Most Windows 11 users will have to wait for their AI Copilot

Microsoft has announced that its new AI Copilot feature, which aims to help users with tasks like scheduling, searching, and summarizing, will not be available to most Windows 11 users at launch. Instead, the company will gradually roll out the feature to a select group of testers and experts over the coming months.

AI Copilot is one of the most anticipated features of Windows 11 as it promises to make the operating system smarter and more personalized. AI Copilot uses natural language processing and machine learning to understand user context and intent and provide relevant suggestions and actions. For example, AI Copilot can help users create appointments, search for information, write emails, and generate document summaries.

However, Microsoft has said that AI Copilot is still in development and needs more feedback and testing before it can be released to the general public. The company has also said that AI Copilot will require a high-end hardware configuration and a stable internet connection to work properly. Therefore, only a small fraction of Windows 11 users will be able to access AI Copilot at launch, while the rest will have to wait until next year or later.

Microsoft has not specified which devices or regions will be eligible for AI Copilot testing, but has said it will invite users who meet certain criteria to join the program. Users who are interested in trying AI Copilot can sign up for the Windows Insider program and opt for the development channel, which receives the latest and most experimental builds of Windows 11. However, there is no guarantee that they will be selected for AI . Co-pilot test.

Microsoft also warned that AI Copilot is not a finished product and may have bugs or performance issues. Users participating in the testing program are expected to provide feedback and report any problems they encounter. Microsoft has said it will use the feedback to improve AI Copilot and make it more reliable and useful for everyone.

AI Copilot is one of the key features that differentiate Windows 11 from its predecessor, Windows 10. Microsoft has said that AI Copilot is part of its vision to create a smarter, more intuitive operating system that adapts to user needs and preferences. . However, most Windows 11 users will have to wait for their AI Copilot to be ready until Microsoft is sure it's ready for prime time.

Microsoft is gradually rolling out new features to Windows 11. Some of the most anticipated features, such as Copilot, will not be available immediately.

Starting September 26, you'll be able to download some of the new features in Windows 11 as part of the latest update. However, there is a twist: the update is not called Windows 11 23H2, as we expected. Instead, it is a Windows 11 22H2 update. There will be another update later this year, called Windows 11 2023 Update, which will include all the features of Windows 11 22H2 and possibly more.

Yusuf Mehdi, head of consumer marketing at Microsoft, explained in a blog post that some of the new Windows 11 features, such as Copilot and others, will begin to be available with the Windows 11 22H2 update.

Is this confusing? Yes a bit. But the main point is that Microsoft is delivering new features for Windows 11 in stages. Windows 11 23H2 will be a cumulative update that will compile all the features that have been released over time. It will have the same code base and service branch as Windows 11 22H2. So you don't have to worry about missing out on any new features if you upgrade to Windows 11 now.

We have to admit that Microsoft's recent moves have left us a little baffled. The company's chief product officer, Panos Panay, known for his enthusiasm and vision, left the company just before the Microsoft event, where the company unveiled the Surface Laptop Studio 2 and Surface Laptop Go 3. However, the company also quietly announced Surface Go 4 for Business and Surface Hub 3, which were not shown at the event. On top of that, the timing of the Windows 11 update seems unclear and inconsistent.

Microsoft shared some new details about the Windows 11 update in a blog post by John Cable, vice president of Windows Service and Delivery, and we'll try to understand what it all means.

When can you expect to receive the latest Windows 11 update?

You may have assumed that Microsoft would release Windows 11 23H2 today, September 26, based on what Carmen Zlateff, vice president of Windows, said during Microsoft's fall launch last week. “Get the new update and you will see the benefits of Windows 11,” she said.

What new features are coming (eventually) to the Windows 11 2023 Update?

Windows 11 is the latest version of Microsoft's operating system and comes with a redesigned user interface, improved performance, and improved security. But that is not all. Windows 11 also has a number of new features that are available now or will be rolled out in the future. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most interesting features that are part of the Windows 11 2023 Update (23H2), which is expected to be released in the second half of next year.

The Windows 11 2023 Update (23H2) is not just a regular update that fixes bugs and improves stability. It also brings new features tied to the main operating system, as well as a separate set of new and/or updated Windows applications. To access these features, you will need to download the update and visit the Microsoft Store app to check for new app updates for your PC.

Here are some of the major features Microsoft is tying in with the update rolling out now:

– Windows Copilot (now just Copilot): This is Microsoft's AI-powered assistant that combines Bing Chat and Cortana, and integrates with Copilot-branded features in Edge. With Copilot, you can get your questions answered, get personalized recommendations, manage your tasks, and more. You can also use Copilot to control your smart home devices, book rides, order food, and access other services.

– Passwords: This is a new way to log in to websites and apps without using passwords. Instead, you can use biometric identification using passkeys in Windows Hello, which are encrypted codes that are stored on your device and verified by Microsoft. Passcodes are more secure and convenient than passwords and work across devices and platforms.

– Voice access: This is a feature that allows you to navigate with your voice within Windows. You can use your voice to perform actions like opening apps, switching tabs, scrolling, typing, copying, pasting, and more. You can also use your voice to “log in to your PC” by entering a PIN, for example. Voice Access is especially helpful for people with disabilities or limited mobility.

– New Narrator voices: Narrator is a screen reader that helps people who are blind or have low vision use Windows. With the update, Narrator will support new voices in Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and English (UK, India). These voices are more natural and expressive than before, and can also adjust their speed and pitch depending on context.

– Sensor-based presence detection: This is a feature that uses your webcam (provided it supports it) to detect your presence and adjust the screen accordingly. For example, if your gaze wanders from the screen, your webcam can dim the screen to save power. If you walk away from your PC, it may automatically lock it. This feature can help you save battery life and protect your privacy.

– Windows 365 Boot: This is an enterprise feature that allows enterprise customers to log in to a cloud PC, rather than a local one, and switch between them. A cloud PC is a virtual machine that runs on Microsoft's cloud platform, Azure, and can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection. With Windows 365 Boot, you can have a consistent and secure Windows experience across all devices and locations.

– AI-powered file explorer: This is another business feature, for those with SharePoint accounts. If you meet the criteria, Windows will now highlight recommended files through a carousel view in File Explorer. These files are based on your recent activity, collaboration history, and relevance. You can also access these files from the taskbar or Start menu.

– Instant Games: This is a feature that allows you to play some casual games without installing them on your PC. These games are streamed from the cloud and can be launched instantly from the Start menu or the Microsoft Store app. Some of the games available include Solitaire Collection, Mahjong Deluxe Free, Sudoku Classic Free, and more.

These are some of the new features that will (eventually) arrive in Windows 11 2023 Update (23H2). Of course, more features may be added or changed before the final release. We hope you're as excited about these features as we are and we look forward to hearing your feedback.