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More built-in apps
Here are some additional apps pre-installed on your Surface Pro:
News
Keep up to date with what’s happening
in the world using this photo-rich app.
Finance
Stay on top of financial news and
market data from global sources.
Alarms
Manage and keep track of time by using
alarms, timers, or a stopwatch. For more
info, see Alarms app on Windows.com.
Reading List
Keep track of content that you want to
read later. For more info, see Reading
List app on Windows.com.
Travel
Plan your trip via travel guides, booking
tools, real-time currency conversion, and
weather forecasts.
Sports
Keep up with all the sports and teams
you care about with Live Tile updates
on your favorite teams.
Weather
Prepare for the latest conditions with
hourly, daily, and 10-day forecasts.
Compare weather from multiple providers,
check radar maps, and view historical weather.
Video
Xbox video brings you the latest
movies and TV shows as well as
featured hits. It offers recommendations based on
what you’ve watched.
Food & Drink
This app features a hands-free cooking
mode, a recipe and wine catalog, as well
as tips and techniques from celebrity chefs.
Health & Fitness
This app has over 1,000 exercise videos, a
nutritional and medical reference, and
exercise and diet trackers.
Reader
Read files in PDF and XPS formats. For more info, see Reader app on Windows.com.
Additional built-in apps:
 Scan—use this app to scan pictures or documents.
 Sound Recorder—use this app to record audio such as a lecture or meeting.
 Calculator—use this app for basic calculations, advanced math (Scientific mode) and converting units of
measure.