The Microsoft Surface Hub, a Video Conferencing system running a custom version of Windows 10, are preassembled , customized multi-touch, digital-link-enabled displays. This mega sized devices include custom-designed versions of OneNote, Skype for Business and Microsoft office apps. Both models will be able to run Universal Windows apps available from the unified Windows store. Two styluses and a wireless keyboard come with both models.
Both devices were expected to be available on September 1st, 2015 but Microsoft said, "We are still on track to ship the first Surface Hub devices to customers earlier next year" and according to a company representative, the devices will begin shipping in the first quarter.
The company is "finalizing our manufacturing plan with a view towards delivering the best product experience" and "After evaluating the market opportunity and considering the unique collaboration scenarios Surface Hub offers, we believe these are the right prices to drive the business and the category forward." are statements made by the company in Justification of the increase in prices.