The iPad Pro is nothing more than air right now, while the Microsoft Surface 2 is a living, breathing product. The iPad Pro will be following in the Surface 2's footsteps in that it will be a tablet for work and play. As much as businesses and schools would like to think of the current iPad lineup as productivity tools, they would be mistaken. The iPad doesn't have a built-in keyboard and the add-on accessories you can buy for the device add unnecessary weight. The Surface 2 runs Windows 8.1 which, while not rock solid, offers nice keyboard supports and comes bundled with the world's best productivity suite, Microsoft Office 2013.

Yes, you have to purchase the Surface 2's keyboard separately (and there are three different kinds to choose from), but they work really well. The three keyboard cases address three different types of users. They are: the Touch Cover, Type Cover and Power Cover.

For the hardcore traveler who needs maximum battery life, the Power Cover is a great choice. With its integrated battery, it effectively doubles the life of the Surface 2. The Touch Cover is appropriate for users who occasionally send and receive emails. The touchpad surface (no pun intended) is accurate... just don't expect to comfortably write a thesis paper on one. For those longer essays, or if you fancy yourself an novelist or blogger, the Type Cover is the perfect solution. Its keys aren't squishy and the full size keyboard is very portable.

What will Apple's iPad Pro bring to the table? Unfortunately it looks to be as if Apple didn't think about the power user crowd. No keyboard with built-in battery solutions for the iPad Pro have been rumored. A standard snap-on keyboard though seems to be a given. If you're familiar with the current magnetic smart cover you'll know that the iPad keyboard will be super easy to attach and detach.

Where the iPad Pro will excel is in the app selection and screen size/resolution department. While the Surface 2 has a decent app selection, Microsoft has nothing on Apple's App Store. The screen size and resolution will also exceed the Surface 2's 10.6" Full HD panel. But by how much? Well, rumors suggest a 2K and 4K iPad Pro could be forthcoming. The screen size of these two iPad's will measure a gargantuan 12.9". If you thought the 1 ½ pound Surface 2 was heavy, you likely won't be in the market for an iPad Pro.

Are you looking forward to the new iPad Pro or will you stick with the already released Surface 2? Let us know your particular preference in the comments section below.