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Winsage

April 9, 2025

Windows 11’s Copilot Vision wants to help you learn to use complicated apps

Microsoft's Copilot Vision, currently being tested by Windows Insider participants, has been updated to allow users to interact with any app window, expanding its functionality beyond just analyzing content in the Microsoft Edge browser. This enhancement enables users to ask questions about the user interface of various applications, potentially transforming how they navigate software like Word, Excel, or Photoshop. Copilot Vision aims to assist users in adapting to new applications by providing guidance on workflows and user interfaces.

AppWizard

April 8, 2025

Google’s most useful, underrated service could soon have an app of its very own

Google's NotebookLM research assistant has been in development since 2023 and is designed to assist users in managing tasks and information. An app for NotebookLM is currently in development to improve accessibility on mobile devices, as the web interface has been cumbersome on smaller screens. The app announcement was made via the official NotebookLM X account, stating, “the NotebookLM app is coming soon!” The exact release timeline is not specified.

Winsage

March 6, 2025

Microsoft goes native with Copilot once more

Microsoft has updated its Copilot app for Windows, now presenting it as a native XAML application. The update includes a side panel for initiating conversations and a conversation history list. Users can ask specific questions about their PCs, receiving tailored responses. A new shortcut key, Alt + Space, has been introduced for users without a dedicated Copilot key. The update is being rolled out to Windows Insiders via the Microsoft Store, with plans for broader availability in the coming weeks. Currently, the app's capabilities are limited, but it aims to enhance user interaction with their PCs through a conversational interface.

Winsage

March 6, 2025

Microsoft goes native with Copilot once more

Microsoft has updated its Copilot app for Windows, now claiming it is a native XAML application. The update is being rolled out to Windows Insiders via the Microsoft Store and introduces a side panel for conversations and a history list for previous interactions. This native version allows Copilot to access the operating system more effectively, enabling users to ask device-specific questions and receive tailored responses. The app previously functioned as a wrapper around a website and is now designed to provide a more integrated experience. A shortcut key, Alt + Space, was introduced for users without a dedicated Copilot key. The update will be gradually rolled out across all Insider Channels, with general availability expected in the coming weeks, pending successful testing. Currently, the app's capabilities for direct interaction with a user's PC are limited, but future developments may enhance its functionality.

Winsage

December 4, 2024

A new ‘File Search’ feature is coming to the Windows 11 taskbar

Microsoft introduced a feature called Microsoft 365 Companions at the Ignite 2024 event, which integrates into the Windows 11 taskbar and Start menu to enhance file searching. One component, the File Search Companion, allows users to search for files across Microsoft 365 applications and OneDrive directly from the taskbar. Users can refine searches by file type and access files stored locally or in the cloud, including recent files, shared files, team collaboration files, and files associated with specific individuals and keywords. The rollout for Windows 11 users is anticipated in the coming months.

Winsage

November 3, 2024

Microsoft is building a new Outlook People app for Windows 11 (Microsoft 365 Companion?)

A new web wrapper application, tentatively named Microsoft 365 Companion or People, is being developed for Windows 11 users, based on Microsoft Edge. This application may signal the return of the People app from Windows 10, reimagined as a web-based tool integrated with Outlook.com. The original People app consolidated various accounts into a single interface for contact management and was integrated into the Windows 10 taskbar. With the transition to Windows 11, Microsoft discontinued support for the People app, directing users to manage contacts through Mail and Calendar apps. The new People app is currently in development and may initially cater to Microsoft 365 customers with work or school accounts, allowing access to contacts stored in Outlook. Preliminary tests show it features a Microsoft 365 icon, a sign-in option, and facilitates quick communication and event scheduling. The app supports calls via Microsoft Teams or Skype and allows users to view shared files. It is lightweight, under 2MB, but lacks a comprehensive feature set. There is a toggle option for a “Whole life” experience, which may enable support for personal accounts. Microsoft needs to enhance the new Outlook, as the current version does not match the feature richness of the classic Outlook or native applications.

Winsage

June 20, 2024

How to Use Keynote for Windows – Explore Viable Alternatives

Keynote is not available for Windows, but users can access Keynote for Windows through Keynote for iCloud, a web-based version accessible through any web browser. Users need a modern web browser and a reliable internet connection to use Keynote for Windows.