1.True one-piece computer – There may be some so called one-piece, all in one computers, but Surface is the first real one. Surface is the only computer with no cords for keyboard, speakers, mice, etc.

2.Just another upgrade – We’ve gone from grandfather clocks to atomic clocks, radios to over featured ipods, landlines to glossy cellphones, crt to flatscreen lcd, wood chairs to heated leather massage chairs, firepit to in home electric fireplace, and yet nothing new with tables that everyone has.

3.Powerful Apps – Microsoft Surfaces brings a new line of stunningly useful and powerful apps that were not possible before, such as the ever so popular photo and video viewer, virtual earth, AT&T Phone comparer, music player, and more.

4.Natural User Interface (NUI) – The natural user interface make repetitive tasks such as moving or resizing a picture, zooming in on a map, or scrolling through a list much easier.

5.Multi-touch – A different point then #4, Microsoft Surface allows for multi-touch interaction. By that, i don’t mean a mere 2 fingers like the iphone or itouch, i mean up to 52 fingers! I don’t think you could even fit 52 people around a table.

6.Major computing advancement – According to Microsoft, Microsoft Surface is “as significant as the move from DOS to GUI”. That’s big.

7.Huge Business Potential – Microsoft Surface has huge potential for businesses to get the leading edge. Companies like AT&T, BMW, and Harrah’s have shown the way, already having Microsoft Surface to please customers in their stores and casinos.

8.It’s Big – At first this might seem like a negative, but if you think about it, it’s a plus. First, begin big it has a nice, graphically delightful resolution. Secondly it allows for cool programs like air hockey and board games, and to view more content on maps, photos, and other multi-user concepts. Thirdly, you can place your camera, media player, cell phone, whatever, and still have room to work with. And finally, why does it really matter, since it will be replacing your old table anyways?

There you have it, my top 8 reasons why Microsoft Surface is the future of computing. Please leave comments!

There wouldn’t take that much to make one. Just take the original, make it a little wider, taller, and put it in a kitchen with a spill proof cover. Here are reasons why there should be a Microsoft Surface Counter top.

1. Restaurants could use it at bars: Now THAT would be sweet. I mean, ya, there is already that restaurant app that recognizes the glass and gives information about the drink, but is it really going to be used that much if it is just a table? Bring that to the bar and hell ya it will be used! It would be hard not to. Plus, when you’re drunk, those bubbles shooting off will be lots of fun..

2. Stay busy while eating: I don’t know about you, but whenever I’m eating I always feel like I should be multi-tasking. Like reading the paper or watching television. Well if you have a humongous touch screen computer underneath your bowl (which, by the way, would probably interact using object recognition somehow) you have something to do. Read the paper online, and avoid the trouble of it being so huge and in the way. Or check your email.

3. More apps could be made: A whole new array of apps could be made for this new environment, but I’ll leave that for another post.

4. Help declutter/keep clean: I don’t know about you, but I hate messy counters. Especially when I’m trying to cook. But I’m sure that if I had a Microsoft Surface counter top in my kitchen than it wouldn’t be so messy!

I’m excited to write to write that article for #3, I’m sure there will be lots of apps on that list.

1. Shopping List: Simple enough. Have an easy to use and simple list of everything you need to pick up at your next stop at the grocery store. It could even get smart and add items to the list automatically as you use them in the cookbook app (continue reading for that app).

2. Radio/Music to listen to: Most kitchens these day have a radio of some sort. Some have the “kitchen” radios that hang from underneath a cabinet, and some just have a normal radio. Whichever it is, it probably can’t download new songs, play music from your computer, or create playlists.

3. Newspaper: This would be a necessary app for many reasons. First off, it’s green. Every newspaper company that picked this up would have to print less paper, use less ink, deliver less newspapers, and more. And they would be saving money at the same time. Second, it makes it much easier for the reader. If the text is too small go ahead and make it bigger. Or, if your plate of eggs and ham is on top of the paper and you want to turn the page… no problem. Lastly, advertising in newspapers becomes even better. The classifieds have links for more information on that car you want to buy. Or drag that phone number into your phone to save for use later. Or send an email to the advertiser about drivers education.

4. Food channel – Streaming TV: Have you ever noticed that the food channel is most interesting when you are hungry? So why not have an app in your kitchen counter that lets you watch the food channel while you are cooking up a delicious meal.

5. Cookbook: Simply necessary. A cookbook that teaches you how to easily make any meal. Maybe it could help you sort out all of your ingredients too. And when you are done cooking the meal, it could even add all the ingredients you used to the shopping list (#1).

Restaurant Review: We all have those days where we just don’t want to cook and set the table and clean up and wash the dishes and put the dishes away (that’s a lot of work!). Or you’re just not up to par on the stove that day. So why not an app that finds a restaurant for you? And has reviews from other customers? Sounds good to me.

Who knows, I could think up more. Or even better yet, you do! Got any ideas yourself?