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NPU paves the way toward a more intelligent Windows

Athima Chansanchai, Writer — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:30:58 +0000

Inside Copilot+ PCs is a tiny but powerful AI engine, an innovation originally used in smartphones and now applied to Windows PCs: a neural processing unit Microsoft developed with silicon partners for its latest line of personal computers. These NPU chips speed up AI tasks locally – which means they happen on the device – and can enhance the Copilot+ PC’s digital experiences. What sets Copilot+ PCs apart is the requirement for the NPU to be capable of 40+ Trillion Operations per Second. (TOPS measures trillions of operations a system can perform per second.) NPUs specialize in processing machine learning and small language models efficiently to power features such as image creation and smart camera effects while drawing less power from other areas of the PC, helping extend battery life when unplugged. “AI features available on Windows create novel experiences, and we developed the hardware needed to support those experiences,” says Steven Bathiche, a corporate vice president and technical fellow who established the Applied Sciences team that develops much of the AI technology in Windows. Read the rest of this story over on Microsoft Source.

IFA 2025: Accelerating innovation with Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11

Steve Clarke, Editor — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:00:05 +0000

This year at IFA Berlin, I had the privilege of joining both Acer and Lenovo on stage to spotlight the momentum we’re building together with Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. From Acer’s vision of “What’s Next” to Lenovo’s commitment to delivering “Smarter AI for All,” it was clear that innovation isn’t just accelerating, it’s becoming more personal, more intelligent and more secure for customers everywhere. As I stood alongside our partners unveiling their latest Copilot+ PCs, I saw firsthand how this new category is redefining what’s possible. By combining powerful new silicon, advanced AI capabilities and the intelligence of Windows 11, these PCs deliver experiences that are faster, more intuitive and more secure than ever before. Whether it’s real-time productivity, creative breakthroughs or smarter collaboration, Copilot+ PCs are setting a new standard and inspiring the next wave of innovation across the ecosystem. And with support for Windows 10 ending in October, these advancements come at a great time. Customers and businesses alike are looking ahead, and Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 are ready to meet that moment. Here are some of the exciting announcements from our OEM partners:

Acer: AI for every user, from Copilot+ PCs to commercial and gaming

[caption id="attachment_179903" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Acer TravelMate X4 14 AI Copilot+ PC[/caption] The TravelMate X4 14 AI Copilot+ PC on Windows 11 Pro brings AI productivity to SMBs and hybrid workforces. With an Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 258V, 40+ TOPs of NPU performance, up to 32 GB LPDDR5X memory and up to 1 TB PCIe storage, it’s built for professionals on the move. The lightweight, durable design (just 1.27 kg and 15.9 mm thin), MIL-STD 810H durability, optional OLED display and advanced video/audio features make it suitable for business travel and hybrid meetings. Acer’s Predator Helios 18P delivers desktop-level gaming power in a portable form factor featuring up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285HX with Intel vPro, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and up to 192 GB ECC memory, making it ideal for AI developers, content creators and gamers. The Orion desktops are engineered for extreme gaming and multitasking. With support for up to Intel Core Ultra 9 processors and NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPUs, these rigs offer real-time ray tracing, lightning-fast frame rates and massive memory and storage configurations. Acer also refreshed its Nitro Windows 11 lineup with the Nitro V 16 and Nitro V 16S laptops, bringing AI-powered performance and cinematic visuals to the mainstream. The new Nitro 50 and Nitro 70 desktops offer power and advanced cooling, making them ideal for casual and hardcore gamers alike.

"As AI is becoming increasingly important in modern business workflows, small and medium businesses need devices that integrate intelligent tools, robust security and mobility,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, Acer Inc. “The TravelMate X4 14 AI was designed to deliver just that, powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors and Copilot+ PC experiences, offering professionals a lightweight yet durable solution crafted to accelerate productivity and collaboration from anywhere."

To learn more about Acer’s announcements at IFA, watch the 2025 Global Press Conference.

