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Microsoft has confirmed that the Surface Studio 2 Plus is no longer in production. The largest and most expensive consumer Surface device is now running out of stock across retailers, and Microsoft does not plan to produce more of it. A Microsoft spokesperson said the following: The original Surface Studio was announced in October 2016, alongside the Surface Pro 4 and the original Surface Book. It featured a large 28-inch 4500 x 3000 pixels touchscreen display with a quirky hinge that allowed transforming the Surface Studio from the standard all-in-one to a drawing tablet. Despite its quite mediocre in terms of performance hardware and a hefty price tag, the original Surface Studio was universally praised as a stunning and innovative device with a bold design. While there was never a shortage of all-in-one Windows PCs, the Surface Studio stood separately as a unique computer with nearly no competition. Microsoft released the second-generation Surface Studio two years later. The successor received newer processors and more powerful graphics cards from Nvidia and ditched hard drives in favor of SSDs (the original Surface shipped with a small SSD and a 1TB HDD), leaving the rest of the device mostly unchanged. Finally, four years later, in October 2022, Microsoft announced the Surface Studio 2+. The computer received a single SKU with an eye-watering $4,500 price tag and a refreshed CPU-GPU combo. Two years later, the Surface Studio 2+ is dead, with no signs of a successor. It is sad to see the Surface Studio lineup going six feet under and joining other abandoned devices, such as the Surface Neo, Surface Duo, Surface Headphones, Surface Earbuds, Surface Book, and more. These days, Microsoft's sole focus is on well-established device categories that involve less risk. As a result, we only saw Microsoft updating its most popular devices, such as the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop. While the shift to Snapdragon processors was a major change, the wow factor of unconventional designs and bold choices, once the signature of the Surface brand, is sadly no longer with us. Source: Windows Central Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of November): 5,298 news posts RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend

Microsoft's biggest Surface devices, the Surface Studio 2+ and its predecessor, the Surface Studio 2, received a new firmware update. It is now available for download with a fix for Wi-Fi dropouts in certain scenarios and security patches. Here is the changelog for the Surface Studio 2+: Here is the list of new drivers: Windows Update Name Windows Device Manager Surface - Firmware - 21.101.143.0 Surface UEFI - Firmware Surface - Firmware - 15.0.2573.1 Surface ME - Firmware Intel - Software Component - 1.71.99.0 Intel(R) iCLS Client - Software components Intel - System - 2406.5.5.0 Intel(R) Management Engine Interface #1 - System devices And here is what is new for the Surface Studio 2: Here is the list of new drivers: Windows Update Name Windows Device Manager NVIDIA - Display - 31.0.15.3884 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10XX - Display adapters Here is extra information about the release: Supported Configurations Surface Studio 2+ Surface Studio 2 Supported Windows Versions Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer Windows 10 version 22H2 Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer Update Size 1.3 GB 894 MB Known Issues The update does not contain any known bugs. Microsoft rolls out Surface firmware updates via Windows Update. To get one for your Surface, head to Settings > Windows Update. Alternatively, check out offline packages here (Surface Studio 2+) and here (Surface Studio 2). The Surface Studio 2+ is supported until October 2, 2028. As for the Surface Studio 2, this is the latest update for the computer. This month, Microsoft ended its support, which means it will no longer receive firmware updates and fixes. Source RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of September): 4,292 news posts

Following the release of day-one patches for the Surface Laptop Studio 2 and Surface Laptop Go 3, Microsoft released the October 2023 firmware update for two more computers, the Surface Pro 8 and Surface Studio 2+. It improves overall system stability, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connections. What is new in the Surface Studio 2+ October 2023 firmware update? Improves wireless connectivity and stability. Here is the list of new drivers: Windows Update Name Windows Device Manager Intel - Net - 22.230.0.8 Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6 AX200 160MHz - Network adapters Intel Corporation - Bluetooth - 22.230.0.2 Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) - Bluetooth Here is extra information about the release: Supported Configurations Surface Studio 2+ Supported Windows Versions Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer How to get the update Windows Update Surface Support website (manual installation) Update Size ~1.2GB (manual installation only) Additional Steps The update does not require extra steps before or after installation. Known Issues The update does not contain known issues. The Surface Studio 2+ has six years of active support. Microsoft will stop releasing firmware updates with new drivers and security patches on October 2, 2028. You can get this unique desktop computer from Microsoft for the eye-watering $4,499. What is new in the Surface Pro 8 October 2023 firmware update? This update addresses potential security vulnerability and improves system stability. Here is the list of new drivers: Windows Update Name Windows Device Manager Intel - Software Component - 1.65.245.0 Intel(R) iCLS Client - Software devices Intel - System - 2240.3.4.0 Intel(R) Management Engine Interface - System Devices Surface - Firmware - 15.0.2235.2 Surface ME - Firmware Surface - Firmware - 22.103.143.0 Surface UEFI - Firmware Quectel Incorporated - Sensors - 1.0.1.15 Surface Mobile Broadband GPS - Sensors Here is extra information about the release: Supported Configurations Surface Pro 8 Supported Windows Versions Windows 10 version 21H2 and newer Windows 11 version 21H2 and newer How to get the update Windows Update Surface Support website (manual installation) Update Size ~736MB (manual installation only) Additional Steps The update does not require extra steps before or after installation. Known Issues The update does not contain known issues. Surface Pro 8 will remain supported for four more years, with the end of its lifecycle scheduled for October 5, 2027. We may earn an affiliate commission when you purchase through links on our site. Source

