Before we get into the nitty-gritty, it’s worth trying to figure out exactly what we’re looking at here. The smaller, less powerful and cheaper of two Surface tablets, this seems like a natural competitor for an iPad. But, with the prominent bundling of a keyboard cover and the promise of Windows productivity, it might actually be an alternative to an ultraportable laptop.

And yet, with its somewhat hamstrung RT version of Windows, it can’t really rival either its Windows 8 Pro running big brother – yet to be released or, crucially, priced – nor can it truly replace a laptop. But it’s definitely something, and quite possibly something worthwhile, so don’t be disheartened – Head over to stuff.tv for the full review....