Microsoft

Surface Duo

The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 is a premium foldable Android device featuring dual high-resolution touchscreens, designed to enhance productivity and multitasking. Its unique hinge allows for seamless transitions between various modes, enabling users to run multiple apps simultaneously across two screens.

Location

Iași (RO) - Remote

Mar 2020 - Sep 2020

Industry

AOSP

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Challenge

Developing applications for the Surface Duo 2 required significant modifications within the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) View Framework to support dual-screen functionalities. This included enabling dual-display floating views, such as compatibility with features like Facebook’s Chat Heads, and integrating screen overlays to ensure a seamless user experience across both screens.

Results

By leading a team of four on the Surface Duo project, we successfully integrated these dual-screen capabilities into the Android View Framework. This allowed for enhanced multitasking and a more intuitive user interface, providing users with a versatile device that adapts to their productivity needs.

For a closer look at the Surface Duo 2’s features and design, you might find the following video informative:

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Conclusion

The successful development and integration of dual-screen functionalities in the Surface Duo 2 demonstrate Microsoft’s commitment to innovation in mobile technology. These advancements offer users a unique and efficient multitasking experience, setting the Surface Duo 2 apart in the foldable device market.