Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) is continually evolving, introducing features and improvements that enhance scalability, user experience, and security. Here are the latest updates from October 2024 to January 2025.
October 2024
- Smart Card Redirection for iOS and iPadOS In collaboration with Yubico, Microsoft launched smart card redirection for iOS and iPadOS users of the Windows App, available in preview with version 11.0.4. This feature supports the latest YubiKey 5 models, improving security and convenience for mobile users.
November 2024
Session Host Configuration and Update
A new preview feature enables administrators to specify the virtual machine disk type, operating system image, and other properties for session hosts in newly created pooled host pools. Additionally, session host updates can now be deployed in batches, reducing downtime.Dynamic Autoscaling
Dynamic autoscaling, now in preview, optimizes resource utilization and cost efficiency by automatically adjusting host pool capacity through the creation, deletion, or activation of session hosts.App-V Integration
Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V) for Windows is now in preview, allowing the delivery of Win32 applications as virtual applications, simplifying application management.Partner Solutions for App Attach
Several partners now offer application delivery solutions integrated with app attach, enhancing flexibility in application delivery within AVD environments.Azure Extended Zones
AVD is now available on Azure Extended Zones, which are compact Azure extensions located strategically to serve low-latency and data residency needs.
December 2024
No significant updates were made to Azure Virtual Desktop in December 2024.
January 2025
As of January 2025, no new updates have been announced for Azure Virtual Desktop. However, the recent features have greatly enhanced the platform's capabilities, making it a more robust and versatile solution for virtualization and remote work.
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