This Microsoft Surface Book 4 concept has been designed by Ryan Smalley as a hybrid device that aims to serve multiple purposes for prosumers who are constantly on the go. The system features a laptop-inspired design that will work effectively for daily professional protocols, but is integrated with a second hinge in the mid-section of the screen. This allows the screen to sit flush with the keyboard section for optimized viewing or to help when it comes to using the system like a tablet.
The Microsoft Surface Book 4 concept aims to provide balance between laptops and tablets, and is also outfitted with an array of essential connectivity ports to ensure it will function well with existing peripherals.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Hybrid Laptops
- The popularity of 2-in-1 laptops like the Microsoft Surface Book 4 prototype creates room for new hybrid devices in the market, such as foldable tablets that can be turned into laptops.
- Dual-hinge Technology
- The mid-section hinge in the Microsoft Surface Book 4 concept can inspire new types of hinge technology and designs for future 2-in-1 laptops or smartphones.
- Connectivity Ports
- The Microsoft Surface Book 4 concept's essential connectivity ports could inspire tech companies to develop universal docking stations or adapters that can be used with multiple devices.
Where This Applies
- Computer Manufacturing
- Computer manufacturers can take advantage of the rising trend of hybrid devices like the Microsoft Surface Book 4 concept by creating their own versions that are more efficient, affordable and compatible.
- Mobile Phone Manufacturing
- Mobile phone manufacturers can use dual-hinge technology to create foldable smartphones that can serve multiple purposes and provide room for bigger screens without compromising portability.
- Peripheral Manufacturing
- Peripheral manufacturers can create new connectivity adapters or docking stations that support multiple devices, starting with the essential connectivity ports found in the Microsoft Surface Book 4 concept.