Despite being the most expensive, the largest, and arguably the most exciting computer Microsoft sells, the Surface Studio received the fewest upgrades over six years. The Surface Studio 2+ is only the third version of the computer that even Microsoft refuses to call "Studio 3" due to a small number of changes. Besides having a last-gen Intel processor, the Surface Studio 2+ features some notable downgrades compared to its predecessors, making the upgrade even more head-scratching. In this Specs Appeal article, we compare the Surface Studio 2+ to the outgoing model and its original version introduced in late 2016. Of course, it is disappointing to see Microsoft opting for the 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11370H instead of a 12th Gen processor with brand-new architecture. Such a decision is especially bewildering considering the fact that the Surface Laptop 5 and Surface Pro 9 come with 12th Gen Intel Core i5 and i7 processors. Still, the Intel Core i7-11370H is a significant performance jump compared to the processors found in the original and second-gen Surface Studio. A better GPU is another reason some Surface Studio owners will consider upgrading to the Surface Studio 2+. Microsoft has swapped the old Nvidia GTX 1060 and 1070 in favor of a more modern and significantly more powerful RTX 3060 with 6GB of memory. The original Surface Studio Unfortunately, the Surface Studio 2+ has nothing more to offer besides a new CPU+GPU combo, as all the other aspects of the computer remain unchanged. Moreover, you need to accept a few notable downgrades, such as only one SKU with no customization, no SD card slot (why, Microsoft), and no Xbox Wireless built-in. All this makes Surface Studio 2+ look like a placeholder device to fill the gap while Microsoft prepares a more significant upgrade. Here are key changes summed up in a list: Dolby Vision support and auto color management 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor Nvidia RTX 3060 6GB graphics card No 16GB RAM option, only 32GB No 2TB SSD option, only 1TB Improved security with Windows 11 Secured-core PC Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 support Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 ports No more built-in Xbox Wireless standard No more full-sized SD card slot Surface Studio 2+ Surface Studio 2 Surface Studio 1 Display 28-inch 3:2 PixelSense 4500 x 3000 (192 ppi), 60Hz 10-point multi-touch 1 billion colors Auto Color Management sRGB and Vivid profile DCI-P3 Dolby Vision Gorilla Glass 3 28-inch 3:2 PixelSense 4500 x 3000 (192 ppi), 60Hz 10-point multi-touch sRGB and Vivid profile DCI-P3 OS Windows 11 Windows 10 Windows 11 Windows 10 Colors Platinum Processor Intel Core i7-11370H Intel Core i7-7820HQ Intel Core i5-6440HQ Intel Core i7-6820HQ GPU Nvidia RTX 3060 6GB Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB Nvidia GTX 1070 8GB Nvidia GTX 965M 2GB Nvidia GTX 980M 4GB Memory 32GB DDR4 16GB, 32GB DDR4 8GB, 16GB, 32GB DDR4 Storage 1TB SSD 1TB, 2TB SSD 64GB SSD + 1 TB HDD 128GB SSD + 1 TB HDD 128 GB SSD + 2TB HDD Security TPM 2.0 Chip Windows Hello face sign-in Windows 11 Secured-core PC TPM 2.0 Chip Windows Hello face sign-in TPM Chip Windows Hello face sign-in Network Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 Gigabit Ethernet Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.1 Xbox Wireless Gigabit Ethernet Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.0 Xbox Wireless Gigabit Ethernet Camera Front-facing camera with 1080p video and Windows Hello Ports 3x Thunderbolt 4/USB-C 4.0 2x USB-A 3.1 1x 3.5mm headphone jack 1x Gigabit Ethernet 4x USB-A 3.0 1x Full-size SDXC 1x USB-C 1x 3.5mm headphone jack 1x Gigabit Ethernet 4x USB-A 3.0 1x Full-size SDXC 1x Mini DisplayPort 1x 3.5mm headphone jack 1x Gigabit Ethernet In the box Surface Pen Surface Keyboard Surface Mouse Price $4,499 $3,000 True, the Surface Studio 2+ is much more capable than its predecessor, and wanting a more powerful CPU or graphics card is a solid reason to buy the new model. But does a soon-two-generation-old processor and a mid-range graphics card provide enough incentive to buy such an expensive computer with so few changes? It is a question we have a hard time answering. Specs Appeal: Here is how Surface Studio 2+ compares to Studio 2 and original Studio

