Microsoft Copilot Archives

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April 4, 2025

Microsoft Copilot Updates Make the AI Companion Much More Personal

AI development is rapidly advancing, leading Microsoft to enhance its Copilot AI assistant. The updates aim to transform Copilot into a more engaging and personalized companion. Copilot, powered by OpenAI's GPT technology, is integrated across the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft 365, Windows, the Edge browser, and Bing search. Key features of the updated Copilot include: - Memory Functionality: Users can allow Copilot to remember personal details, with a focus on security and privacy. - Custom Appearances: Users can customize Copilot's visual representation, including whimsical forms. - Copilot Actions: Copilot can manage tasks like making reservations or sending gifts, collaborating with services like 1-800-Flowers.com and Expedia. - Pages Feature: Users can organize content and generate AI-driven podcasts on preferred topics. - Enhanced Copilot Search: Improvements to the Copilot Search feature in Bing aim to address accuracy issues with search-result summaries. The initial rollout of these features begins on Friday, with full availability expected in the coming months.

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April 4, 2025

Microsoft unveils AI assistant with ‘memory’

Microsoft launched an enhanced version of its AI assistant, "Copilot," which can remember user preferences and perform tasks autonomously, during its 50th anniversary event. The assistant can independently book tickets, make reservations, and shop online. This update is part of a strategic overhaul to improve Microsoft's consumer image and reduce reliance on OpenAI. The event featured former CEO Steve Ballmer and co-founder Bill Gates, highlighting past challenges in the consumer market. Current CEO Satya Nadella has shifted focus to cloud services, resulting in a significant increase in share price. Copilot will include a podcast-generating feature and a "Vision" feature for processing information from a user's phone camera. Microsoft aims to enhance its Bing search engine to compete with Google, which dominates the search market. The company hired Mustafa Suleyman and invested in his start-up Inflection AI to advance its AI capabilities. Microsoft maintains a profit-sharing agreement with OpenAI and access to its models until at least 2030.

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April 2, 2025

Finally! Microsoft brings most Copilot+ AI features to AMD, Intel PCs

Microsoft has announced that all Copilot+ PCs, including those with AMD Ryzen AI 300 series and Intel Core Ultra 200V processors, will now have access to AI-driven features, previously limited to Snapdragon devices. Features available include Live Captions, Cocreator, Restyle Image, and Image Creator, though some functionalities, like photo resizing, remain exclusive to Snapdragon-powered PCs. The Voice Access feature is currently limited to Snapdragon devices, with plans for AMD and Intel compatibility later this year. Upcoming features will be available through the March 2025 Windows non-security preview update, following the November 2024 update, and will be rolled out gradually via Windows controlled feature rollout. Users can access updates by navigating to Settings > Windows Update.

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March 31, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5160 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5160 (KB5053654) has been released for the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 23H2. Windows 11, version 24H2 is also available as an optional upgrade for Insiders in the Beta Channel. New features include: - A speech recap feature in Narrator that allows users to track and reference spoken content, with a history of the last 500 strings spoken. Users can access this feature using keyboard shortcuts. - Copilot on Windows can now be launched with Win + C, and users can customize their Copilot key. It includes a press-to-talk feature for voice interaction. - The Windows share window has been enhanced to allow quick editing options for images, including cropping and applying filters. - A new FAQs section has been added to the Settings > System > About page to provide users with quick answers about their PC. Fixes include resolving delays in app icons appearing in the Start menu and updating the logic for desktop app icons to enhance visibility. Known issues include a flashing context menu in the Start menu and a crash issue with Narrator that can be resolved by restarting the PC. Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel will receive updates based on Windows 11, version 23H2 through an enablement package, and features are rolled out gradually using Controlled Feature Rollout technology.

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March 21, 2025

Microsoft just fixed this Windows 11 bug, but I bet you wish it hadn’t

Microsoft addressed a bug that removed the Copilot feature from certain Windows 11 PCs, specifically affecting users of Windows 11 Build 26100.3476. The company has released an updated version of the Copilot app with improved performance and features. A support document confirmed that the issue has been resolved and users can restore the app from the Microsoft Store. Microsoft is planning a significant update for the Copilot app to provide a native version, and there is user feedback indicating a desire for more flexibility regarding the integration of Copilot, including the option to remove it entirely. Some users reported that Copilot reappears after uninstalling it following a Windows update.

