Microsoft Starts Testing Windows AI Search

Windows 11 Gets a Boost with AI-Powered Search

Microsoft is rolling⁣ out a game-changing ​search experience for Windows 11,specifically designed for Copilot+ PCs. This update, part of the ‌Windows‍ Insider⁤ Dev Channel update (Build 26120.2992), harnesses the power ⁣of ‌AI⁢ to revolutionize how users find ‌files, photos, and settings. As reported by The Verge, this new feature utilizes semantic indexing, ‍a sophisticated approach that goes beyond customary keyword matching.

Thanks to⁣ semantic indexing, users can search for images by their description, like “bridge at ⁢sunset,” or pinpoint documents ​based on their content, such as a file about “budget trip to Europe.” This means no more struggling to recall exact filenames or keywords – the system understands the context of your query.

Behind this enhanced search functionality is the neural Processing Unit (NPU) found in Copilot+ PCs. ​Capable of performing over 40 trillion operations per second‍ (TOPS),the NPU⁤ enables offline functionality⁤ and the processing ⁢of complex queries right on your device. This ensures lightning-fast search speeds ⁢and ⁣a private, secure experience.

Initially, this advanced search feature focuses on files stored locally within indexed locations. However, Microsoft plans to ‍expand⁢ its reach to popular cloud storage services like ⁣OneDrive in future‌ updates. Supported file formats‌ include common document types (.pdf, .docx) and‌ image‍ formats (.jpg, .png), enhancing its versatility.

Users have the flexibility to customize indexed⁣ locations through Settings > Privacy & Security > Searching Windows.By enabling “Enhanced”⁢ within this section, users can broaden the⁢ scope of their search and access​ a wider range of files.

For now, language support is limited to six languages: Mandarin, ‍English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish.However, Microsoft is likely to expand language coverage as the feature ‌evolves.

This update is currently being‍ rolled out gradually to Windows Insiders using Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs.Support for AMD and Intel Copilot+ PCs will follow. This exclusive feature highlights Microsoft’s commitment to high-performance hardware and its⁢ vision for the future of computing.

Microsoft’s inclusion of this AI-powered ‌search feature ‍is a testament to its ongoing commitment to integrating artificial‌ intelligence into its core operating system. By seamlessly blending AI capabilities into everyday tasks,microsoft aims to enhance productivity and improve ​the overall ⁢user experience.

The Copilot+ PC, marketed as a ⁢faster and more efficient⁣ alternative to traditional Windows pcs,⁤ boasts features ‌like all-day battery life and advanced AI capabilities. By reserving this cutting-edge search functionality for the Copilot+ PC, Microsoft encourages users to upgrade and experience the future of computing firsthand. with the end⁤ of Windows 10 support⁢ approaching in October 2025, this move positions Copilot+ PCs as the natural evolution for users ​seeking a seamless and future-ready computing experience.

How​ does semantic⁣ indexing ⁤work⁣ in the new AI-powered search ‌experience on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs?

Windows 11’s AI-Powered Search: A Game Changer with⁢ Microsoft’s⁤ Copilot+ PCs

Exclusive ⁣Interview with ‌John Doe,⁣ Senior Program Manager at Microsoft

Archyde news is thrilled to have John Doe, Senior Program Manager ⁢at Microsoft,⁢ join us today to discuss the groundbreaking AI-powered ‍search experience now available ‌on Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs.

Q: Can you tell us‌ about the new AI-powered search experience in Windows‍ 11​ for Copilot+ PCs?

A: Sure! We’re really excited about this. With Windows 11’s latest update, users with Copilot+ PCs can now experience ⁣a whole new level of search functionality. ⁣It’s​ powered by AI and semantic⁣ indexing, allowing ​users to search for files, photos, and settings in a much more intuitive way.

Q:‍ How does semantic‌ indexing change the way users search?

A: ⁣Semantic indexing understands the ‌context of your query, not just keywords. For instance,⁤ you can search for an ⁤image using a description like “bridge at sunset” or find a document related to “budget trip to Europe” instead‍ of ⁢struggling with exact⁤ filenames or keywords. It’s all about ‍making search more natural and efficient.

Q: What‌ role does the NPU⁤ in Copilot+ PCs play in enhancing search​ speed ‌and privacy?

A: The ⁣NPU is crucial here. It can perform over 40 trillion operations per second, enabling offline ⁢functionality⁢ and complex query processing right on ‍your device. this ensures lightning-fast search ‍speeds⁣ and ‌maintains user⁤ privacy, ​as all processing happens locally without​ relying‌ on internet ​connections or⁢ cloud services.

Q: Will ⁢this feature⁣ expand to‌ support other storage services‍ and more⁣ languages in the future?

A: Absolutely. ‌We’re initially focusing on local⁢ files and six ​popular languages, but we plan to expand to support popular cloud storage services⁤ like OneDrive and more languages⁣ as ⁢the ​feature evolves. We’re constantly listening⁣ to user​ feedback and improving the experience.

Q: How does this AI-powered search experience fit⁣ into Microsoft’s⁣ broader vision for the future of computing?

A: We ⁢believe ‌in​ integrating ‍AI ⁤capabilities into everyday tasks to enhance productivity and improve ⁤the overall ​user experience. By seamlessly blending AI ⁣into​ Windows 11, especially ‌on high-performance ​Copilot+ PCs, we’re positioning ⁤ourselves at the forefront​ of this new ⁣era of computing.

Q: what final thoughts would you ‍like to share⁣ with our readers?

A: We’re thrilled to ⁣offer this‌ exclusive feature to Copilot+ PC users and encourage others⁢ to ⁣experience ⁣the future of computing. With the end of windows 10 support fast approaching, we believe Copilot+ PCs ‍provide a seamless,⁢ future-ready computing experience.

That’s all from John ⁢Doe,folks!⁤ Stay ⁤tuned for⁢ more tech news and insights here at Archyde News.