It looks like Microsoft will finally have a major contender in the tablet wars dominated by Samsung and Apple as it is getting ready for the release of the Microsoft Surface Pro 5. The tab device, which will serve as the successor to last year's Surface Pro 4, could be a much needed boost to the once-dominant tech company as it ventures more into the mobile world.

According to the Country Caller, Microsoft Surface Pro 5 will allegedly be revealed in October. It is the first Microsoft tab device to implement the USB-C standards, known for its lightning speed in data transfer and charging. Microsoft Surface Pro 5 is also aiming to improve on its predecessor's already great camera.

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It also looks like one of Microsoft's end goals with Microsoft Surface Pro 5 is to take Apple down a few steps down, the Verge reported. This was especially more evident with an ad showdown between the two powerhouses, which saw Microsoft pick apart Apple's decision to market iPad Pro as a computer.

The Redmond, Washington-based tech conglomerate has not announced any official release date for Microsoft Surface Pro 5. However, it is rumored that it will be in stores by fall 2017. HNGN will be posting more updates on the Microsoft Surface Pro 5 in the coming weeks.

Are you excited to get your hands on the Microsoft Surface Pro 5? When do you think will the Microsoft Surface Pro 5 be released into the market? Fire away in the HNGN comments section. Meanwhile, watch the concept trailer for Microsoft Surface Pro 5 in the video below.

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