Lenovo: Choice and Innovation

Lenovo’s Legion Pro 7 delivers the power, reliability and innovation needed for high performance gaming and content creation. Powered by Windows 11, the up to AMD Ryzen 9955HX3D-equipped Legion Pro 7 features up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU which, combined with the Legion Coldfront: Vapor with integrated hyperchamber thermal technology, delivers a maximum of 275W TDP to run the highest-demand games at the highest settings. [caption id="attachment_179905" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Legion Go[/caption] The new Legion Go (8.8 inches, 2) handheld, built on Windows 11, takes portable PC gaming to the next level with a vibrant OLED VRR display, up to 32GB RAM and up to 2TB PCIe Gen 4 storage. First announced at CES earlier this year, it’s now coming to markets around the world. All Lenovo consumer devices – including Legion gaming, Yoga and Ideapad – come with three complimentary months of PC Game Pass¹ and select devices include access to Legion Ultimate Support for 24/7 expert help. [caption id="attachment_179904" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Lenovo Copilot+ PC ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition[/caption] The Copilot+ PC ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition that was announced at CES 2025 will soon be available in Glacier White finish. Combining cutting-edge AI performance with a sleek, modern design, the X9 delivers over 40 TOPS of NPU performance and is powered by Windows 11 for a secure experience. The newly redesigned Windows 11 ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, P1 Gen 8, P16v Gen 3, and P14s i Gen 6/16s i Gen 4 offer data scientists, engineers, designers and creatives the performance needed for complex, data-intensive workflows. Learn more about Lenovo’s announcements at IFA.

Looking Ahead

IFA 2025 made it clear: AI is transforming every aspect of our lives, and Windows – as it has for 40 years – continues to innovate to help customers take advantage of future computing experiences. We are proud to partner with industry leaders to deliver the best Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC experience to customers everywhere. The innovations unveiled in Berlin are just the beginning. 1.PC Game Pass: Subscription continues automatically at regular monthly price unless cancelled. Subject to xbox.com/subscriptionterms. Terms and exclusions apply. Game catalog varies over time, by region, and by device. All rights reserved. xbox.com/pcgamepass, ea.com/ea-play/terms.

AMD’s new Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series powers Copilot+ PCs

Athima Chansanchai, Writer — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:29:08 +0000

AMD has announced its third generation commercial AI mobile processors, designed specifically to transform business productivity and power Copilot+ PCs. Microsoft recently announced continued AI innovations coming to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11, such as Recall (Preview), Click to Do (Preview) and improved Windows Search. The new Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series processors deliver industry-leading AI compute, with three times the AI performance of previous generations to easily handle everyday workloads. Enabled with AMD PRO Technologies, the Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series processors offer robust security and manageability features designed to streamline IT operations. OEM partners including HP and Lenovo continue to expand their commercial offerings with new Windows PCs powered by these processors. Find out more at AMD.

How to get new experiences for Windows 11

John Cable — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:41:18 +0000

Today, Pavan Davuluri announced the latest Copilot+ PC innovation and the availability of the Windows 11 2024 Update. We are excited to continue to bring the power of AI and new experiences to Windows 11 and enhance what you can achieve using Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. In this blog, I’ll share more information on the coming availability of new features and apps for Copilot+ PCs, details on how to get the Windows 11 2024 Update and details for commercial and education customers.

Coming availability of the newest AI experiences for Copilot+ PCs

We continue to introduce new AI features that light up more natural and conversational engagement with your devices, with experiences you can only get with Copilot+ PCs. Windows Insiders with Copilot+ PCs will be the first to experience these new features, leveraging the valuable expertise of this community before they become broadly available to customers, with a phased rollout to select devices and markets beginning in November. We plan to regularly share more information on the status of each new feature and app closer to the availability date, including by region and device silicon technology. When these new features and apps become more widely available they will be released to Copilot+ PCs via: Windows Update:

Recall (Preview)¹
Click to Do (Preview)
Improved Windows Search

App updates from the Microsoft Store:

