Microsoft announced its Copilot Fall Release on October 23, introducing several updates aimed at enhancing its artificial intelligence capabilities and user interaction.
Key additions include long-term memory and improved context recall, enabling Copilot to remember tasks such as anniversaries or ongoing projects. An optional new visual identity, Mico, is a customizable avatar designed to respond with animations, adjust color based on conversation tone, and facilitate more natural voice interactions. The update also expands available conversation styles.
Copilot's functionality now extends to searching across personal accounts in natural language, connecting with services like OneDrive, Outlook, Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar. Microsoft reiterated that privacy safeguards remain a central aspect of these features.
Integration within Microsoft's Edge browser has been deepened, with a new Copilot Mode offering a hands-free AI companion capable of analyzing open tabs, summarizing information, and performing tasks like bookings. The update also incorporates new in-house models, including MAI-Voice-1 and MAI-Vision-1, intended to make Copilot more capable and dynamic across various devices.
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/artificial-intelligence/microsofts-copilot-fall-release-adds-group-chats-memory-and-mico-avatar-10324747/