Surface Pro 12th Edition update history

This device is currently within its servicing period, as defined by the Surface devices driver and firmware lifecycle for Windows-based devices. It remains eligible to receive new driver and firmware updates until the end-of-servicing date.

To keep your Surface Pro for Business 12th Edition with Intel performing at its best, make sure that you have the latest Surface updates.

How to get updates

Surface updates are released in stages—not every Surface will receive updates at the same time, but they'll be delivered to all devices. If you haven’t previously received updates, you can manually update by following the steps at Download drivers and firmware for Surface

You can quickly check the health of your Surface drivers and firmware using the Surface app.

  1. In the Surface app, expand Help & support to check the update status.
  2. If there are updates available, select the Check for updates button to open Windows Update and install the available updates. 

If you don't have the Surface app installed, you can download the Surface app from the Microsoft Store. After the download is complete, select Start and enter Surface in Search. Then, select the   app from the list of results

Note

  • Firmware updates can’t be uninstalled or reverted to an earlier version.
  • When you install the latest update, you'll also get all the previous updates if your Surface doesn't have them already. Only updates that apply to Surface will be downloaded and installed.
  • After the updates are installed, restart your device to complete the installation process. To restart your device, select Start icon for Windows logo icon , and then select Power > Restart.

Note

  • Any critical updates will be installed automatically during the initial setup experience.

Improvements and fixes in the updates

May 2026 updates

May 19 release

The following update is available for Surface Pro for Business 12th Edition with Intel running Windows 11, Version 24H2 or greater.

Improvements and fixes:

  • Security:

    • Defend against potential threats. We’ve addressed a potential security vulnerability that may allow privilege escalation.
  • Reliability:

    • Stay connected to maintain your productivity. We’ve resolved an issue that causes a loss of network connectivity after updates.
    • Avoid unexpected delays. We’ve fixed an issue that causes startup failures or long startup times.
  • Regulations and compliance:

    • Get enhanced control for regulatory compliance. We’ve improved motion-sensor tuning related to radio frequency regulations.
  • Performance and usability:

    • Easily customize your keyboard behavior for improved flexibility. Choose the actions you want the Copilot and top-row keys to perform. Your preferences will be stored in the Surface app and applied consistently across different scenarios.
    • Get better visibility when using your keyboard. We’ve enabled a dynamic backlight experience that will adjust your keyboard lighting for the best visibility as your environmental lighting conditions change.

This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:

Windows Update Device Manager
Realtek AudioProcessingObject Driver Update (14.5269.2469.792) Realtek Audio Effects Component - Audio Processing Objects (APOs)
Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Camera Sensor IMX681 - System devices
Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Camera Sensor OV13858 - System devices
Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Camera Sensor vd55g0 - System devices
ELAN Finger Print Biometric Driver Update (4.15.12412.20016) ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor - Biometric devices
Surface Extension Driver Update (2.31.13.0) ELAN WBF Fingerprint Sensor - Extensions
Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.0.28.0) Hynix NVME HFS001TEM3X173N PVC10 Storage Firmware Update - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.0.25.0) Hynix NVME HFS256GEM3X173N PVC10 Storage Firmware Update - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.0.27.0) Hynix NVME HFS512GEM3X173N PVC10 Storage Firmware Update - Firmware
Intel Camera Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Intel(R) PTL AVStream Camera - Cameras
Surface Extension Driver Update (1.89.37.0) Intel(R) Smart Sound Technology OED - Extensions
Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Intel(R) Control Logic - System devices
Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (32.0.101.8622) Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Windows - Extensions
Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Intel(R) Imaging Signal Processor - System devices
Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Intel(R) PTL AVStream Camera - Extensions
Intel Corporation System Driver Update (20.43.12634.0) Intel(R) Smart Sound Technology BUS - System devices
Intel net Driver Update (24.30.1.1) Intel(R) Wi-Fi 7 BE201 320MHz - Network adapters
Intel net Driver Update (24.30.1.1) Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) - Bluetooth
Surface Firmware Driver Update (2.0.0.0) Microsoft Accessory Firmware Update - Firmware
Surface Thermal Driver Update (143.0.18.0) MPTF Core - Thermal
Surface System Driver Update (0.0.452.0) Qualcomm QMUX Interconnect - System devices
Realtek Extension Driver Update (10.0.344.1) Realtek SDCA XU Audio Driver - Extensions
Realtek Semiconductor Corp. Extension Driver Update (10.0.215.1) Realtek SoundWire Streaming Device Extension - Extensions
Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.43.0) Samsung MZ9L8256HFJD-00BMV NVME 256GB Firmware Update Enumerator - Extensions
Realtek Semiconductor Corp. Extension Driver Update (1.0.0.249) Sound Wire Audio - Extensions
Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Surface Camera Front - Extensions
Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Surface Camera Rear - Extensions
Surface System Driver Update (3.3.36.0) Surface Display Hardware Driver - System devices
Surface Firmware Driver Update (1.0.0.0) Surface Elabeling (STAMPS) - Firmware
Surface Thermal Driver Update (0.0.10.0) Surface IHV Power Limit Driver - Thermal
Surface System Driver Update (143.0.55.0) Surface Integration - System devices
Surface System Driver Update (6.217.6.0) Surface Integration Service - System devices
Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) Surface IR Camera Front - Extensions
Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.54.0) Surface Panel - Extensions
Surface Monitor Driver Update (3.4.24.0) Surface Panel Driver V2 - Monitors
Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.8.0) Surface System Telemetry Driver - Extensions
Surface System Driver Update (10.105.54.0) Surface System Telemetry Driver - System devices
Surface Extension Driver Update (2.131.52.0) Surface Type Cover v7 Firmware Update - Extensions
Surface Extension Driver Update (1.24.13.0) SurfacePen0C0F Firmware Update - Extensions
Microsoft Corporation Driver Update (3.0.8.0) Windows Camera Effects - Software components
Microsoft Corporation Driver Update (3.0.8.0) Windows Studio Effects Voice Clarity APO - Audio Processing Objects (APOs)
Surface System Driver Update (0.1.4.0) Surface Thermal Service - System devices
Intel Corporation Display Driver Update (32.0.101.8622) Intel(R) Graphics - Display Adapters
Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.2.1482.1) Surface ME - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (1.0.5.4) Wi-Fi: Surface RF - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (3.0.0.5) 5G: Surface RF - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (6.31.39.0) Surface System Aggregator - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (161.0.0.10) Surface TCON - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (2.0.1.0) Surface TCPM - Firmware
LCD devices: Surface Firmware Driver Update (49.8.3.80) Surface Touch - Firmware
Surface Firmware Driver Update (52.8.3.81) Surface Touch - Firmware
OLED devices: Surface Firmware Driver Update (56.8.3.69) Surface Touch - Firmware

Additional steps for Surface Pro for Business 12th Edition with Intel

We’re committed to continuously delivering new features and improvements for your Surface device. We are working on enhancements to experiences related to gaming, display, touchpad, audio, and more.

If you need help with these or other experiences, open the Surface app to find more information and to check for available updates.

  1. In the Surface app, expand Help & support to check the update status. If there are updates available, select the Check for updates button to open Windows Update and install the available updates.
  2. After checking for updates, select Get help in the Surface app and tell us what the problem is so we can get you the right help and support.

Trouble installing updates?

Windows 11 update history