Microsoft tackles iPad with Surface tablet

New Surface tablet computers by Microsoft are displayed at its unveiling in Los Angeles, California, June 18, 2012. Microsoft Corp introduced its own line of tablet computers on Monday at a press event in Los Angeles, marking a major strategic shift for the software giant as it struggles to compete with Apple Inc and re-invent its aging Windows franchise. REUTERS/David McNew (UNITED STATES - Tags: SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS)

New Surface tablet computers by Microsoft are displayed at its unveiling in Los Angeles, California, June 18, 2012. Microsoft Corp introduced its own line of tablet computers on Monday at a press event in Los Angeles, marking a major strategic shift for the software giant as it struggles to compete with Apple Inc and re-invent its aging Windows franchise. REUTERS/David McNew (UNITED STATES - Tags: SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS)

Published Jun 19, 2012

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Technology giant Microsoft has unveiled its touchpad tablet computer.

The "Surface" will face tough competition from Apple's iPad and many other devices.

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