Super resolution in Photos
Generative fill and erase in Paint

The Windows 11 2024 Update

Starting today, we begin to release the Windows 11 2024 Update, also referred to as Windows 11, version 24H2. This update is a full operating system (OS) swap that contains new foundational elements required to deliver transformational AI experiences and exceptional performance. You can learn more about all the new features including enhanced battery saver; Bluetooth LE audio; HDR background support and support for Wi-Fi 7 in What’s new inside this update. We are taking a phased approach with the 2024 Update rollout, based on when data shows your device is ready and you will have a great experience. We will begin with eligible devices running Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H2² for those who have previously opted in to be amongst the first to experience new enhancements. (How can you be among the first to experience new features? Navigate to Settings > Windows Update, and turn on “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available.”) For more information on ways to get the update, watch this video. If we detect that your device may have an issue, such as an application incompatibility, we may put a safeguard hold in place and not offer the update until that issue is resolved. Over time, we will make the 2024 Update available to more and more devices based on hardware eligibility, reliability metrics and other factors that impact the update experience. We will let you know via the Windows Update Settings page³ when it’s available for your device. We will regularly share more information on the status of the rollout via Windows release health hub. The Windows 11 2024 Update continues the annual feature update cadence, with new feature updates released in the second half of the calendar year. This new version resets the 24 months of support for Home and Pro editions.

Information for commercial and education customers

Version 24H2 is now available through Windows Server Update Services (including Configuration Manager), Windows Update for Business and the Microsoft 365 admin center^2,4. We recommend that commercial organizations begin targeted deployments to validate that their apps, devices and infrastructure work as expected with the new release. You can find more information on IT tools to support Windows 11, version 24H2 in the Windows IT Pro Blog. Enterprise and Education editions will receive 36 months of support beginning today. This release also marks the availability of the next Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release, Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024. The LTSC provides customers with access to an option for special-purpose devices and environments, such as manufacturing, healthcare systems or other environments that require longer term device update stability⁵. Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 is supported for five years. (Note: Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 is also available today and has a 10-year support lifecycle⁶.)

Experience the latest innovations in Windows 11

As I often note, installing the latest updates is the best way to keep your Windows device protected and productive with the latest features and innovations. We are committed to delivering continuous innovation to Windows 11 so that you can benefit from the best experiences as new features are ready. If you have not yet moved to Windows 11, now is a great time to do so, and Windows Backup is available to help you back up files, themes, some settings to many of your installed apps and Wi-Fi information. As is our normal practice, we will closely monitor the rollout of these new Windows 11 features, and continue to share timely information on the status of the rollout and known issues (open and resolved) via the Windows release health dashboard and @WindowsUpdate. Please continue to tell us about your experience by providing comments or suggestions via Feedback Hub. ¹ Starting in October, Windows Insiders will begin to see Recall on Snapdragon powered Copilot+ PCs. Customers who purchase an Intel- or AMD- powered Copilot+ PC will see Recall initially in our Windows Insider program starting in November. Timing details on the broad availability of Recall will be shared at a later date. Security continues to be our top priority and when Recall is available for Windows Insiders we will publish a blog with more details. ² Windows 11 eligible devices on Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2, require the May 2024 non-security preview update and a full operating system (OS) swap to update to Windows 11, version 24H2. ³ We will notify you when the Windows 11 2024 Update is ready for your device. Look out for the Windows Update tray icon, check the Power Menu, or visit the Windows Update Settings page. We may also send you a notification to ensure you don’t miss out on the latest enhancements. ⁴ Downloads in the Microsoft 365 admin center and similar channels may be delayed. ⁵Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 is available in the per user or per device model depending on the Volume Licensing program through which it is acquired. ⁶ Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 is available through OEMs and directly from Microsoft through Volume Licensing.

