Microsoft rolls back some of its Copilot AI bloat on Windows
The company is reducing Copilot entry points on Windows, starting with Photos, Widgets, Notepad, and other apps.
TL;DR
- Microsoft is reducing Copilot AI integrations in Windows 11 apps like Photos, Widgets, Notepad, and Snipping Tool.
- The company aims to be more intentional about Copilot's integration, focusing on "genuinely useful" AI experiences.
- This 'less-is-more' approach may address consumer pushback against AI bloat and concerns about trust and safety.
- Microsoft previously shelved some system-level Copilot integrations and delayed the Windows Recall feature due to privacy concerns.
- User feedback is influencing Microsoft's AI strategy on Windows.
- Other Windows 11 improvements include the ability to move the taskbar, more control over system updates, faster File Explorer, and an improved Widgets experience.