Get ready to squeeze more life out of your Surface computer’s battery. Microsoft’s latest firmware update for the Surface Pro 11th Edition and Surface Laptop 7th Edition introduces a new battery-saving feature that puts users in the driver’s seat.
The biggest news? You can now manually limit your battery’s charge to 80% via the Surface app. This move is a significant upgrade from the previous smart charging function, which adjusted charge limits based on usage patterns but didn’t allow direct user control over the maximum charge level.
Battery Health Control Arrives
This new control aims to protect your battery from the long-term degradation often associated with keeping devices plugged in at 100% charge. By capping the charge at 80%, users can potentially extend the overall lifespan of their Surface devices’ batteries.
More Than Just Battery Life
Beyond the battery enhancement, the firmware update also tackles some nagging issues. It addresses security vulnerabilities and squashes bugs, including one that caused the backlight to flicker erratically when the screen brightness was set to its lowest setting.
While the previous smart charging was a step in the right direction, this update offers a more proactive approach for users who want to take charge of their device’s battery longevity. It’s a small change, but one that could make a big difference for many.
