Surface Studio 2 May 2021 firmware update arrives to improve stability and security

Surface Studio 2 side
Surface Studio 2 side (Image credit: Daniel Rubino / Windows Central)

What you need to know

  • The Surface Studio 2 just received its May 2021 firmware update.
  • The update addresses security updates and improves system stability.
  • Surface updates are released in stages, so you may not see the update immediately.

Microsoft's Surface Studio 2 has a new firmware update available. As is normally the case, the update doesn't have any new features. It does, however, address security updates and improve system stability.

The Surface Studio 2 is probably due for a refresh at this point, but it's still one of the best All-in-One PCs, especially for creators. It's a unique PC that packs a fully articulating display into an incredibly sleek package. The entire display supports touch and pen as well, so it also functions as a canvas for digital artwork.

While the list of changes is short, it's important to keep your devices up to date. You can see the full changelog below or on the Surface Studio 2 update history page:

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Device Manager NameVersion and Update
Surface UEFI - Firmware532.3681.768.0 - Addresses security updates and improves system stability.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 – Display adaptersNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 – Display adapters27.21.14.6205 - Addresses security updates and improves system stability.

All Surface updates are released in stages, so you might not see the update immediately. You may also have to select "View optional updates" within the Settings app on Windows 10 to receive the update.

You can also go to the Surface Studio 2 Drivers and Firmware page to make sure that your device has the latest drivers and updates available.

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