What you need to know
- Firmware updates are available for several Surface devices.
- The updates are avaialble for devices running either Windows 10 version 1903 or Windows 10 version 1803.
- The Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2, and several other Surface devices are included.
Here's a look at some of what's new.
Surface Book 2
Windows 10 version 1903 or greater
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter - Bluetooth- 15.68.17013.110 improves Bluetooth connectivity.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters- 15.68.17013.110 improves Wi-Fi connectivity.
Surface Book
Windows 10 version 1903 or greater
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter - Bluetooth- 15.68.17013.110 improves Bluetooth connectivity.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters- 15.68.17013.110 improves Wi-Fi connectivity.
Surface Pro 6
Windows 10 version 1903 or greater
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter - Bluetooth- 15.68.17013.110 improves Bluetooth connectivity.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters- 15.68.17013.110 improves Wi-Fi connectivity.
Windows 10 version 1803 or greater
- Surface System Aggregator- 239.3101.139.0 improves battery performance.
- Surface Integration – System devices- 4.18.139.0 improves integration between services.
- Surface Pen Firmware Update – System devices- 3.0.10.1 resolves intermittent pen top button click failure on Surface Pen with no clip.
- Surface Pen Integration Device – Human Interface Devices- 1.0.9.0 enables firmware update to Surface Pen with no clip.
Surface Pro (5th Gen)
Windows 10 version 1903 or greater
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter - Bluetooth- 15.68.17013.110 improves Bluetooth connectivity.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters- 15.68.17013.110 improves Wi-Fi connectivity.
Windows 10 version 1803 or greater
- Surface System Aggregator- 239.2660.257.0 improves battery performance stability.
- Surface Integration – System devices- 4.18.139.0 improves integration between services.
- Surface Pen Firmware Update – System devices- 3.0.10.1 resolves intermittent pen top button click failure on Surface Pen with no clip.
- Use the Surface Pen Checker Tool to verify that the Pen's firmware was successfully updated.
- Surface Pen Integration Device – Human Interface Devices- 1.0.9.0 enables firmware update to Surface Pen with no clip.
Surface Laptop 2
Windows 10 version 1903 or greater
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter - Bluetooth- 15.68.17013.110 improves Bluetooth connectivity.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters- 15.68.17013.110 improves Wi-Fi connectivity.
Windows 10 version 1803 or greater
- Surface System Aggregator - Firmware- 145.210.139.0 improves battery performance.
Surface Laptop
Windows 10 version 1903 or greater
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter - Bluetooth- 15.68.17013.110 improves Bluetooth connectivity.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters- 15.68.17013.110 improves Wi-Fi connectivity.
Windows 10 version 1803 or greater
- Surface System Aggregator - Firmware- 145.210.139.0 improves battery performance.
Surface Studio 2
Windows 10 version 1803 or greater
- Surface UEFI – Firmware- 531.2758.768.0 resolves potential security vulnerabilities, including Microsoft security advisory 190013.
You can check out the full details of each firmware update and stay up to date on any future updates at the Surface Update History page.
The 2-in-1 refined as only Microsoft can
The blueprint device for the 2-in-1 category, the Surface Pro 6 is a high-end laptop stuffed into the body of a tablet. Toss in digital pen support and an optional keyboard, and you have quite the portable computer.
The most versatile a laptop can be
The Microsoft Surface Book 2 is the best convertible you can buy thanks to its laptop-first form factor, along with its detachable display turning it into a great tablet for inking.
Our favorite Surface accessories from Microsoft
Every one of these valuable Surface accessories is Windows Central Approved and guaranteed to please.
Surface Precision Mouse ($77 at Amazon)
The Surface Precision Mouse is not only one of favorite Surface accessories, it's one of our favorite mice for any PC. It's packed with valuable features and customizable buttons. Its scrolling and tracking are seamless and spot-on. And it's rechargeable so you never have to buy new batteries for it.
Surface Pen (From $72 at Amazon)
Every Surface owner needs this Pen. Period. It supports 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, tilt support for shading density, and enjoys supremely low latency. When paired with a Surface PC, the potential is endless. And it comes in a bunch of cool colors.
Surface Dock ($136 at Amazon)
With two Mini DisplayPorts, four USB-A 3.0 ports, an Ethernet port, and a 3.5mm audio jack, this dock gives you the ports you need to stay connected to all your favorite devices. Plus, it easily turns your Surface into a desktop power hub. We highly recommend it.
