What you need to know
- A new round of firmware updates is available for Microsoft's Surface devices.
- The updates are only available specifically for those running the Windows 10 May 2019 Update.
- Several Surface devices, including Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2, are included.
Microsoft this week is pushing out a fresh set of firmware updates for a number of its Surface devices. The updates are only available for devices running the Windows 10 May 2019 Update, which hasn't been released as of this writing, but the updates are set and ready to go once you've installed the upcoming feature update (via Windows Blog Italia).
Here's a look at some of what's new.
Surface Book 2
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter – Bluetooth: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel AVStream Camera 2500 – Camera: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel UHD Graphics 620 – Display adapter: 25.20.100.6472 improves system stability and performance, when resuming from sleep.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel Control Logic – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft Camera Front– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft Camera Rear– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft IR Camera Front– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel CIO2 Host Controller – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel Imaging Signal Processor 2500 – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Surface System Telemetry – System devices: 4.0.0.0 resolves an error code in Device Manager under Surface System Telemetry.
Surface Pro 6
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter – Bluetooth: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel AVStream Camera 2500 – Camera: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel UHD Graphics 640 – Display adapter: 25.20.100.6471 improves system stability and performance, when resuming from sleep.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel Control Logic – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft Camera Front– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft IR Camera Front– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft Camera Rear– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel CIO2 Host Controller – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel Imaging Signal Processor 2500 – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Surface System Telemetry - System: 4.0.0.0 resolves an error code in Device Manager under Surface System Telemetry.
- Realtek USB 3.0 Card Reader - Universal Serial Bus controllers: 10.0.17763.31246 improves battery life while using SD card during Connected Standby.
Surface Laptop 2
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter – Bluetooth: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel AVStream Camera 2500 – Camera: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel UHD Graphics 620 – Display adapter: 25.20.100.6471 improves system stability and performance, when resuming from sleep.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel Control Logic – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft Camera Front– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Microsoft IR Camera Front– System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel CIO2 Host Controller – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Intel Imaging Signal Processor 2500 – System devices: 30.15063.6.8611 improves camera performance.
- Surface System Telemetry - System: 4.0.0.0 resolves an error code in Device Manager under Surface System Telemetry.
Surface Studio 2
- Marvell AVASTAR Bluetooth Radio Adapter – Bluetooth: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
- Intel Ethernet connection – Network adapters: 12.17.10.7 improves system stability and performance.
- Marvell AVASTAR Wireless-AC Network Controller – Network adapters: 15.68.9127.58 improves system security.
Further updates are available for other Surface devices as well. For more, you can check out Microsoft's full Surface Update History page to get the complete rundown.
Top 2-in-1
Microsoft Surface Pro 6
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.
Convertible Power
Microsoft Surface Book 2
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.
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