Microsoft shows off new Windows software, revamped for agentic AI

Microsoft’s Windows operating system, the long-standing flagship of the company’s software empire, is getting a revamp for the AI age.

Microsoft shows off new Windows software, revamped for agentic AI

TL;DR

  • Microsoft is integrating AI agents and tools directly into Windows, rebranding it as a 'hybrid intelligence' system.
  • The revamped Copilot app will act as a central interface for AI interactions, capable of performing tasks autonomously without constant cloud access.
  • New hardware, including the Surface Laptop Ultra, is being launched to optimize AI workloads and workflows.
  • Microsoft aims to strengthen its position in the competitive AI market by focusing on both local and cloud-based AI capabilities.
  • The company is enhancing its enterprise AI offerings, with Microsoft 365 Copilot already showing significant growth in paid seats.