Microsoft Surface event takes place later tonight (Image: MICROSOFT)
Microsoft is holding an event in New York City tonight at 9pm BST that is set to lift the lid on a host of new Surface hardware.
Rumours have been rife that swathe of portable PCs will be revealed during the major keynote including an update to the Surface Laptop and popular Surface Pro.
Along with new devices, the US firm could also reveal more news about its latest Windows 10 October upgrade which is expected to roll out in the coming weeks.
Here is Express.co.uk’s list of everything the American tech company could show off during its showcase.
NEW SURFACE LAPTOP
The Surface Laptop released in June last year and Microsoft positioned the device as being thin, lightweight and incredibly capable.
The hardware was recognisable for its Alcantara fabric keyboard that was available in a variety of different colour options.
Surface Laptop is presumed to be getting a refresh – the current models for sale come with a 7th generation Intel Core i5 or i7 chip.
But a number of other laptops are using the chip manufacturers 8th generation of hardware and Microsoft is likely to update the internals of its product to match its competitors.
While many were hoping the new Surface Laptop would tout USB-C connectivity, Windows 10 fans may have been dealt a divisive blow with rumours suggesting the hardware will once again come with a USB-A socket.
A new Surface Book could be unveiled later today (Image: MICROSOFT)
MySmartPrice recently posted alleged images of new Surface Laptop units that retained the older USB format, suggesting fans of the product may have to wait a little longer until the connectivity arrives.
The supposed Surface Laptop was also seen sporting a Mini DisplayPort, 3.5mm headphone jack, and a Surface Connect port for charging.
Images posted from the outlet also appeared to show the Surface Laptop in a new black colour.
The product is currently only available in platinum, burgundy, cobalt blue and graphite gold colour options.
It is currently unknown what the pricing structure of the new laptops will be if they are announced tomorrow.
Surface Laptop currently starts at £649 that will include 4GB of RAM, an Intel Core m3 processor and 128GB of internal storage.
However, the device can cost a whopping £2,699 if customers opt to maximise the specifications.
The most premium Surface Laptop comes with 16GB of RAM, a 7th generation Intel Core i7 and 1TB of memory.
Microsoft Surface event (Image: MICROSOFT)
A new Surface Pro may get unveiled in New York (Image: MICROSOFT)
SURFACE PRO 6
Microsoft’s ultra-portable Surface Pro is another device that’s expected to be upgraded at tonight’s event.
This popular, portable and hugely powerful tablet easily converts into a fully functional laptop via the Surface Keyboard.
Rumours suggest the design won’t change dramatically but fans can expect to see more power under the hood and the addition of a black colour scheme.
Reports suggest that a major redesigned is scheduled for next year so today’s news could be an incremental update.
The Surface Studio is set for an upgrade (Image: MICROSOFT )
SURFACE STUDIO 2
Microsoft caused quite a stir when it launched the giant Surface Studio back in 2016.
The original Studio features a fully adjustable 28-inch PixelSense Display which Microsoft boasts provides a huge canvas for all kinds of work.
Now this giant device could get a refresh with more power tucked under the hood.
One rumour that suggests a new Studio is inbound as the older models are now sold out on Microsoft’s own store.
This could be a big indication that something new is coming later today.
Microsoft Surface event (Image: MICROSOFT)
WINDOWS 10 UPDATE
We could find out more about this new version of Windows later today.
The American tech giant recently discussed one of the headline features that will arrive with the new version.
Dubbed the “new clipboard experience”, users will be able to copy and paste across devices using cloud technologies.
And items can be pinned to a clipboard, meaning it can be accessed quicker than ever.
Additionally, the File Explorer app will receive a Dark Theme as part of the forthcoming rollout.
Microsoft insisted such a feature was a “top request” from users.
The American company declared: “We’re excited to announce that Dark Theme support for File Explorer is ready for the next major release of Windows.
“Adding a dark theme to File Explorer has long been a top Insider request. Some users find that a dark theme is easier on the eyes.
“Others simply like the fresh, new look. But while dark mode has been available in Windows for some time, it hasn’t applied to File Explorer, until now.”