Microsoft Launcher Beta Integrates Copilot AI
Android aficionados who use the Microsoft Launcher app are on the brink of experiencing artificial intelligence like never before. The app, which transforms the Android interface into a Microsoft-centric user experience, now boasts a seamless integration with Copilot’s AI capabilities in its latest beta iteration.
By adopting the Microsoft Launcher, users bid adieu to the native Android interface, welcoming a suite of Microsoft services, including Microsoft 365. A notable shift in this transformation is the switch from Google’s search engine to Microsoft’s Bing, aligning with the company’s ecosystem.
The evolution of the app’s AI features has been steady, with Bing Chat first making its debut as an AI assistant. Now, the app is nearly synonymous with Copilot, Microsoft’s umbrella term for its AI support. This assistant is not confined to the launcher alone; it’s also available as a standalone application for Android users.
With Copilot’s integration, users can conjure up images and text right from their mobile feed. Those who opt for Copilot Pro will enjoy an enhanced experience, boasting swifter responses. A subtle yet significant change is the search icon’s transformation, now bearing the Copilot emblem, signaling the AI’s pivotal role in the app.
However, it’s worth noting that the Microsoft Launcher doesn’t mirror the standalone Copilot app in its entirety. According to Windows Central, certain features like Vacation Planner and Fitness Trainer are notably absent from the Launcher’s version of Copilot.
For those eager to test the waters, the new version of Microsoft Launcher for Android, v6.240402.2.1139391, is currently up for grabs in beta form via Google Play, but only for those who have enrolled in the beta program. The timeline for a wider release, granting all Microsoft Launcher users access to the full-fledged Copilot features, remains under wraps.
Further Reading: AI search assistant Bing Chat now also included in Microsoft Launcher
