San Francisco, July 7 :  Surface Phone enthusiasts are running a petition on "Change.org" to persuade Microsoft to reverse its reported decision to cancel its unannounced dual-screen computing device, the media reported.

All the fans of Windows phone want Microsoft to release the Surface Phone or "Surface Andromeda Phone Project" that has been leaking out lately with the phone screen that can turn into a tablet, the petition read.

"The original writer of the Change.org petition, Zachary Hinski, speculates that consumers may not mind paying $799-$999 for the device. That cost would be in line with the price for some of today's flagship phones, but it's unclear if Microsoft would be able to get the price that low, given the innovative size that would have gone into the design," Digital Trenda reported on Saturday.

There have been reports that the tech giant was rethinking its Surface Phone strategy.

This is partially because of scheduling and quality, sources say, but more so because there's still no compelling reason for Microsoft to come to market with its current iteration of a small, dual-screen mobile device, according to ZDNet.

"However, this doesn't mean that the Surface Phone has been cancelled and it could still launch at some point in the future with a form factor that is more like a small foldable PC rather than a phone-sized device," ZDNet added.

 

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Mangalore: Bearys Knowledge Campus in Inoli, Mangalore, hosted a vibrant inter-school and inter-college competition, "Uthkarsh 2024," organized by the Bearys Group of Institutions. The event drew 430 students from 25 schools and colleges across Dakshina Kannada and Kasaragod districts, providing a platform to showcase their talents and creativity.

The day featured a variety of competitions, including quizzes, science rangoli, e-waste model creation, working model presentations, photography, and treasure hunts. The contests were designed to inspire and challenge high school and PU students, fostering innovation and teamwork.

Winners were rewarded with cash prizes totaling ₹1 lakh, along with mementos and certificates, recognizing their creativity and intellectual efforts.

The valedictory ceremony was attended by several distinguished guests, including Dr. Azeez Musthafa, Principal of BIES, Arch. Khaleel Razak, Principal of BEADS, BK Abdul Latheef, Principal of BIPUC, Prof. Prithviraj, Director of BITP, Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, HOD of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Dr. Nalini Rebello, HOD of Civil Engineering, Dr. Anjum Khan, HOD of Basic Science, Dr. Vasanth Kumar, HOD of Mechanical Engineering, Prof. Sinan, HOD of Computer Science Engineering, and Dr. Mehboob Mujawar, HOD of AI & DS Engineering. Mrs. Prafulla, the program coordinator, played a crucial role in organizing the event.

The event coordinators ensured the smooth execution of the competitions throughout the day. “Uthkarsh 2024” was celebrated as a remarkable initiative that encouraged students to push boundaries and excel in their respective fields, while also promoting teamwork and innovation.