Microsoft discreetly introduced a new AI chatbot app named Copilot for Android users, expanding the realm of AI-driven mobile apps available on the Google Play Store.

This app, a result of Microsoft's collaboration with leading AI developer OpenAI, combines GPT-4 and DALL-E3's advanced language and image generation with GPT-Vision's image analysis features.

In simpler terms, Copilot promises sophisticated text responses akin to ChatGPT Plus and impressive images like those from OpenAI's paid service.

Copilot For Android Users Now Available

This app, reminiscent of Microsoft's previous Bing search app, enables users to tackle various tasks enhanced by AI, such as asking complex questions, creating visuals, and drafting documents.

Under the Copilot brand, Microsoft consolidates its AI-powered services into a unified product, encompassing its coding and virtual assistants like Cortana, web search, and chatbot.

Notably, Copilot's Android launch offers advanced AI features for free, diverging from the subscription-based model of ChatGPT Plus. This strategic move positions Microsoft as a robust contender against accessible or integrated assistants like Siri, Google Assistant, and Samsung's Bixby.

What sets Copilot apart is its immediate use of GPT-4, a recent AI iteration renowned for nuanced understanding and response, making it an appealing option for those seeking the latest AI capabilities without a subscription commitment.

The Copilot app for Android delivers a range of features mirroring its desktop counterpart.

Users can seamlessly switch between light and dark themes while exploring functionalities like tackling intricate queries, generating images via DALL-E 3, drafting documents or emails, or engaging in casual conversations.

Microsoft describes Copilot as an AI-driven chat assistant leveraging the cutting-edge OpenAI models, GPT-4 and DALL·E 3.

These technologies enable rapid, precise responses and the creation of stunning visuals from basic text descriptions. All these services come at no cost, enhancing productivity and convenience.

Presently, the Microsoft Copilot app is exclusive to Android. iOS users needn't worry, as similar capabilities are accessible through the Bing app on the App Store. Android users eager to try Copilot can download the app for free from the Google Play Store.

The virtual assistant landscape is expanding rapidly, with new competitors challenging traditional offerings. Apps like Poe, Replika, ChatGPT, and Copilot join the market.

Established apps like Facetune, Deepl, Grammarly, and Duolingo elevate their capabilities through AI integrations. Generative AI enhances user experiences, enabling improved advice, image editing, translations, and overall outputs across various applications.

Get the app here: Copilot AI

Other Updates from Microsoft

Microsoft has signaled the ending of Windows Mixed Reality by putting it on a list of things from Windows that nobody uses anymore. They brought it out in 2017 to try and beat VR brands like HTC and Oculus, and it was supposed to be where you go to try VR stuff. Even though they're getting rid of it, HoloLens 2 isn't going anywhere.

They're giving it the new Windows 11 update and improving it. Many people working on mixed reality stuff at Microsoft lost their jobs, like those making AltspaceVR. But Microsoft is focusing on VR things people will use, like Microsoft Mesh for virtual meetings without headsets stuck on your face all the time.

They're also working with Meta so Quest users can use Office and play Xbox games online without a PC or Xbox.

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