Latest Firmware Update for Surface Go 4: Key Enhancements and Fixes
Microsoft has rolled out a significant firmware update for the Surface Go 4, addressing several critical bugs and security vulnerabilities. Users can expect improvements related to display issues, enhancements in audio quality, and optimized Wi-Fi performance, ensuring an overall better user experience.
What’s New in the Update?
This firmware update is compatible with Surface Go 4 devices running Windows 10 version 22H2 or newer. Below is the official changelog highlighting the key improvements:
Improvements and Fixes:
- Audio Stability: Enhancements ensure seamless audio playback and recording while minimizing dropouts and failures.
- Screen Flickering Resolution: Issues causing flickering or flashing on screens when connected to Surface Dock 2 have been resolved.
- Security Enhancements: The update addresses various security vulnerabilities, enhancing device security.
- Wi-Fi Performance: Users will notice improved response times, offering a better Wi-Fi connectivity experience.
- Teams Functionality Fix: The Teams mute/unmute icon now properly syncs with the headset’s microphone.
New Drivers Included in the Update
The following drivers are part of the latest firmware update:
| Windows Update Name | Windows Device Manager |
|---|---|
| Intel(R) Corporation – System – 10.29.0.9947 | Intel Smart Sound Technology BUS – System devices |
| Intel(R) Corporation – MEDIA – 10.29.0.9947 | Intel Smart Sound Technology for Bluetooth Audio – Sound, video, and game controllers |
| Intel(R) Corporation – System – 10.29.0.9947 | Intel(R) Smart Sound Technology (Intel (R) SST) OED – System devices |
| Intel(R) Corporation – MEDIA – 10.29.0.9947 | Intel Smart Sound Technology for USB Audio – Sound, video, and game controllers |
| Surface – Extension – 6.16.8.0 | Surface Dock 2 Firmware Update – Extensions |
| Intel – net – 23.60.0.10 | Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6 AX201 160MHz – Network adapters |
| Intel Corporation – Bluetooth – 23.60.0.1 | Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) – Bluetooth |
Additional Update Information
For users seeking further details about the update, please refer to the following:
| Supported Configurations | Surface Go 4 |
|---|---|
| Supported Windows Versions |
Windows 10 version 22H2 Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer |
| How to Get the Update |
Windows Update Surface Support website (manual installation) |
| Update Size | 677 MB (manual installation only) |
| Additional Steps | No extra steps required for installation |
| Known Issues | No known issues reported |
Lifecycle Information
Like its contemporaries, the Surface Go 4 boasts a product lifecycle lasting up to six years, concluding on September 21, 2029.
For more details and images regarding the update, please visit the official source.
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