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1. Apr 05, 2018  I don't know the specs of the Surface Book, but I would imagine you might at the very least run into problems finding drivers for some of the components; after all, if Microsoft designed it they probably designed it with Windows in mind, and no other OS.
2. Jun 20, 2013.EDIT - Check my channel for the OS X 10.8 Installation video/tutorial!. Also, here is an updated link to the files you will need, but unless you are confident in what you are doing, I'd.
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Get up to speed with Microsoft Surface devices, the powerful hybrid laptop/tablet (2-in-1) computers from Microsoft. In this course, instructor Nick Brazzi shines a spotlight on Surface devices as he details how to work in Windows 10 with a touch screen and a pen stylus. While Nick largely focuses on Surface.

The Surface Studio 2, like its predecessor, has redefined the all-in-one category. But, while it remains the most desirable Windows PC ever made, it's also flawed, with older processors, a lack of Thunderbolt 3, and a price most won't be prepared to pay.

Pros

• Innovative design
• Huge high resolution touch display
• Digital pen support
• Surface Dial support
• Powerful GPUs

Cons

• Incredibly expensive
• 7th Gen processors only quad-core
• No Thunderbolt 3

The newest refresh to the iMac adds latest generation processors from Intel, some decent options for storage, RAM and dedicated graphics, and maintains its iconic design. Importantly, it can cost significantly less than the Surface Studio 2, and you can still run Windows 10 on it if you wish.

Pros

• Striking design
• Powerful internals
• High resolution display
• 9th Gen processors up to Core i9
• Thunderbolt 3

Cons

• No touch display or pen support
• Spec upgrades are expensive

It used to be that creators would instinctively just buy an iMac, and for many years that was probably the right thing to do. Today, however, the Surface Studio 2 has so much to offer the current crop of creators and professional users that in many ways it's the right choice. But it's incredibly expensive, impossible to upgrade, and can't make use of Thunderbolt 3 accessories. The iMac, by contrast, can be had in a perfectly capable spec for much less, has that all important Thunderbolt 3 connection, and can run Windows 10 if you want in addition to macOS.

The draw to the Surface Studio 2 has to be the display. If the hinge, touch and pen support, and the optional Surface Dial appeal to you and your work, you'll be very happy. If you don't really need any of those things in your life, the iMac is probably a smarter choice.

Two iconic all-in-one PCs

Without the iMac's influence, the all-in-one PC space would probably look very different today. Apple might have the iMac Pro as its top tier desktop, but the mainstream model hasn't been forgotten, especially with a new model hitting the shelves.

Let's see how it compares on a hardware basis with the Surface Studio 2

Unusually, the Apple hardware is actually available for a lower price than the comparable Windows PC. Price alone shouldn't be the deciding factor, but it's a pretty big part of it.

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The key thing to consider is how you intend to use whichever you buy. The Surface Studio 2 has inferior hardware in some regards, such as the processor and lack of Thunderbolt 3, but it offers an experience that the iMac simply cannot match. That big, beautiful display is a giant canvas for you to draw and write on, touch and drag, and interact with in ways that is impossible on any Mac.

The Surface Studio 2 is probably the ultimate niche PC. It's desirable to all, but only truly useful to a handful. The iMac, by contrast, has a more mass market approach.

There's no touch or pen, and the display is fixed in position; but it has a better processor, a huge list of potential upgrades (if you're willing to pay Apple's often extortionate prices), two sizes, and a far more attractive price.

Choosing between Mac OS and Windows 10

The biggest difference between these two, of course, is the software. Mac OS and Windows 10 have plenty in common and share a lot of the same third party apps — as well as Microsoft Office — but they're still different.

Mac OS is very pleasant to use, incredibly well optimized, and always performs well. It also has great software support from Microsoft, such as with the Office Suite, OneDrive, and Skype, as well as notable third-party support from the likes of Adobe and Google. Many of the same apps can be used on a Mac as on Windows 10.

There is, however, one more thing. Thanks to Boot Camp, you can easily install Windows 10 as a dual-boot on a Mac. The same cannot be said of doing the reverse. So, with the iMac, you can have access to both platforms.

The bottom line

For the right type of buyer, that is, someone involved in photography, graphics, video editing or technical applications such as CAD, the Surface Studio 2 offers an unrivaled, if still flawed experience. Computing with your hands with input devices like the Surface Dial and the Surface Pen can truly change your workflow for the better. But it comes at a price.

Alternatively, the iMac is a suitably powerful all-in-one with a few bits of hardware that you won't get on the Surface Studio 2. You can get one in two sizes, spec up an Intel Core i9 six-core processor if you want, and hook up all manner of things over Thunderbolt 3, including an eGPU. Even the entry level iMac can be used in this way with a desktop class graphics card.

For most people considering these two, the iMac is the smart choice. Third-party app support is on par with Windows 10 and if there is something you simply can't get, you can simply install Windows on a dual-boot partition. If you fit into the niche that will truly find the unique features of the Surface Studio 2 useful, it remains unmatched.

Niche power

Surface Studio 2

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The most desirable PC is still niche

As a thing, the Surface Studio 2 is truly remarkable. But it's still a niche PC and most people can get what they need while spending less. If you're the sort of person who can make the most of it, though, it remains unmatched.