New experiences coming to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11

Pavan Davuluri, President, Windows + Devices — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:22:06 +0000

At a time when many are talking about their vision for AI, today we are pleased to announce continued AI innovations coming to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. https://youtu.be/12HqdkcsYWs We are introducing new experiences for the Windows 11 PC that not only streamline daily tasks but also empower users with new capabilities to tackle complex challenges. These new features will make getting things done on your PC faster, simpler and more personalized. In this era of AI, we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible and navigate in an era of unprecedented technological transformation. Today, it’s clear that innovation isn’t just about creating new products; it’s about enabling us to reimagine how we solve everyday problems. Now, you can quickly and easily find what you’re looking for using your own words, and applications will reveal themselves where and when you need them, keeping you in your flow. Our goal with AI enabled innovation at the Windows 11 endpoint is focused on empowering our customers and achieving better output in everything you do, all without complicating the process, making everyday tasks easier and more efficient. But we aren’t just talking about AI innovation or showing what may come in the future. In May, we announced the Copilot+ PC, a new class of PCs that introduced AI-enabled experiences to Windows customers. Starting this holiday, our Copilot+ PC and Windows 11 customers will have access to even more new features designed to make your PC smarter, more useful and more secure.

Transforming the PC experience with new and useful features

The market response to Copilot+ PCs – engineered from the inside out for AI as the fastest, most intelligent and most secure Windows PCs ever built – has been extraordinary. With industry accolades deeming these PCs a “must buy” and many retailers seeing increased customer demand, we are excited to build on our momentum by introducing even more AI enabled “superpowers” made possible by our integrated 40+ TOPS (trillion operations per second) NPU. These new Copilot+ PC experiences will arrive on Windows 11 PCs from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung and Microsoft Surface, showcasing silicon from Qualcomm, Intel and AMD. And, starting at just $699, these Copilot+ PCs redefine what you can expect from your next computer. New features will become available to our Windows Insider community, with a phased rollout to select devices and markets beginning in November¹. Recall (Preview): Recall is an entirely new way to instantly find something you’ve previously seen on your PC. Following the announcement in May, we listened to our community emphasizing the need for additional default security layers. We have taken the time to make Recall even more secure by default, ensuring our customers feel confident that their data is safe and secure, right from the start. Customers will now have the choice to opt-in to saving snapshots and if they do opt-in, they will use Windows Hello to confirm presence and securely unlock the Recall experience. And with the sensitive information filter, Recall will apply filters over sensitive information when highly confidential data, like credit card details or personal identification numbers, needs to stay just that – confidential. Learn more about the security and privacy integrated into Recall. Starting in October, Windows Insiders will begin to see Recall on Snapdragon powered Copilot+ PCs. Customers who purchase an Intel- or AMD- powered Copilot+ PC will see Recall initially in our Windows Insider program starting in November. Timing details on the broad availability of Recall will be shared at a later date. Click to Do (Preview): Click to Do is designed to help simplify your workflow by magically placing an interactive overlay on top of your PC screen, enabling suggested quick actions to appear over images or text. At your request, Click to Do seamlessly connects you to tools and actions to accomplish tasks, like suggesting help with Visual Search with Bing, background blur or erasing objects in Photos, removing backgrounds with Paint, and more. It also assists with text-related actions such as rewrite, summarize or explain text in line, opening in a text editor, sending an email (with a recognized email address), web searches, and opening websites (with a recognized URL). Click to Do is context-aware, and accessible from any Copilot+ PC screen – simply press the Windows key and click your mouse to find Click to Do in Snipping Tool or Print Screen to get started. With a clear focus on enhancing productivity, customers will see additional rich actions added in the coming months. Improved Windows Search: Finding the right files, including documents, settings or photos, on Copilot+ PCs just got easier. Using your own words, like “BBQ party” you can now describe things to find what you’re looking for on Windows. You no longer need to remember file names, settings locations or even worry about spelling – just type what’s in your mind to find it on a Copilot+ PC. You can even find photos in OneDrive by describing the content in the same way. And, thanks to the power of the 40+ TOPS NPU onboard Copilot+ PCs, it works even when you’re not connected to the internet. Improved search will be available first with File Explorer and expanding to Windows Search and Settings in the coming months. Super resolution in Photos: Reimagine and enhance your lower-resolution and older photos into high-quality images without worrying they’ll look blurry or pixelated. You no longer have to deal with a distorted, pixelated photo after increasing its size. Using powerful on-device AI, super resolution in Photos will transform your old or lower-quality images into reimagined memories. Simply use the slider to increase the resolution by up to 8X, and precisely control and adjust the output. And this work won’t take all night. With the power of the 40+ TOPS NPU, super resolution in photos can upscale a photo up to 4K within seconds, for free. Generative fill and erase in Paint: Pre-release build shown; subject to change Paint is your creative companion, making it effortless to bring your visions to life. Using AI tools announced in May, creators are using their own words to describe their vision in a prompt, or a few swipes of the brush, to create incredible images all for free and without the need for a subscription. Now, with the addition of generative fill and generative erase, you can edit and alter images with greater precision and creative freedom. Using an adjustable brush, you can remove unwanted or distracting elements in your image or add new ones, exactly where you want them. We’ve also improved the underlying diffusion-based model to deliver better results faster, and with built-in moderation, it’s a creative experience you can trust. Even more new Copilot+ PC Arm enabled applications from top developers: We continue to expand the long list of native apps and emulated experiences available for Arm-based Copilot+ PCs. With new apps landing every day, we’re excited to see developers leaning into the power of the industry leading NPU, offering unique experiences and performance across categories such as Productivity, Entertainment, VPN and Security. Many of the most popular applications are already available for Windows on Arm. You can enjoy brands such as Chrome, Zoom, Brave, Opera, Slack, Spotify, Adobe (InDesign, Illustrator and Premiere), Davinci Resolve, Algoriddim djayPro, Libre Office, 1Password and Todoist today, with new native apps on the horizon including Vegas Pro, Fantastical, Sketchbook Pro, Arc Browser, Google Drive and more. We also see strong momentum in the VPN and printer space. Popular apps like ExpressVPN, Private Internet Access, Surfshark and Windscribe are available now, with NordVPN coming soon. And, with over 90% of printers purchased in the last seven years working seamlessly, our Copilot+ PC customers have access to the apps and performance they expect on their Windows PC.

