NEWS  Laptop  May 20, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

If you own a Surface Laptop Go 3, Microsoft's latest firmware update promises to address several critical issues, including the frustrating screen flickering problem. The May 2024 release is packed with display fixes, security patches, and network improvements, ensuring a smoother and safer experience for users.

Improvements and Fixes

1. Security Enhancements:

• The update addresses potential security vulnerabilities identified in Intel® Security Advisories INTEL-SA-00923, INTEL-SA-00929, and INTEL-SA-00950.
• It also mitigates a pre-boot (PXE) security vulnerability, enhancing the device's overall security posture.

2. Display Fixes:

• A critical fix for screen flickering or flashing issues when the Surface Laptop Go 3 is connected to the Surface Dock 2.

3. Network Improvements:

• Improved device connectivity to Wi-Fi networks.
• Resolved concerns regarding Bluetooth pairing, especially when the device is on standby.
• Security patches addressing vulnerabilities in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth components to protect against potential threats.

New Drivers Included in the Update

The firmware update includes several new drivers to enhance performance and security:

• Surface Dock 2 Firmware Update: Surface - Extension - 6.16.8.0
• Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6 AX201 160MHz: Intel - net - 23.30.0.6
• Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R): Intel Corporation - Bluetooth - 23.30.0.3
• Intel(R) Management Engine Interface: Intel - System - 2334.5.1.0
• Intel(R) iCLS Client: Intel - SoftwareComponent - 1.70.101.0

Additional Information

• Supported Configurations: Surface Laptop Go 3
• Supported Windows Versions: Windows 10 version 22H2 and newer, Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer
• How to Get the Update: Via Windows Update or the Surface Support website for manual installation
• Update Size: 551MB (manual installation only)
• Known Issues: None reported
• Device Supported Until: October 3, 2029

Updating your Surface Laptop Go 3 is straightforward. You can download the update through the Settings app under Windows Update. For manual installation, visit the official Surface Support website to download the update package, which also includes previous fixes and improvements.

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