Engaging with Microsoft Copilot has always been a delightful experience, especially when utilizing the Wave voice, which brings a friendly demeanor and a charming British accent to our exchanges. Whether it’s casual banter or addressing specific inquiries, Copilot consistently greets me by name and inquires about my well-being.
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Previously, initiating a conversation with Copilot involved several steps: launching the app and pressing the microphone button. However, a recent update has made this process significantly more seamless.
Press to Talk
In the latest Windows 11 Insider build, a new feature dubbed Press to Talk has been introduced. This allows users to engage with Copilot in conversation mode using a simple hotkey. By holding down the Alt key and the Spacebar for two seconds, users can now initiate a voice chat effortlessly. Once activated, Copilot will greet you and begin the dialogue.
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If there’s a pause in conversation for several seconds, the AI will automatically conclude the chat. Alternatively, pressing the Esc key will end the interaction, causing the microphone icon to vanish from the screen. Currently, triggering Copilot in Windows involves pressing Alt + Spacebar, which directs you to a standard prompt for typing requests or selecting the microphone for voice interaction. Users can also enable or disable the hotkey and set Copilot to launch automatically upon starting Windows.
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To customize Copilot’s voice or adjust other settings, users will need to visit the Copilot web page and sign in with their account. By clicking on the profile icon at the top, adjustments can be made to the voice, language, or theme, with changes reflected in the Windows app.
Rolling out to Windows Insiders
This latest update to Copilot (version 1.25024.100.0 and higher) is gradually being rolled out to Windows Insiders. Therefore, even if you are operating on a Windows Insider build, it may take some time before the update appears on your device. Patience is key, as the rollout is expected to reach users shortly.
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For regular Windows users, the anticipation remains high. Assuming positive testing and feedback, new features from Insider builds typically transition to the production version of Windows. This process can span from a few months to a year. However, with Microsoft’s commitment to enhancing Copilot, there’s a possibility that this new version may arrive sooner than expected.