Windows 11 2024 update begins rolling out

Starting today, the Windows 11, version 24H2 update begins to roll out to Windows 11 customers. This update includes new features like Energy Saver designed to extend battery life and reduce energy use, even when your device is plugged in. We are thrilled to announce improved Hearing Aid support with Bluetooth LE Audio, with new capabilities to control audio presets, ambient sounds and experience enhancements. We are also introducing Wi-Fi 7 compatibility, offering unprecedented connectivity speed, reliability and efficiency. Windows 11, version 24H2 also offers HDR background support. We have also made significant improvements to the taskbar and system tray, File Explorer and Settings to make it even easier and more intuitive to do the things you want on your Windows PC. Learn more about how these features will roll out to customers. For our commercial customers, you can learn more about the related IT Tools for this update.

Looking ahead

At Microsoft, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this journey, driving momentum with innovation at the Windows 11 endpoint on Copilot+ PCs. These advancements not only enhance the experience but also empower our customers to bring their ideas to life with secure, cutting-edge Windows 11 solutions. As the way we interact with technology continues to evolve, we are committed to ensuring that our innovations are not only cutting-edge but also secure and privacy focused. We understand that in today's digital age, protecting our users' data is paramount. That's why we have integrated advanced security safeguards and privacy measures into our products, ensuring that AI is both useful and secure in everyday life. Our Copilot+ PCs are equipped with intelligent features that enhance productivity while maintaining the highest levels of security. Whether you're working on sensitive documents, communicating with colleagues or managing personal information, you can trust that your data is safe. Join us as we continue to innovate and push the boundaries of what’s possible on Windows this holiday with Copilot+ PCs. ¹Please visit aka.ms/copilotpluspcs for more detail on the rollout as it becomes available.

