Microsoft pushed out a new set of firmware updates for both the Surface Laptop and Surface Laptop 2 this week. Included in each update is the same patch, which improves the reliability of the ambient light sensor (via MSPU.
Here's a look at the official release notes for both the Surface Laptop and Surface Laptop 2:
- Surface Intersil Ambient Light Sensor (HID) – System devices: 4.1.139.0 improves device stability.
If you're using either generation of the Surface Laptop, you should be able to grab this update now via Windows Update. These are the first firmware updates to hit both models since January.
Surface Laptop and Surface Laptop 2 are currently available starting at $699 and $945, respectively.
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Surface Laptop 2
Notebook computing done right.
With 8th Gen Intel Core CPU options, a beautiful touch display, and light, slim build, the Surface Laptop 2 is perfect for handling a standard day's work, but with a bit of extra horsepower when required.
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Surface Laptop
Almost identical to the Laptop 2, but for a lot less.
The Surface Laptop is a great choice for college students and those who work primarily in Office, who browse the Internet, check email, listen to music, and use their PCs casually.
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