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Microsoft is adding new Copilot features for Windows 11 users and bringing Hey Copilot is its latest attempt to get more people to upgrade.
The new premium Copilot Plus PCs are getting a Siri-like voice mode
Windows users are getting a new voice mode which activates by saying “Hey, Copilot!”, according to the latest blog posted by Microsoft. The tech giant is trialing this new voice trigger on Windows as part of its recent push towards adding new AI features to deliver an enhanced experience for artificial intelligence users.
The company says the opt-in feature gives people the chance to use the Copilot without needing to use their hands. To avail of the command-based update, users must unblock their Windows PC.
Built along the lines of Apple’s Siri for iOS, Gemini and Bixby, users can trigger the Copilot on Windows by giving the “Hey, Copilot!” voice command.
How It Works
Users will see a Copilot Voice Floating UI at the bottom of the screen or a voice greeting/response from the AI assistant.
The company has clarified that the Copilot won’t be a default feature in new Windows PC, and you will need to open the Copilot app, tap on your avatar from the bottom left corner and click on Settings. Windows users will find ‘Voice Mode’. Now, just turn on the toggle named “Listen for Hey, Copilot to start a conversation.”
The tech giant also mentioned that the Copilot Voice interface will only appear when users are in a conversation with the AI chatbot and they can end the dialogue by simply tapping on the ‘X’ button. Copilot conversation can also end automatically if a user doesn’t interact for more than a few seconds.
While Copilot performs the wake word detection locally, Microsoft says the feature will try to use the internet because it requires an active connection for its responses. It must also be noted that the “Hey, Copilot!” command is only available if a user has set English as their display language.
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