HP announces its first EliteBook X in commercial lineup and first 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC: OmniBook Ultra Flip

Athima Chansanchai, Writer — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:45:25 +0000

At the 2024 HP Imagine event, HP announced its newest innovations, including its first 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC and the first EliteBook X in HP’s commercial PC lineup, also a Copilot+ PC. They will support Copilot+ PC experiences when available from Microsoft*. Copilot+ PCs are the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever. Users can accelerate their productivity and creativity with new AI experiences like Live Captions with translation, empowering them to communicate across languages with friends and family, or Cocreator in Paint inspiring people’s creativity to help bring their ideas to life. Copilot+ PCs also offer unmatched performance and battery life, and the highest standard for Windows security available. [caption id="attachment_179094" align="alignnone" width="1024"] EliteBook X 14-inch Next-Gen AI PC[/caption] Designed with creators in mind, the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14-inch Next-Gen AI PC switches between laptop, tablet and tent modes so they can create, edit and sketch as they prefer. An Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor and NPU capable of up to 48 TOPS (trillion operations per second) enable working anywhere quietly and without overheating. The EliteBook X 14-inch Next-Gen AI PC, built for tech experts and business consultants, comes with an AMD Ryzen PRO processor enabling up to 55 TOPS of NPU performance for demanding workloads. For power users requiring high-performance computing for content creation, data analysis and AI-driven applications, HP developed a memory architecture with 8000 Mbps on 64 GB of LPDDR5x RAM for high-speed AI processing. Find out more about these and other announcements made at HP Imagine. *Copilot+ PC experiences are coming. Requires free updates available starting late November 2024. Timing varies by device and region. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs

IFA 2024 drives Copilot+ PC portfolio momentum

The Windows Team — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 17:00:19 +0000

Excitement around the Copilot+ PC continues to grow This week at IFA in Berlin, we saw incredible innovation and announcements from our ecosystem partners across hardware and silicon, all focused on expanding the portfolio of Copilot+ PCs. These announcements demonstrate that the PC ecosystem is all in on delivering the best possible AI experiences to our customers. Copilot+ PCs, now available from AMD, Intel and Qualcomm, will offer leading AI experiences, unmatched performance and battery life, and the highest security standards, equipping our customers with the best PC built for AI. With the collaboration and dedication of our partners, this new category is driving positive momentum with customers, earning accolades from creators and after 9 weeks post launch has achieved 20x the adoption rate of touch PCs over a similar time [1]. Unveiling new Copilot+ PC technology and devices Customers now have expanded choice when making their purchase decision with the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 [2], Intel Core Ultra 200V [2], and Qualcomm X Plus 8-core technology coming to the Copilot+ PC portfolio. These announcements reflect a significant step forward in Microsoft’s AI-driven innovation, offering a glimpse into the future of personal computing with Copilot+ PCs. AMD Ryzen AI AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors are built on the new AMD "Zen 5" architecture, delivering not only outstanding performance, but also compelling battery life. These processors also deliver next generation 50+ TOPS NPU, WiFi 7 and Pluton. We are excited to see customers already enjoying systems powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series, including some that feature a dedicated GPU to deliver unparalleled power for creators and gamers. Intel Core Ultra Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors were launched by Intel at IFA, representing another step forward in the Copilot+ PC portfolio. These new processors will deliver exceptional performance, enhanced security with Pluton, strong battery life,and a 40+ TOPS NPU, which will deliver compelling AI capabilities. Snapdragon X Plus 8-core Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. introduced their new platform, the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core This new silicon expands our Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PC portfolio and brings their 45 TOPS NPU to the Snapdragon X Plus 8 core processor. It offers class-leading efficiency and performance, supports up to three external monitors and enables Copilot+ PC experiences on new devices. Building on the initial success of Copilot+ PCs built on Snapdragon X Elite, this 8-core platform brings the best of Windows to high-powered, thin, light and cost-effective Copilot+ PCs, offering choice for our customers who are seeking a powerful yet affordable PC. Microsoft partner Copilot+ PC portfolio growth Our partners and the industry are committed to this new PC category, and we are proud to highlight their announcements at IFA as they implement the new silicon technology, demonstrating that there is a new Copilot+ PC for everyone.

