Azure Releases
Microsoft Azure updates and Terraform AzureRM provider. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 421 Azure releases · Updated
- Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineerazure-functions ·
Azure Updates AI-powered discovery available in preview
Microsoft is enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature updates relevant to their cloud investments. It is currently in preview for all Azure customers for non-production use and testing, with a full release planned for production use.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Log Analytics GA: AI-powered Azure Update Summaries
The Log Analytics Summary Rules experience is now generally available, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via Microsoft Release Communications. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature updates to meet their cloud investment needs. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers. Additional resources include the Azure Blog, community support, and feedback channels.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuredeprecationengineer ·
Azure Batch VM series retiring
Azure Batch is retiring several older virtual machine series: D-series, Ds-series, Dv2-series, Dsv2-series, and Ls-series. This change impacts users who have configured their Batch pools to use these specific VM types, potentially requiring migration to newer, more performant options. While no immediate action is required, users should plan for future migration to avoid service disruptions. Further details on migration paths will be provided.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates infraazuredeprecationengineer ·
Retirements announced for several Azure Virtual Machine series
Several legacy Azure Virtual Machine series, including Av2, F, G, and Lsv2 series, are being retired. This impacts Azure Batch pools, affecting users who have deployed these older VM types. Customers are advised to migrate to newer, more performant VM series to avoid disruption.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineerazure-cosmos-db ·
SQL MCP Server for Azure Updates is Generally Available
SQL MCP Server, which enables AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates, has been fully released and is production-ready for all Azure customers. This feature allows users to stay informed about Azure product and feature updates. It is now available in all Azure regions, following a limited development offering and a public preview stage.
feature announcement - Terraform AzureRM Provider Releases terraforminfraazuregadeprecationengineer ·
Terraform Azure Provider v4.77.0: New resources, enhancements, and fixes
Terraform-provider-azurerm version 4.77.0 introduces two new resources for Key Vault and Web PubSub custom domains, alongside several enhancements and bug fixes. Key changes include deprecations for storage account name properties in favor of IDs, and fixes for issues related to SKU changes and IP address validation. This release impacts users managing Azure resources via Terraform, particularly those working with storage, machine learning, and network configurations.
feature patch - Azure Updates securityazuregaengineerazure-sqlazure-entra ·
Microsoft Entra server principals now generally available for Azure SQL Database
Microsoft Entra server principals are now generally available for Azure SQL Database, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature enhances cloud investment decisions by providing the latest product and feature information. It is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates dataazuredeprecationeolarchitectazure-cosmos-dbazure-synapse ·
Azure Synapse Link for Cosmos DB NoSQL is being retired
Azure Synapse Link for Azure Cosmos DB NoSQL will be retired and is no longer available for new deployments. Existing deployments will be retired by September 30, 2024. This impacts users relying on this specific integration for analytical workloads with Cosmos DB.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregapreviewdeprecationengineer ·
Azure VPN Client for Linux (Preview) to be retired August 31, 2026
Microsoft is retiring the Azure VPN Client for Linux (Preview) on August 31, 2026, as it will not reach general availability. This decision aligns Azure networking services with current security and reliability standards. Users of the preview client should transition to alternative solutions before the retirement date.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
GitHub Copilot Agent Mode for SSMS in Public Preview
GitHub Copilot is now available in public preview with agent mode for SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). This feature allows AI-powered discovery of Azure updates, helping users stay informed about Azure products and features. It is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
Azure PostgreSQL Hub Generally Available for Developers
Azure PostgreSQL Hub is now generally available, offering developers AI-powered discovery of Azure updates via the Microsoft Release Communications server. This aims to help users stay informed about cloud investments and product enhancements. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers, with previous limited and preview stages now concluded.
announcement feature - Azure Updates securityazurepreviewengineerazure-entra ·
Azure Managed Redis adds Entra ID RBAC for data management in preview
Azure Managed Redis is now available in public preview with Entra ID-based Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for data management. This feature enhances security and simplifies access management for Redis data plane operations. It is currently available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazurega ·
Azure Database for PostgreSQL: General Availability for Maintenance Control
Maintenance control for Azure Database for PostgreSQL is now generally available, allowing users to reschedule and apply updates on demand. This feature enhances control over database maintenance windows, crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity. The update is available to all Azure customers for production use, offering flexibility beyond previous limited or preview stages. Users can now view and download maintenance details for better planning.
feature patch - Azure Updates infraazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Site Recovery adds NVMe controller support for Linux VMs (preview)
Azure Site Recovery now supports Linux Azure VMs with NVMe disk controllers in public preview, enhancing disaster recovery capabilities for specific workloads. This feature is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing. This expansion is crucial for workloads that utilize high-performance NVMe drives, offering improved data protection.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Microsoft Foundry agent security features preview in Defender for Cloud
Microsoft Foundry agent security capabilities within Microsoft Defender for Cloud are moving to a Microsoft Agent 365 license and are now in public preview. This transition enables AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates to help customers manage their cloud investments effectively. While currently available for non-production testing, users can subscribe for notifications to stay informed about broader availability. The announcement also directs users to the Azure Blog for security solutions and community support channels.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Premium SSD v2 disks available on non-zonal VMs
Premium SSD v2 disks are now generally available for non-zonal Azure Virtual Machines, enabling enhanced performance for demanding workloads. This expansion provides greater flexibility and efficiency for users managing critical applications. The feature is now production-ready for all Azure customers. Additional resources and community support are available.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Azure NC RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server VMs Now Generally Available
Azure has launched its NC RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition v6 Series Virtual Machines, making them generally available for all customers. This release enables AI-powered discovery of Azure updates and supports cloud investment needs. While currently available for production use, some features may still be in limited offering for select customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Updates AI-Powered Discovery Now in Preview
Microsoft is releasing a new AI-powered discovery feature for Azure Updates, leveraging the Microsoft Release Communications server. This feature helps users find relevant updates for Azure products and features, aiding cloud investment decisions. It is currently available in preview for all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreview ·
Azure Guest RDMA Private Preview for AI Discovery
Azure is introducing a private preview of Guest RDMA on Azure Boost, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature aims to help users stay informed about Azure products and features, meeting their cloud investment needs. Currently in limited offering for select customers for non-production testing, it will eventually be available to all Azure customers. Users can subscribe to notifications for continued updates.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Public Preview: Voice sync for avatar support in Voice Live API
Microsoft Foundry's Voice Live API now supports voice synchronization for avatars in public preview. This feature enables more dynamic and engaging avatar-based communication powered by AI. It is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
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