It's possible that the extra RAM aids in using the DeX
desktop docking system Samsung sells, but I did not test that with the Note 8 for this review.
Far on the other end of interaction from Bixby is the new «DeX»
desktop docking system for the Galaxy S8.
Not exact matches
I was able to use the device with dual monitors thanks to my USB
docking station, but the
system was more laggy with multiple
desktops than with one.
In addition to announcing a new 10.5 - inch iPad Pro, Apple revealed a number of features in iOS 11, which will be released in the fall, that give the tablets
desktop operating features like drag and drop, an expanded
dock for quick access to favorite programs, and support of a file
system, including baked in support for popular third - party apps like Dropbox and One Drive.
Apart from the DeX Pad
docking system that enables a
desktop experience powered by a Galaxy S9 you can transform into a touchpad, Samsung didn't unveil any companion devices at its glamorous Unpacked event in Barcelona yesterday.
It's yet to be seen if the S8 and S8 + really have the power to push a full - screen
desktop experience that's reliable and worth using, but the demonstration of the new
docking system by a Samsung representative showed promise.
A newly announced «DeX»
dock allows S8 users to use the phone in a Windows 10 Continuum - like
desktop operating
system environment.
Perhaps the most interesting and unusual feature will be a Microsoft Continuum - like
desktop dock called DeX, which will allow Android to be used as a
desktop operating
system, with a little help from Samsung's engineers.
The PV Desk
System includes a modular
desktop, a roll - out shelf for a printer or fax, and a laptop
docking station.