Acer expanded their Copilot+ PC lineup with the Swift Go 14 AI laptop powered by Snapdragon X Plus platform, Swift 14 AI models with Intel Core Ultra processors and AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor, and the TravelMate P6 14 AI with the Intel Core Ultra processor, giving customers their choice of processor and new enhanced capabilities.

ASUS introduced new Copilot+ PCs to their Zenbook, Vivobook, Expertbook and NUC lineups, featuring Intel Core Ultra processors with integrated NPUs for enhanced AI capabilities at IFA 2024.

Dell announced the new XPS 13 featuring Intel®Core Ultra processors Series 2, as well as the availability of the Inspiron 14 and Latitude 5455 powered by Snapdragon X Plus 8-core.

HP debuted their HP OminiBook Ultra Flip 14 2-1 laptop this week, with a sleek and slim 360 design powered by the new Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors.

Lenovo unveiled new additions to its Yoga, ThinkPad, and ThinkBook portfolios, including the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition, ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Editions, and Yoga Pro 7 Editions, all supporting Copilot+ PC experiences.

Samsung expanded its Copilot+ PC portfolio with a new model for the Galaxy Book4 series and an all-new Galaxy Book5 Pro 360. The new Galaxy Book5 series device comes with performance upgrades made possible by the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor, enabling next-level computing power and enhanced AI experiences with more than 300 AI-accelerated features across over 100 creativity, productivity, gaming and entertainment applications.

This is a new, exciting era of innovation, and now is the perfect time to explore the expanded portfolio of new Copilot+ PCs and the incredible progress they represent. Learn more. [1] Based on a comparison of aggregated worldwide internal & external sales data for Q1 2010 vs June-Aug 2024. [2] Timing and availability may vary by device and region. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs for more info. New eligible AMD- and Intel-powered devices will receive updates to Copilot+ PC experiences starting in November.

Dell adds XPS 13, Inspiron 14 and Latitude 5455 to Copilot+ PC lineup

Athima Chansanchai, Writer — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:26:36 +0000

IFA 2024: Lenovo’s latest Yoga, ThinkPad and ThinkBook additions include Copilot+ PCs

Athima Chansanchai, Writer — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:06:50 +0000

In May, Microsoft announced a new category of devices: the Copilot+ PC. These PCs are the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever built, featuring new silicon with NPUs capable of 40+ TOPS (trillion operations per second), all-day battery life and breakthrough AI experiences. This reimagining of the PC in its entirety has AI at its center, marking the most significant change to the Windows platform in decades. Now at IFA, the annual Berlin-based electronics tradeshow, Copilot+ PCs took center stage with Microsoft’s partners, including Lenovo. At Lenovo Innovation World 2024, Lenovo unveiled its newest additions to its Yoga and IdeaPad portfolios, including Copilot+ PCs such as the all-new Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 200V), the Yoga Pro 7 powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors, and the ThinkBook Gen 7 powered by Snapdragon processors. Lenovo also cast the spotlight on the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition, which similar to the Yoga Slim 7i and Yoga Pro 7, will support Copilot+ PC experiences when available from Microsoft* and includes a Copilot key for one-touch access to Copilot, the everyday AI companion. [caption id="attachment_179052" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition[/caption] Designed in collaboration with Intel, the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is an Intel Evo Edition laptop powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 200V), with an 8-core hybrid processor and high-performance graphics (GPU) for smooth and efficient performance during demanding tasks. The neural processing unit (NPU) delivers 40+ TOPS and accelerates AI-driven applications for creators who require AI-assisted computing power. [caption id="attachment_179051" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Yoga Pro 7[/caption] The Yoga Pro 7 comes with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor and a 50 TOPS NPU, which accelerates creative workflows, making it an essential tool for professionals who demand high performance. There are plenty of other features that make this thin and light PC versatile and powerful, such as robust ports, a 14.5-inch PureSight Pro OLED display and Wi-Fi 6E support. Powered by the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processor, the ThinkBook 16 Gen 7 helps accelerate productivity with local AI processing, supporting business applications with more speed and power efficiency. With multi-day battery life, specialized hardware cores for AI tasks and Microsoft Pluton’s chip-to-cloud technology, this portable powerhouse is ready for business on-the-go. [caption id="attachment_179048" align="alignnone" width="1024"] ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition[/caption] The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition is the lightest ever built for the 14-inch flagship. Like its Yoga Slim sibling, it comes with Smart Modes and the new Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 200v) and integrated NPU offering 40+ TOPS. The newly designed laptop also includes a premium Haptic TouchPad option integrating the classic three button TrackPoint and up to a 14-inch 2.8k OLED Dolby Vision display with anti-glare surface treatment. The 57-watt hour battery delivers up to 18 hours of battery life. Head over to the Lenovo StoryHub for more information on these and other announcements from IFA and Lenovo Innovation World 2024. * Availability of Copilot+ PC experiences varies by device and region. Some devices require download of free updates to run Copilot+ PC experiences, available starting later this year. See aka.ms/copilotpluspc.

