Microsoft is expanding the availability of Copilot, their AI-powered service, to more Windows 11 and 10 devices. Originally launched over a year ago, Copilot is still in preview but is now being rolled out more widely.
Currently, Copilot is reaching more Windows 11 PCs with supported versions 23H2 and 22H2. In version 23H2, Copilot is enabled by default, while in 22H2, it is not. Microsoft is respecting previously set Copilot policies by IT Admins during this rollout.
For eligible Windows 10 version 22H2 users with non-managed devices, Copilot will start becoming available later this month. Microsoft started rolling out Copilot to Windows 10 users in November 2023 and plans to have it fully available to all users by May 2024.
In addition to expanding the availability of Copilot, Microsoft is allowing users to make up to 10 requests to try Copilot’s capabilities without signing in with a Microsoft Account or Entra ID.
To check if your computer has received Copilot, look for a Copilot button in the taskbar system tray after restarting. Although Microsoft does not ask user preferences for this, the Settings app allows users to hide the Copilot button under Personalization > Taskbar. Users can also access Copilot by using the Win + C shortcut.
Microsoft has recently announced the establishment of a new division called Microsoft AI to oversee the company’s AI efforts, including Copilot and other AI-powered experiences. This move signals Microsoft’s commitment to advancing AI capabilities across all its products.
For more information on Copilot availability in your region and the features it offers, you can click here. By default, all Copilot features are currently available in the North America region.
