What to know

  • Microsoft has started testing a new 'Hey, Copilot!' voice activation feature in Windows.
  • This feature lets you launch Copilot hands-free by saying the wake word.
  • Currently, only select Windows Insiders can try this feature.
  • Microsoft aims to make interacting with Copilot easier and more natural.

Microsoft is introducing a new way for you to interact with its Copilot AI assistant in Windows. The company has started testing a voice activation feature that responds to the phrase 'Hey, Copilot!'. This means you can now launch Copilot without using your keyboard or mouse, simply by speaking the wake word.

The feature is currently available to a limited group of Windows Insiders. If you are part of this group, you can try out the hands-free experience and see how it works in your daily tasks. Microsoft says this update is part of its ongoing effort to make Copilot more accessible and user-friendly.

With 'Hey, Copilot!', you can ask questions or give commands to Copilot just by speaking. This could be useful if you are busy with other tasks or if you prefer using voice over typing. The feature is similar to how you might use voice assistants on other devices, making it familiar for many users.

Microsoft has not announced when the feature will be available to all Windows users. For now, the company is gathering feedback from testers to improve the experience. If the testing goes well, more users can expect to see 'Hey, Copilot!' in future Windows updates.

Via: The Verge