dial on their Surface Pro display for more immersive control.

“We’ve released new updates for Surface Pro 4 devices,” Microsoft’s Brandon Records announced last night. “These updates include new drivers for Surface Dial Detection, Surface Digitizer Integration, Surface Touch, and Surface Touch Servicing ML which enable on-screen support for Surface Dial and resolve certain ghost/phantom touch issues.” Update should be rolling out shortly via Windows 10's Software Update.

Source: Thurrott.com

Microsoft's Surface Pro is $250 off for Family Day

Microsoft is celebrating the Surface's 5th anniversary and also Family Day in Canada by offering up to $250 off new Surface Pro devices bought online and in store. This is a great incentive for anyone pining for Microsoft's powerful and versatile 2-in-1 device. Check out the deal here.

Brydge makes it possible to convert Surface Pros into notebooks for $130

Surface Pro 3 and 4 users who have Surface Book envy now have the option to get a proper metal keyboard for their Surface devices. Brydge is offer two versions of the Brydge 12.3, one which functions simply as a Bluetooth keyboard ($129) and another which adds another 128GB of storage to your Surface Pro ($229). Set to ship in Spring, the Brydge 12.3 models are available for preorder now.