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 420 Azure releases · Updated
- 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 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 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 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 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 infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Migrate adds Azure Files assessments
Azure Migrate now offers AI-powered assessments for Azure Files, enabling users to discover and manage updates for their cloud investments. This feature, now generally available worldwide, helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature enhancements. The release is fully production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Azure Updates AI-powered Discovery Generally Available
Azure Monitor now supports AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server, helping users stay informed about product and feature changes. This feature, now fully released and production-ready, is available to all Azure customers. Users can subscribe to notifications for continued updates and can access additional resources via the Azure blog and community forums.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregapreviewengineer ·
Microsoft Discovery for Azure Updates is Generally Available
Microsoft Discovery, an AI-powered service for Azure Updates, has reached General Availability (GA). This feature enables users to discover the latest updates on Azure products and features to support cloud investment needs. It is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers. Additional resources include the Microsoft Azure Blog, community support, and a feedback channel.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineerfabric ·
Microsoft Foundry IQ Generally Available on Azure
Microsoft Foundry IQ is now generally available on Azure, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This feature helps users stay informed about cloud product and feature changes, with different availability stages for development, preview, and full release. It is now production-ready for all Azure customers, offering enhanced cloud investment insights.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Azure AI Search and Foundry Knowledge Bases Now Support Private Connectivity
Microsoft has launched general availability for private connectivity options for Azure AI Search and Foundry Knowledge Bases. This feature enhances security by enabling private endpoint connections, reducing exposure to public networks. It is available to all Azure customers, offering a production-ready solution for secure data discovery.
feature announcement - Azure Updates observabilityazuregaengineer ·
Azure Monitor Service Level Indicators Now Generally Available
Azure Monitor Service Level Indicators (SLI) are now generally available, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure products and features, meeting cloud investment needs. The service is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates governanceazuregaengineer ·
Azure Confidential Ledger offers GA backup for audit
Azure Confidential Ledger now offers general availability for backing up ledger files, aiding in audit processes. This feature enhances compliance and security for organizations managing sensitive data. The tool is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers. It is integrated with AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates through the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregahealthcare ·
Text Analytics for Health NextGen Playground GA in Azure AI Language
The Text Analytics for Health NextGen Playground is now generally available in Azure AI Language. This feature enhances AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates, helping users stay informed about Azure products and features. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Self-serve custom photo avatar creation generally available in Microsoft Foundry
Microsoft Foundry's self-serve custom photo avatar creation feature is now generally available for all Azure customers. This AI-powered capability allows users to generate personalized avatars, enhancing user experience and engagement within Azure services. The feature has moved from limited offering and preview stages to full production readiness.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Red Hat OpenShift GA in Belgium Central
Azure Red Hat OpenShift is now generally available in Belgium Central, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This release allows customers to stay informed about Azure products and features to meet their cloud investment needs. While currently in limited offering for non-production use and testing, this expansion provides a production-ready product to all Azure customers in the new region.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Microsoft Foundry Custom Voice portal now generally available
The Custom Voice portal experience within Microsoft Foundry is now generally available, allowing all Azure customers to leverage AI-powered voice capabilities for production use. This enhancement enables AI-driven discovery of Azure Updates, helping users stay informed about new products and features. While the core Custom Voice portal is production-ready, specific Azure Update features may still be in limited or preview stages for select customers. The update aims to meet evolving cloud investment needs.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Microsoft Foundry for VS Code Available for Azure Updates
Microsoft Foundry for Visual Studio Code has reached general availability with its June 2026 refresh, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature, powered by the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server, helps users stay informed about Azure products and features. While the fully released product is production-ready for all Azure customers, early access for non-production testing is available through limited offerings and previews.
feature announcement
About Azure release tracking on ReleaseBytes
Azure updates land across the Azure Updates feed, service blogs and the Terraform AzureRM provider changelog. ReleaseBytes pulls them into one place, summarises each announcement in plain English, and flags retirements, breaking changes and security advisories — the items that actually require action — so you can filter past the routine noise.
Frequently asked questions
How often are Azure release notes updated on ReleaseBytes? ›
Continuously. ReleaseBytes monitors the official Azure release channels around the clock and publishes a plain-English summary of each announcement shortly after it lands.
What kinds of Azure changes does ReleaseBytes track? ›
New features, enhancements, bug fixes, security advisories, breaking changes, deprecations and end-of-life announcements. Every item is tagged by type so you can filter to just the changes that need action.
How can I get alerts for new Azure releases? ›
Set up a free email or Slack alert filtered to Azure, subscribe to the weekly digest, or follow the RSS feed. Teams can also install the ReleaseBytes GitHub App or connect via MCP.
Where does the Azure release data come from? ›
From the official sources: Microsoft Azure updates and Terraform AzureRM provider. Every item links back to the original vendor announcement.