Surface fans waiting for a refreshed Surface Studio can finally rejoice. Microsoft has announced the Surface Studio 2+—a refreshed version of the Surface Studio 2 with more powerful hardware and various minor changes. The Surface Studio 2+ continues the formula Microsoft introduced in late 2016. It is a 28-inch all-in-one with the "Zero Gravity" hinge that lets you effortlessly transform the computer into a massive drawing tablet. The Surface Studio 2+ is visually identical to its predecessor (hence the name), and all the new features lurk inside the base. Unlike the Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5 with their numerous variants, the Surface Studio 2+ is available only in one configuration with the Intel Core i7-11370H processor, the Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card, 32GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 1TB solid-state drive. Other improvements include Wi-Fi 6 support (no Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.1, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, and redesigned out-of-box accessories. The computer is also compatible with the original Surface Dial and its on-display mode that Microsoft ditched in recent Surface Pro tablets. That also means the Surface Studio 2+ does not support the Surface Slip Pen 2 and has no high refresh rate like the Surface Pro 9 or the Surface Laptop Studio. Surface Studio 2 full specifications: Surface Studio 2+ Operating System Windows 11 Pro Display 28" PixelSense Display, 4500 x 3000 (192 PPI) Auto Color Management, sRGB and Vivid, DCI-P3 Individual Color Calibration Dolby Vision Gorilla Glass 3 Processor 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11370H Graphics Nvidia RTX 3060 with 6GB of VRAM Memory 32GB DDR4 Storage 1TB SSD Security TPM 2.0, Windows Hello face sign-in Network Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 Camera 1080p FullHD camera with Windows Hello Support Audio Stereo 2.1 speakers with Dolby Atmos Dual far-field Studio microphones Ports 3x USB-C Thunderbolt 4 2x USB-A 3.1 3.5 mm audio jack Gigabit Ethernet Port In the box Surface Studio 2+ Surface Pen Surface Keyboard Surface Mouse Price $4,499 Microsoft announces Surface Studio 2+ with 11th gen Intel CPU and RTX 3060

Microsoft's largest Surface computer, the Surface Studio 2+, has received a new firmware update. The July 2024 release is out with a fix for the bug with the incorrect camera orientation and a security patch for the vulnerability that could potentially grant access to the device's manufacturing mode. Keep in mind that the update is only available for the Surface Studio 2+, and it is not available for the regular, non-plus variant of the Surface Studio 2 all-in-one. Here is the official changelog: Here is the list of new drivers: Windows Update Name Windows Device Manager Surface - Firmware - 14.100.139.0 Surface System Aggregator - Firmware NVIDIA - Display - 31.0.15.3870 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU - Display adapters Surface - Firmware - 144.225.0.168 Surface Touch - Firmware Here is extra information about the release: Supported Configurations Surface Studio 2+ Supported Windows Versions Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer How to get the update Windows Update Surface Support website (manual installation) Update size 1.3GB (manual installation only) Additional Steps The update does not require extra steps before or after installation Known Issues The update does not contain any known bugs The Surface Studio 2+ has a six-year lifecycle, which means it will continue receiving software support from Microsoft until October 2, 2028. The computer is not only Microsoft's largest Surface device, but it is also the most expensive—the company sells it in only one configuration for a whopping $4,499. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of June): 2,839 news posts

If you are an owner of the Surface Studio 2+, Microsoft's most expensive and the biggest Surface computer, then you have a new firmware update to install. The September 2024 release is now fully available, and it fixes security vulnerabilities that allow for privilege escalation and a bug causing your Surface computer to drop Wi-Fi connection when not using a wired Ethernet connection. The security vulnerabilities in question are INTEL-SA-00999 and INTEL-SA-01083. The first is a bunch of vulnerabilities in the Intel Converged Security and Manageability Engine, Intel Active Management Technology, Intel Standard Manageability, and Intel Wi-Fi software. The second is a potential vulnerability in the SMI Transfer Monitor. Here is the list of new drivers: Windows Update Name Windows Device Manager Surface - Firmware - 21.101.143.0 Surface UEFI - Firmware Surface - Firmware - 15.0.2573.1 Surface ME - Firmware Intel - SoftwareComponent - 1.71.99.0 Intel(R) iCLS Client - Software components Intel - System - 2406.5.5.0 Intel(R) Management Engine Interface #1 - System devices Here is extra information about the release: Supported Configurations Surface Studio 2+ Supported Windows Versions Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer How to get the update Windows Update Surface Support website (manual installation) Update Size 1.3GB (manual installation only) Additional Steps The update does not require extra steps before or after installation Known Issues The update does not contain any known bugs The Surface Studio 2+ is supported until October 2, 2028. Its predecessor, the Surface Studio 2, will be out of support on October 2, 2024. Source RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of August): 3,792 news posts