Microsoft has announced that users of the Microsoft Edge web browser can use the Copilot Vision feature absolutely free, without a Copilot Pro subscription. Currently, only users in the United States can take advantage of the offer.
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Windows Recall has finally got its final shape and is ready for production
Windows Recall is on the verge of being released for production Copilot+ PCs. After roughly a year of delays and six months of testing, Microsoft's much-discussed Recall feature has made its way to the Windows 11 Release Preview channel, a key milestone that typically precedes general availability.
Copilot for Windows gets File Search and Copilot Vision features
Microsoft just rolled out a new update for the Copilot app on Windows (version 1.25034.133.0 and later), and it’s packed with new helpful features like File Search and Copilot Vision. The update is now available in the Microsoft Store for all Windows Insiders, no matter which update channel they’re on. However, Copilot Vision is currently only available to Insiders in the U.S.
Bill Gates open-sourced Altair BASIC to celebrate Microsoft’s 50th Anniversary
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has published the source code for Altair BASIC, the first product that marked the beginning of the tech giant’s journey. In a post on his blog, Gates Notes, Gates reflected on the significance of this milestone in the company’s history.
Copilot gets Memory, web actions, podcast creation, and more.
At Microsoft’s 50th anniversary event , the company unveiled a major update to its AI assistant, Copilot. These upgrades aim to bring Copilot closer to the capabilities of other leading AI services like ChatGPT , Gemini, and Claude, while adding features that make it smarter, more personalized, and even more helpful in your daily life. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming soon to Copilot.
PowerToys 0.90 released with a new CmdPal tool
Microsoft has released PowerToys 0.90 that features a new tool - CmdPal (stands for Command Palette). It is the new utility to launch apps, and install winget packages It features a more powerful calculator, bookmarks, and more. Consider it an evolved version of PowerToys Run.
Microsoft Account Sign-In Page Gets New Design and Dark Theme Support
Microsoft is rolling out a refreshed sign-in experience for personal Microsoft accounts, which users will encounter when accessing services like Outlook, Windows, Xbox, Microsoft 365, and others. This update introduces a modernized design aligned with the Fluent 2 style and adds support for a dark theme, particularly in the Xbox color scheme. The redesign aims to streamline the sign-in process by emphasizing passwordless authentication and improving the overall user experience.
Microsoft Introduces Copilot for Gaming on Xbox
Microsoft has introduced a new generative AI assistant called Copilot for Gaming, designed specifically to enhance the gaming experience for Xbox players. This assistant will be integrated into the Xbox mobile app, aiming to simplify gameplay by understanding and responding to users' needs.
Microsoft kills the Remote Desktop in Favor of the new Windows App
Microsoft has announced that support for the Remote Desktop app available in the Microsoft Store will end on May 27, 2025. After that date, it will no longer be available for installation, nor will it be able to connect to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Microsoft Dev Box.
Microsoft has announced Dragon Copilot, a new AI assistant
Microsoft has introduced Dragon Copilot, an AI-powered assistant designed for medical environments. The tool leverages technology from Nuance Communications, which Microsoft acquired in 2021, combining the speech recognition capabilities of Dragon Medical One and the conversational AI capabilities of DAX Copilot.