Windows 8 RT, as it stands today will only allow software that you get from the Microsoft Store. Windows 8 RT is unlike any PC you've ever heard about. Are you OK with Microsoft being your sole source of all applications?
The apps have no limitations. It's only limitation is if Microsoft will allow it and if the authors will put up with Microsot.
8 Pro is more like your regular Windows PC. Open choices.
Bob
I got a surface RT 64 and a touch cover as a gift but when I heard the Pro was coming out next month I returned it for an Amazon credit.
The lack of Outlook being available on the RT & the complaints I read about the limitations of apps on RT were the main deal breakers for me.
Now I'm thinking that the new Surface Pro will have half the battery life and that's a bigger problem.
I'm really looking for a windows laptop replacement
Should I have stayed with the RT and simply used my offices Outlook online version?

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