Power button

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Press the power button to turn your Surface 3 on. When your Surface is on, press and hold the power button to shut down. You'll also use the power button to put your Surface to sleep, and to wake it when you're ready to start working again.

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Windows button

The Windows button takes you to the Start screen, where you can open your apps quickly, look for files on your Surface, or search for info the web. If you're already at Start, the Windows button takes you back to the last app you were using.

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Touchscreen

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Use the 10.8 ClearType full HD display, with its 3:2 aspect ratio and 1920 x 1280 resolution display, to watch HD movies, browse the web, and use your favorite apps.

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10-point multi-touch lets you use your fingers to select, zoom, and move things around.

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Kickstand

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Flip out the three-position kickstand and work or play comfortably at your desk, on the couch, or while giving a hands-free presentation.

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

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Surface 3 supports standard Wi-Fi protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth® 4.0. Connect to a wireless network and use Bluetooth devices such as mice, printers, and headsets.

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Cameras

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Surface 3 features an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera with autofocus, and a 3.5-megapixel, fixed-focus, front-facing camera. Both cameras record video in 1080p, with a 16:9 aspect ratio (widescreen). Front and back privacy lights help make sure there are no surprises.

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Microphone

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Use the front-facing microphone for calls and recordings.

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Stereo speakers

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Stereo speakers with Dolby® enhanced sound let you listen to music, podcasts, and audio books.

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Ports and connectors

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Surface 3 has the ports you expect in a full-feature laptop.
 

• Full-size USB 3.0 port
  
  Connect a USB accessory like a mouse, printer, Ethernet adapter, USB drive, or smartphone.
   

• Micro USB charging port
  
  Charge your Surface 3 using the Micro USB charging port and included Micro USB power supply. 
   

• MicroSD card slot
  
  Use the microSD card slot and a microSD card (sold separately) for extra storage and transferring files.
   

• Mini DisplayPort version 1.1
  
  Share what's on your Surface screen by connecting it to an HDTV, monitor, or projector. (Video adapters are sold separately.) 
   

• 3.5 mm headset jack
  
  Plug in your favorite headset for a little more privacy when listening to music or conference calls.
   

• Cover connectors
  
  Click in a thin, light, backlit keyboard. The Surface 3 Type Cover (sold separately) also helps protect the touchscreen.