What it’s worthwhile to know
- Microsoft has launched the September 2022 replace for the Floor Duo and Duo 2.
- Replace notes have not but been launched by Microsoft.
- Microsoft and Google are nonetheless holding out on releasing Android 12L to each generations of the Floor Duo.
Every month Microsoft sends out an replace for its Surface Duo and Surface Duo 2 gadgets, and September’s replace has now arrived. Microsoft hasn’t but launched notes regarding what the replace entails, however we are going to replace this text as quickly because the record of adjustments is launched.
No, this replace does not embody Android 12L, which is constructed for foldables and is already accessible on different gadgets. Google stated earlier this yr that it is hitting the Duo and Duo 2 “later this yr,” which might line up with an occasion later this yr. Android 12L is already accessible for Samsung’s foldables, together with the Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip gadgets. Regardless of the software program variations, Govt Editor Daniel Rubino nonetheless prefers the Surface Duo 2 over the Galaxy Z Fold 4 in on a regular basis use.
In associated information, Microsoft’s Surface Duo 2 stock has essentially run out and Best Buy has been taking down its in-store kiosks. This could often level to a brand new machine coming down the road, however our Senior Editor Zac Bowden claims there is no such thing as a Floor Duo 3 deliberate by Microsoft for this yr. This leads Rubino to guess that Microsoft is letting inventory run out till Android 12L is obtainable for the Duo gadgets … or that it truly is the top of the Duo 2’s run.
Updating your Floor Duo or Duo 2
Wish to get the replace as quickly as doable? Here is what it’s worthwhile to know.
- Hook up with a Wi-Fi community.
- Choose Settings in your Floor Duo’s residence display screen.
- Choose System.
- Choose System Replace.
- Choose Examine for replace.
- Choose Restart now.