Best for most

iMac (2019)

For once, Apple has a more affordable product

The iMac is the better choice for most, but not just because you can get one for less. Add an eGPU over Thunderbolt 3 and pair it with the six-core Intel processors and you have a powerful all-in-one that's capable of running anything you need, including Windows 10.

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Surface Hub 2S enables you to connect external devices, mirror the display on Surface Hub 2S to another device, and connect multiple third-party peripherals including video conference cameras, conference phones, and room system devices.

You can display content from your devices to Surface Hub 2S. If the source device is Windows-based, that device can also provide TouchBack and InkBack, which takes video and audio from the connected device and presents them on Surface Hub 2S. If Surface Hub 2S encounters a High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) signal, such as a Blu-ray DVD player, the source is displayed as a black image.

Note

Surface Hub 2S uses the video input selected until a new connection is made, the existing connection is disrupted, or the Connect app is closed.

Recommended wired configurations

In general, it’s recommended to use native cable connections whenever possible such as USB-C to USB-C or HDMI to HDMI. Other combinations such as MiniDP to HDMI or MiniDP to USB-C will also work. Some additional configuration may be required to optimize the video-out experience, as described on this page.

When you connect a guest computer to Surface Hub 2S via the USB-C port, several USB devices are discovered and configured. These peripheral devices are created for TouchBack and InkBack. As shown in the following table, the peripheral devices can be viewed in Device Manager, which will show duplicate names for some devices, as shown in the following table.

Connecting video-in to Surface Hub 2S

You can input video to Surface Hub 2S using USB-C or HDMI, as indicated in the following table.

Surface Hub 2S video-in settings

Note

The 4K UHD resolution (3840×2560) is only supported when connecting to ports on the compute module. It is not supported on the “guest” USB ports located on the left, top, and right sides of the device.

Note

Video from a connected external PC may appear smaller when displayed on Surface Hub 2S.

Mirroring Surface Hub 2S display on another device

You can output video to another display using MiniDP, as indicated in the following table.

Surface Hub 2S video-out settings

Surface Hub 2S includes a MiniDP video-out port for projecting visual content from Surface Hub 2S to another display. If you plan to use Surface Hub 2S to project to another display, note the following recommendations:

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• Keyboard required. Before you begin, you’ll need to connect either a wired or Bluetooth-enabled external keyboard to Surface Hub 2S. Note that unlike the original Surface Hub, a keyboard for Surface Hub 2S is sold separately and is not included in the shipping package.
  
• Set duplicate mode. Surface Hub 2S supports video-out in duplicate mode only. However, you will still need to manually configure the display mode when you connect for the first time:
  1. Enter the Windows logo key + P, which opens the Project pane on the right side of Surface Hub 2S, and then select Duplicate mode.
  2. When you’re finished with your Surface Hub 2S session, select End Session. This ensures that the duplicate setting is saved for the next session.
     
• Plan for different aspect ratios. Like other Surface devices, Surface Hub 2S uses a 3:2 display aspect ratio (the relationship between the width and the height of the display). Projecting Surface Hub 2S onto displays with different aspect ratios is supported. Note however that because Surface Hub 2S duplicates the display, the MiniDP output will also only display in a 3:2 aspect ratio, which may result in letterboxing or curtaining depending on the aspect ratio of the receiving display.

Note

if your second monitor uses a 16:9 aspect ratio (the predominant ratio for most TV monitors), black bars may appear on the left and right sides of the mirrored display. If this occurs, you may wish to inform your users that there is no need to adjust the second display.

Selecting cables

Note the following recommendations:

• USB. USB 3.1 Gen 2 cables.
• MiniDP. DisplayPort cables certified for up to 3 meters in length.
• HDMI. If a long cable is necessary, HDMI is recommended due to the wide availability of cost-effective, long-haul cables with the ability to install repeaters if needed.

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Note

Most DisplayPort sources will automatically switch to HDMI signaling if HDMI is detected.

Wirelessly connect to Surface Hub 2S

Windows 10 natively supports Miracast, which lets you wireless connect to Surface Hub 2S.

To connect using Miracast:

1. On your Windows 10 device, enter Windows logo key + K.
2. In the Connect window, look for the name of your Surface Hub 2S in the list of nearby devices. You can find the name of your Surface Hub 2S in the bottom left corner of the display.
3. Enter a PIN if your system administrator has enabled the PIN setting for Miracast connections. This requires you to enter a PIN number when you connect to Surface Hub 2S for the first time.

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Note

If you do not see the name of the Surface Hub 2S device as expected, it’s possible the previous session was prematurely closed. If so, sign into Surface Hub 2S directly to end the previous session and then connect from your external device.

Connecting peripherals to Surface Hub 2S

Bluetooth accessories

You can connect the following accessories to Surface Hub-2S using Bluetooth:

• Mice
• Keyboards
• Headsets
• Speakers
• Surface Hub 2 pens

Note

After you connect a Bluetooth headset or speaker, you might need to change the default microphone and speaker settings. For more information, see Local management for Surface Hub settings.