IFA 2024: ASUS portfolio will include Copilot+ PCs powered by Intel Core Ultra processors

Athima Chansanchai, Writer — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:30:25 +0000

In May, Microsoft announced a new category of devices: the Copilot+ PC. These PCs are the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever built, featuring new silicon with NPUs capable of 40+ TOPS (trillion operations per second), all-day battery life and breakthrough AI experiences. This reimagining of the PC in its entirety has AI at its center, marking the most significant change to the Windows platform in decades. Now at IFA, the annual Berlin-based electronics tradeshow, Copilot+ PCs took center stage with Microsoft’s partners, including ASUS, which announced new Copilot+ PCs to their lineup of Zenbook and Vivobook laptops. Customers will begin to see Copilot+ PC experiences on these laptops starting later this year through free Windows Updates [1]. These new devices, equipped with up to Intel Core Ultra 9 processors with integrated NPUs delivering up to 48 TOPS (Trillion Operations Per Second), will bring unique AI capabilities to Windows 11. [caption id="attachment_179045" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Zenbook S 14[/caption] The ultra-slim Zenbook S models are premium devices and ASUS’ slimmest 14-inch ultraportable at less than half an inch and 2.6 pounds. Featuring an outer lid crafted from an ASUS exclusive Ceraluminum material, the Zenbook S 14 combines the warm, tactile feel of ceramic with the strength of aluminum. Powerful performance comes with the device’s Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, achieving 48 NPU TOPS and offering the newest AI experiences. The sleek chassis houses a 3K 120 Hz Lumina OLED display, while a four-speaker sound system delivers cinematic audio experiences. AI noise cancelation ensures crystal-clear conference calls, and the FHD AiSense IR camera supports AI effects for enhanced video interactions. Powered by up to Intel Core Ultra 7 processors with an AI engine of 47 NPU TOPS, the Vivobook S 14 excels in efficiently running AI applications. A dedicated Copilot key [2] provides quick AI assistance to optimize workflow, while a 75 Wh battery ensures up to 27 hours of unplugged use for all-day productivity. It’s all-metal chassis – all of 0.5 inches thick – protects two 97-blade IceBlade fans and two air vents, maintaining optimal performance without overheating, even under demanding workloads. [caption id="attachment_179044" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Vivobook Flip[/caption] Intel Core Ultra 7 processors power the convertible Vivobook 14 Flip (with a 14-inch FHD NanoEdge touchscreen) and Vivobook 16 Flip (with a larger 16-inch 3K OLED display) laptops. A 360-degree hinge enables smooth transitions between laptop, tent, stand or tablet mode. Support for ASUS Pen 2.0 adds to its versatility. More features that make it a good choice for getting things done on the road: ultrafast Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and a wide range of I/O ports. Get more information about these and other announcements from ASUS at their Pressroom. [1] Availability of Copilot+ PC experiences varies by device and region. Some devices require download of free updates to run Copilot+ PC experiences, available starting later this year. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs. [2] Key functionality varies by market. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.