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March 19, 2025

Missing Copilot? Microsoft’s latest Windows patch restores the AI after mistakenly deleting it

Microsoft has acknowledged a bug from the March 11th update that unintentionally uninstalled the Copilot application from certain Windows PCs. This issue affected devices running the KB5053598 build of Windows 11 (versions 24H2, 23H2, and 22H2) and Windows 10 (versions 22H2 and 21H2). Microsoft is restoring affected devices to their original configurations and has encouraged users to manually reinstall and re-pin the app. The issue does not affect the Microsoft 365 Copilot app. Additionally, the Windows 11 24H2 update has been linked to visual layout problems and glitches with certain wallpaper applications. Recent patches have addressed several critical security vulnerabilities.

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March 18, 2025

Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11 gets a toggle to control connected Android devices

Phone Link is a tool that connects Windows machines and Android devices, allowing users to view photos and send messages. Microsoft is rolling out a new feature called "Phone Connection" as part of its Copilot AI, which replaces the previous Phone Plugin and enhances user experience. Phone Connection links Android devices to Copilot through Phone Link, enabling users to access data such as alarms, messages, and navigation functions from their desktops. Users can instruct Copilot to perform tasks on their mobile devices, but must accept commands sent from Copilot. This feature is optimized for Android 14 or newer and requires the Link to Windows Service app version 3.0.01.7 or later. The update is being rolled out gradually and can be accessed under Profile > Account.

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March 18, 2025

Don’t want Copilot on Windows? Install the official update

A recent Windows 11 update, KB5053598 (OS build 26100.3476), released as a security fix, has unintentionally removed the Copilot AI app from some PCs. Microsoft acknowledged this issue and suggested users can reinstall the app from the Microsoft Store. The update does not affect the 365 Copilot app. IT administrators should be aware that the update may conflict with Citrix Session Recording Agent (SRA) version 2411, potentially hindering the installation of January 2025's security updates. The update primarily impacts organizations using the newer SRA version, while home users are not expected to face similar issues. Additionally, the update prevents Roblox from being downloaded and played from the Windows Store on Windows on Arm devices, although it can still be accessed via the developer's website.

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March 17, 2025

Microsoft: March Windows updates mistakenly uninstall Copilot

Microsoft's cumulative updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11 released on March 11, 2025 (KB5053598 for Windows 24H2 and KB5053606 for Windows 10 22H2) have unintentionally led to the removal of the AI-driven Copilot digital assistant from certain systems. Microsoft acknowledged the issue, stating that the Copilot app is unintentionally uninstalled and unpinned from the taskbar, but this problem does not affect the Microsoft 365 Copilot app. Microsoft has not provided a detailed explanation for the removal and has not listed this issue on its Windows release health dashboard. The company is working on a resolution and recommends affected users reinstall the app from the Microsoft Store and pin it back to the taskbar. This incident follows a previous occurrence in June 2024, where a Copilot app was retracted due to erroneous installation linked to Microsoft Edge updates. Microsoft had also introduced Copilot to select Windows Server 2025 preview builds but retracted it after pushback from administrators. Recently, Microsoft announced the rollout of a new native Copilot app to Windows Insiders, which includes a press-to-talk feature for voice commands.

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March 17, 2025

Microsoft Confirms Windows Update Mistake—What You Do Now

Microsoft's recent security update has caused installation bugs for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users, leading to issues with the Microsoft Copilot app, which has been unintentionally uninstalled from some devices. The update affects users with the update KB5053606 and has complicated Microsoft's goal to add Copilot to every PC. Microsoft is working on a resolution, and affected users are advised to reinstall the app from the Microsoft Store. Additionally, some users have experienced the blue screen of death after applying the update, prompting others to reverse or pause the installation. The update addresses critical fixes for multiple zero-day vulnerabilities, while 800 million Windows 10 users have yet to transition to Windows 11.