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This lives below the volume rocker on the right-hand side of the device. The fingerprint sensor is now baked into the power button and is very quick to scan. But it works quite nicely for using two apps at once, which really is what Microsoft is pushing for here. The gap is noticeable, especially if you’re using an app spanned across both displays. These displays come together for an 8.3-inch screen with a slight gap in the middle. They come in at 90Hz, which isn’t a slouch, but for its price, 120Hz would have been a nice addition.

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Here’s an important note, though - these displays aren’t a full 120Hz refresh rate, which means they’re not as smooth as similarly priced phones for high-frame-rate content. Similarly, when playing MLB The Show over Xbox Game Pass or watching “Loki” on Disney+, we were presented with accurate colors that could pop when necessary and enough details to be immersed into the content. When viewing emails in Outlook or text on a Google Doc, we were presented with clear inky blacks that never look pixelated. The Surface Duo 2 features two distinct 5.8-inch PixelSense displays, which are based on AMOLED panels. And if you’re all right with a standard smartphone, the Galaxy S21 or Pixel 6 offer similar fast performance in a design that will let you split-screen two apps.Ī refined design with a smooth-as-butter hinge Those who want a foldable that better handles entertainment and games should look at the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The Duo 2 is best for someone who wants a device that excels in work and multitasking.

And it really shines with Microsoft’s apps and doing two things at once with one device - these are called app Groups on devices. How this compares: The Surface Duo 2 really focuses on being a workhorse and destined for productivity tasks. The Duo 2 also meets the mark with a zippy processor, sharp screens and long battery life, though the cameras are not stupendous. In our testing, many of the bugs and slowdowns have been ironed out in the second generation. What you need to know: Unlike other foldables, the Duo 2 has two separate screens and the ability to group apps side by side, allowing you to easily work between two programs at once. Who this is for: The Surface Duo 2 is for someone who wants the ultimate device for productivity and work, with the unique ability to focus on two apps in a variety of modes - and for someone who’s willing to drop a hefty sum for all that versatility. Your CNN account Log in to your CNN account

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