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The wait for the Surface Power Cover is almost over, Microsoft is at least finally willing to take your money. As of today, the Surface Power cover is available on the online Microsoft Store for pre-order in the US, Canada, and Japan for $199 with shipping date of March 19th. The power cover is similar to the type cover but extends the battery life of your Surface up to 70% and doubles as a screen cover.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
7.4 x 10.9 in 9.75 mm thin
Weight
0.55 lbs
Compatibility
Surface 2, Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2
Available colors
Black
Keys
* Activation: Moving (mechanical) keys
* Layout: QWERTY,
* Full row of function keys (F1 – F12)
* Dedicated buttons for Windows shortcuts and media controls
Interface
Magnetic
Sensors
Accelerometer
Warranty
1-year limited hardware warranty
Overview of the Power Cover
Extends battery life while you work
Work with the speed and functionality of a classic laptop keyboard while extending the battery life of your Surface up to 70% with the Power Cover. It also recharges your Surface’s battery while you work. You’ll have plenty of juice to stay unplugged all day in the office, during a full day of classes, or on a cross-country flight.
Windows shortcut, function keys, media controls, and trackpad
The Power Cover has all the standard features of a classic QWERTY keyboard—a full row of Function keys (F1-F12), Windows shortcut keys, media controls, and a trackpad make it easy to navigate your Surface without taking your hands off the keyboard. An ultra-thin trackpad lets you control the cursor with your fingertip.
Doubles as screen cover
Fold the Power Cover back like a book cover to get the full touchscreen experience—the keys are disabled when the cover is flipped back. When closed, the Power Cover shuts down your display to preserve battery life, and helps protect the screen from bumps and scratches when you’re on the move.
Pre-Order:Microsoft Store Online (http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/pdp/productID.298465700/pgm.87981000)
Source: Microsoft Store (http://twitter.com/MicrosoftStore/status/443120613452820482)