True Confessions: I Walked Into a Microsoft Store

The local Microsoft Store, Indianapolis, IN More employees than customers.
Something is changing and it has me worried.  On October 26th, 2016, Microsoft held an event launching their newest line of computers. It was cleverly scheduled a day prior to Apple's announcement of the highly anticipated new line of MacBook Pros.
Microsoft 28" Surface Studio Multi-Touch All-in-One Desktop Computer
As it turns out, Microsoft put on a pretty good show.  They announced their new surface notebooks and tablets, but they surprised everyone by also launching a slick desktop computer that they claim is aimed at artistic professionals.  The Surface Pro is an all-in-one desktop computer with a tilt-able, touch-sensitive surface.  It can also be used with a stylus and a clever control puck that sits right on the screen.  Frankly, the whole setup looked pretty cool, and more than anything, photographer-friendly.
Before going much further, as many of you know, I am an Apple guy, which is pretty common in t...