Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (i3, 4GB, 64GB) with Corel Aftershot Pro 2 and Paintshop Pro X7 and other extras for $700

For a limited time only, Adorama is offering bundles of the 12″ Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (Intel i3, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, 2160 x 1440, full size USB 3.0 port, etc) for $700 (was $650 as Monday daily deal) with free shipping that automatically include these three free accessories:

• Corel Creativity Software kit that includes Aftershot Pro 2 and Paintshop Pro X7
• Wacom CS150K Bamboo stylus for mobile devices (not digitizer tech)
• Microsoft Scuplt Bluetooth mouse

This bundle is available in two options:

• Windows 10 Pro pre-installed
• Windows 8.1 Pro pre-installed (eligible for free Win10 Pro upgrade)

Important Notes

• Microsoft is likely to reveal the Surface 4 tablets in early October
• other PC makers are planning Surface-like devices
• for retouching/artists/creatives, note that the Surface 3 uses N-Trig technology, while the Surface 2 used Wacom’s. Check reviews and forums for more on the trade-offs of the two technologies and implementations