Microsoft has introduced its latest innovation, Microsoft Copilot, a groundbreaking AI companion set to transform the way individuals interact with technology and boost productivity. This innovative solution is seamlessly integrated into Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Edge, and Bing, promising an AI-powered experience that spans applications and devices.
The technology giant has revealed an array of exciting new experiences and devices aimed at enhancing productivity, fostering creativity, and addressing the everyday needs of individuals and businesses.
“We are entering a new era of AI, one that is fundamentally changing how we relate to and benefit from technology. With the convergence of chat interfaces and large-language models, you can now ask for what you want in natural language, and the technology is smart enough to answer, create it or take action. At Microsoft, we think about this as having a copilot to help navigate any task,” according to Yusuf Mehdi, Corporate Vice President & Consumer Chief Marketing Officer, Microsoft.
The star of the show is undoubtedly Microsoft Copilot, a comprehensive AI experience that seamlessly amalgamates Microsoft’s AI capabilities into a single entity designed to serve as your everyday AI companion. Copilot leverages the intelligence of the web, your work data, and your real-time PC activities to offer personalized assistance, all while prioritizing your privacy and security. This user-friendly AI experience will be freely available within Windows 11, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft’s web browser, Edge and Bing. It can be accessed as an app or summoned with a simple right-click. Microsoft Copilot is a versatile AI companion that caters to every aspect of your life and will begin its rollout in the forthcoming Windows 11 update starting this September.
Windows 11 Update: A Plethora of Features
The Windows 11 update introduces over 150 new features aimed at streamlining tasks, reducing cognitive load, and simplifying complex operations. These enhancements include seamless integration with Copilot, a revamped Outlook for Windows, AI-powered enhancements in Paint and Photos, an improved Clipchamp, a modernized File Explorer, and new natural voices in Narrator to bolster accessibility and productivity. These updates are set to make Windows 11 the ultimate destination for top-tier AI experiences, with the rollout scheduled to commence on September 26 with the latest update to Windows 11, version 22H2.
Enhancements in Bing & Edge
Microsoft’s commitment to refining AI experiences extends to Bing and Edge. The latest features include personalized responses generated from chat history, an upgraded DALL.E 3 model from OpenAI in Bing Image Creator, and Content Credentials, utilizing cryptographic methods to embed an invisible digital watermark on all AI-generated images in Bing, complete with timestamps. These features are readily available via Bing Chat in Microsoft Edge or at bing.com/chat and will be rolled out soon.
Microsoft Copilot in Microsoft Shopping
Bing and Edge are now equipped to provide tailored shopping recommendations and the best prices based on user requests, thanks to the power of AI. Users will soon have the ability to initiate shopping searches using photos or saved images as a starting point.
Bing Chat Enterprise Updates
Bing Chat Enterprise, already accessible to over 160 million Microsoft 365 users at no extra cost, is now available on the Microsoft Edge mobile app. Multimodal visual search and Image Creator functionalities are also being incorporated to elevate creativity within the workplace.
Microsoft 365 Copilot: A Game-Changer for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Copilot for Enterprise is set to be universally accessible to enterprise customers from 01 November 2023, accompanied by Microsoft 365 Chat, a transformative AI assistant poised to revolutionize work routines.
Microsoft 365 Copilot for Consumers: Design Meets AI
For personal users, Microsoft 365 Copilot will integrate with Designer, starting with Word. Designer leverages cutting-edge AI to transform text-heavy documents into visually appealing content, including custom graphics, social media posts, invitations, and more.
Introducing New Surface Devices
Microsoft is launching a series of Surface devices equipped with the latest AI innovations tailored for both individuals and businesses. These devices include:
- Surface Laptop Studio 2: Dubbed the most powerful Surface ever, it boasts the latest Intel Core processors and cutting-edge NVIDIA Studio tools, offering creators unparalleled versatility with a 14.4″ PixelSense Flow touchscreen display and adaptable design.
- Surface Laptop Go 3: The lightest and most portable Surface Laptop comes with a touchscreen display, exceptional typing experience, Fingerprint Power Button, and Intel Core i5 performance. It caters to everyday needs and integrates seamlessly with Microsoft’s latest AI tools.
- Surface Go 4 for Business: Designed exclusively for organizations, this highly portable 2-in-1 device builds upon its success in frontline work and education scenarios.
- Surface Hub 3: This collaborative device, purpose-built for hybrid work, now runs the Microsoft Teams Rooms experience on 50″ or 85″ screens, introducing new AI-enhanced collaboration tools.
- 3D Printable Adaptive Pen Grips: Expanding its range of adaptive accessories, Microsoft introduces adaptive pen grips for Surface Pen, enabling more individuals to engage in digital inking and creation.
Microsoft’s commitment to delivering powerful, secure, and responsible AI experiences is evident across its product lineup, from Windows 11 to Microsoft 365, Bing, and Edge. Whether at work, school, or home, these offerings are designed to empower users and foster connectivity with the world around them, all while ensuring simplicity and security.