Windows 11 Gets AI Boost With Copilot Vision, File Explorer, and Gaming Features

Microsoft is making AI available on all Windows 11 PCs, without requiring special hardware. The company is unveiling significant updates to make Copilot—their AI assistant—a much-needed addition to Windows users. It will be capable of everything from voice commands to in-screen assistance that really benefits you.

The new Wake Word feature lets users start a conversation with Copilot Voice by simply saying "Hey Copilot," making using the AI assistant as easy as asking a question. People who use voice are twice as likely to engage with Copilot as text users, proving that natural speech makes AI more accessible. When you're done, just say 'Goodbye,' and Copilot will end the conversation.

Copilot Vision is now available worldwide and can analyze what's on your screen. It can help with everything from editing photos to reviewing PowerPoint presentations, all without changing slides. It's like having a group of experts sitting next to you, offering advice on creative projects or guiding you through a new app.

The CopilotActions feature, coming soon to Windows Insiders, takes this a step further. It will be able to work with local files—like sorting vacation photos or extracting information from a PDF. Copilot will do all the heavy lifting for you, so you can focus on other tasks.

The new Manus AI agent in File Explorer can create a website from documents in your local folder with just one click—all without any coding. Gaming has also gotten smarter. ROG Xbox Ally devices now include GamingCopilot, which provides players with tips and suggestions without leaving the game.

With Windows 10 support ending, millions of users are upgrading to Windows 11. Microsoft says that 68% of consumers are already using AI to make decisions, and the company hopes that voice and visual interfaces will expand its reach even further.