Windows 11 is expected to introduce AI-powered features such as Copilot, OCR in the Camera app and Snipping Tool, object removal in the Photos app, and generative AI in the Paint app. These features will enhance productivity by allowing users to extract and edit text from images, remove objects from photos, and generate images based on descriptions.
Microsoft is expected to unveil new hardware products, including two-in-one models, laptops, and accessories, at its upcoming "special event" on September 21, along with AI-powered features and services, including previously announced AI innovations and potential updates to the Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Laptop Go, Surface Go tablets, and Surface Pro. The event may also include announcements about new for-Surface accessories and software updates, such as third-party plugins for Bing Chat and AI integrations across Windows 11 applications.
Microsoft is expected to release new Surface products and unveil AI-powered features and services at its September 21 event, including the Surface Laptop Studio 2, Surface Laptop Go 3, Surface Go 4, and possibly the Surface Pro 10, along with updates to its software.
Microsoft is launching a new unified Copilot experience on September 26th, which will be built into Windows 11 and available across various apps and experiences.
Microsoft is introducing Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered companion that will provide assistance and improve productivity across Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Bing, and Edge, with capabilities such as natural language interactions, personalized search, and AI-powered shopping experiences. Copilot will roll out as part of the Windows 11 update on September 26 and will be available in various Microsoft products. Additionally, Microsoft is unveiling new Surface devices and announcing the general availability of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft 365 Chat for enterprise customers on November 1, 2023.
Microsoft is officially rolling out Windows 11 version 23H2 to Insiders in the Release Preview, which includes only one change - an update to the built-in Teams client.
Microsoft Paint is getting a new feature called Paint Cocreator, which will allow users to generate AI-generated images from text prompts in Windows 11 23H2, bringing new life to the formerly outdated software.
Windows 11 is implementing new features through a continuous innovation model, with updates rolling out gradually over the coming weeks and months, including AI advancements, backup and management options, and enterprise features.
Intel is anticipating a "Windows refresh" in 2024 and expects it to drive PC upgrades and contribute to increased revenues, coinciding with leaked references to Windows 12 in internal Intel documents. Microsoft's focus on AI features and integration in future versions of Windows suggests a potential combination of Windows 12 and a hardware refresh emphasizing AI coprocessors.
Intel's CFO has hinted at a significant "Windows refresh" coming next year, aligning with reports that the next version of Windows, possibly called Windows 12, is planned for a 2024 release with a focus on integrating new AI and cloud experiences.
Microsoft has introduced a new feature called Cocreator in the Windows 11 Paint app, which allows users to generate AI images using OpenAI's DALL-E model. To access this feature, users must join the waitlist and update their Paint app to the latest version.
Windows Server 2012 and Windows 11, version 21H2, have reached end of support, with no more technical assistance, bug fixes, or security updates provided by Microsoft.
Microsoft's major update for Windows 11 introduces AI-powered features like Copilot, which has limited functionality and is frustrating to use, but other apps like Snipping Tool, Paint, and Photos have received AI upgrades that offer useful features such as OCR support, background removal, and background blur.
