
Exciting Updates for Microsoft Copilot Users
Microsoft has unveiled significant enhancements for its Copilot users today. The new offerings, Copilot Voice and Copilot Think Deeper—both utilizing OpenAI’s advanced o1 model—are now accessible to all users for free, without limitations. This groundbreaking update enables users to engage in more profound, nuanced discussions and communicate through voice commands.
What is Copilot Voice?
Copilot Voice allows users to converse with the AI much like they would with a human. By simply speaking, users can receive immediate responses and can easily interrupt the system during its replies. This feature proves especially beneficial when users are multitasking or wish to engage in realistic dialogue simulations, such as preparing for interviews or enhancing language skills.
Introducing Copilot Think Deeper
Copilot Think Deeper is designed for discussions that necessitate more in-depth analysis and critical thinking. Initially revealed in October 2024 during a limited preview, it became widely available by the end of January 2025. Here are some scenarios where Think Deeper shines:
- Evaluating the best electric cars based on personal priorities like design and comfort, while developing a unique scoring system to assist in decision-making.
- Considering how to allocate a $15K budget for home renovations, with a focus on potential value increases in options such as a kitchen island, bathroom update, or roof replacement.
- Assessing whether to invest in a generator, especially in a neighborhood prone to power outages during high winds, alongside a breakdown of pros, cons, budget impacts, and convenience factors.
Performance Expectations
It’s important to remember that the Think Deeper feature may take a bit longer to produce results compared to standard queries, so minor delays should be anticipated.
Comparison with ChatGPT
Notably, both Think Deeper and Voice are not exclusive to Microsoft’s Copilot; similar functionalities are available to ChatGPT users. However, these advanced features require the ChatGPT Plus subscription, priced at $20 per month. Conversely, while Copilot Pro matches this cost, certain premium features are now available free for all users on both desktop and mobile apps.
Benefits of Copilot Pro
Despite the introduction of free features, Microsoft emphasizes that Copilot Pro subscribers will continue to enjoy priority access during peak usage and will receive early access to experimental features along with added capabilities in Microsoft 365 applications.
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