Surface Duo release currently set for next month, production has begun
Microsoft’s Surface Duo is only weeks away as long as the set release date doesn’t change.
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What you need to know
Microsoft’sSurface Duois set to release on the week of August 24, 2020. That date comes courtesy of people who spoke with our senior editor Zac Bowden. Production of the Surface Duo has also begun, according to those who spoke with Bowden. As is the case with any device’s release date, the release date of the Surface Duo is subject to change.
Initially set for a holiday 2020 release, the Surface Duo has crept up to earlier this year. We reported back in February thatMicrosoft wants to launch the Surface Duo before the holidays. That desire seems to have been met with the currently set release date.
Surface Duo production has started and will begin shipping to customers the week of August 24th, I’m told. Should be less than a month to go now!Surface Duo production has started and will begin shipping to customers the week of August 24th, I’m told. Should be less than a month to go now!— Zac Bowden (@zacbowden)July 29, 2020July 29, 2020
While not a firm indication of an exact release date, the Surface Duo recentlypassed through the FCC. It’s also received Bluetooth SIG certification and appeared inUL LLC certifications.
On top of all of the certifications and what Bowden’s been told, several Microsoft executives haveshared photos of themselves using the Surface Duo.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
