The Vergecast Microsoft’s Panos Panay unfolds the Surface Duo
Oct 3, 2019
Panos Panay, Chief Product Officer of Microsoft, shares insights on the innovative Surface Duo and the broader Surface lineup. He explains the decision to utilize Android for the Duo, emphasizing collaboration with Google. The conversation highlights the significance of dual-screen devices in enhancing productivity, alongside unique design features that prioritize user experience. Panay also discusses future trends in device form factors, sparking excitement about the evolving technology landscape.
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Duo's Category
- Panos Panay believes that categorizing the Surface Duo as a "phone" is limiting.
- He wants to avoid boxing it into a specific category.
Dual-Screen Research
- Microsoft has conducted extensive user research, including brain activity measurements.
- They are confident in the potential of the dual-screen category.
Android on Duo
- The Surface Duo uses Android because it provides access to a vast app ecosystem.
- Microsoft prioritized meeting customers where they are.