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Winsage
August 16, 2025
Windows 12 will introduce ambient computing, allowing devices to be more attuned to environments and user activities, moving beyond traditional input methods. It will feature artificial intelligence for contextual assistance and multimodal interaction, enabling users to communicate through natural voice commands. The visual interface will transform with proactive AI agents assisting users. Windows 12 will utilize a hybrid approach of local processing and cloud computing. Privacy concerns arise due to the need for continuous monitoring and access to personal data, prompting demands for transparency and control over data usage.
Winsage
July 15, 2025
Microsoft has introduced a feature called "Describe Image" for Dev Channel users on Copilot+ PCs, which generates descriptions of visual elements using local AI capabilities. This feature enhances visual accessibility by allowing users to understand images, charts, and graphs quickly. The AI models are established locally, ensuring data security as no information is sent outside the user's PC. Currently, it is available to Windows Insiders on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with plans to expand to AMD and Intel systems soon.
Winsage
June 27, 2025
Microsoft has introduced an AI assistant named Mu for Windows 11’s Settings, allowing users to ask questions in natural language through the search bar. Users can issue commands like “turn on dark mode” or “disable notifications for Teams,” and Mu will either navigate to the settings or execute the changes. Mu has 330 million parameters and is trained on 3.6 million examples, processing requests in under 500 milliseconds. It operates on a device’s Neural Processing Unit (NPU), requiring a Copilot+ PC for full functionality, and handles data locally, enhancing privacy and security.
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