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New report sheds light on Apple's upcoming AI features that will rival Microsoft's Copilot
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
According to sources, Apple is developing a generative AI tool for iOS app developers, which will use artificial intelligence to write code. The tool is expected to be released to third-party software makers later this year. Apple is also working on an AI tool that can generate code to test apps. These AI features aim to expand the capabilities of Xcode and compete with Microsoft's GitHub Copilot. Apple's AI efforts come as the company plans to integrate AI features into upcoming software updates for iPhone and iPad.
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Microsoft's AI Copilot to add new features next month
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft will be introducing new features to its AI assistant Copilot to enhance user prompts and generate better responses. The new features include Auto-complete, which completes prompts if users are unsure how to finish them, and a rewrite feature that transforms basic prompts into more comprehensive ones. Copilot is currently being used by 500 Indian organizations, including Cognizant, Axis Bank, and Zomato. Microsoft's Office Suite applications are reported to offer significant productivity gains, such as reduced time spent on email and improved outcomes in document creation. A recent report co-authored by Microsoft and LinkedIn highlights the increasing importance of AI skills in hiring decisions, with 92% of Indian knowledge workers using AI tools at work.
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Microsoft hires Google DeepMind cofounder Mustafa Suleyman to run its consumer AI
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft has appointed Mustafa Suleyman as the head of its consumer artificial intelligence (AI) business, hiring most of the staff from his startup Inflection AI. In this role, Suleyman will oversee projects such as integrating AI Copilot into Windows and adding conversational elements to Bing. Microsoft's move aims to compete with Google in the AI market. Suleyman, a co-founder of Google's DeepMind, will report to CEO Satya Nadella and bring Microsoft's consumer AI work under one leader for the first time. The hiring also marks Microsoft's efforts to strengthen its in-house AI capabilities and products outside the relationship with OpenAI.
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Cognizant purchases 25K Copilot Seats from Microsoft
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
IT services company Cognizant has subscribed to Microsoft's AI Copilot, securing 25,000 seats for its associates. Cognizant also purchased additional seats for its sales and services departments. The partnership aims to deploy Microsoft 365 Copilot to a million users within Cognizant's global 2000 clients. Through Cognizant's Synapse skilling program, developers are being trained on GitHub Copilot. The AI Copilot is a general-purpose assistant that can automate tasks across Microsoft's suite of applications. Cognizant and Microsoft will also collaborate on using Copilot Studio to create AI applications.
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No Windows 12 yet: Microsoft elevates Windows 11 with 24H2 update
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft has announced the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update, dispelling rumors of a potential Windows 12 release. The update focuses on enhancing AI capabilities and brings new features such as support for hearing aids, microphone testing, Copilot, Taskbar and System Tray improvements, and more. It is designed to integrate with the latest chipsets from AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm. The Windows 11 24H2 update is expected to roll out in the second half of 2024. Microsoft's decision to forgo Windows 12 suggests a continued commitment to improving Windows 11 with AI technology.
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Bing Chat is now “Microsoft Copilot” in potentially confusing rebranding move
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft has rebranded its AI chatbot, Bing Chat, as "Microsoft Copilot" and announced support for OpenAI's GPTs. The move aligns Bing Chat with Microsoft's existing Copilot branding, which includes GitHub Copilot. Some users find the naming scheme confusing, with multiple Copilot iterations across Microsoft's product line. Microsoft also introduced a dedicated website for Copilot and announced plans to embrace OpenAI's GPTs for creating tailored versions of Copilot. The newly named Microsoft Copilot will be available for general use on December 1.
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GitHub's Copilot Enterprise is now generally available at $39 a month
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
GitHub has introduced Copilot Enterprise, an upgraded version of its code completion tool for large businesses. Priced at $39 per month, Copilot Enterprise offers features catered to larger teams, including the ability to reference an organization's internal code and knowledge base. The tool is also integrated with Microsoft's Bing search engine (in beta) and includes the upcoming option for users to fine-tune Copilot's models based on their team's existing codebase. GitHub CEO, Thomas Dohmke, highlighted the importance of understanding an organization's processes and internal tools, as well as code comprehension, when onboarding new developers.
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Elon Musk buries hatchet with Apple, lauds Heartstrings ad for AirPods Pro 2
Livemint
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7m ago
Medial
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk surprisingly praised Apple's latest advertisement for its AirPods Pro 2 and its new Hearing Aid feature. The ad titled "Heartstrings" depicts the heartwarming story of a father with hearing loss hearing his wife and daughter's joyful conversation through the use of the AirPods Pro 2. Musk, who has had public disagreements with Apple in the past, responded to the ad on X, stating "This is cool." The advertisement sheds light on the issue of untreated hearing loss and Apple's commitment to providing solutions.
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Apple is developing specialised chips for smart glasses and AI servers: Bloomberg report
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
Apple is reportedly developing specialized chips to power future devices, including smart glasses, AI servers, and new MacBooks. These advancements aim to enhance Apple's competitive edge in the AI market and against products like Meta Platforms' Ray-Ban glasses. The chips, optimized for energy efficiency, are expected to support features such as on-device AI capabilities. With production slated for late next year or 2027, the new processors will be crucial for Apple's upcoming ventures into smart technology.
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5 key takeaways from Microsoft build 2025 on AI, Copilot, and NPUs
YourStory
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1m ago
Medial
Microsoft Build 2025 introduced several developments, notably the integration of AI Copilot into Windows OS, allowing for enhanced task management through voice or text prompts. Aimed at developers, Microsoft launched the Copilot stack, a toolset for building customised AI applications. Team Copilot supports group activities by managing tasks and responsibilities. Microsoft highlighted new AI PCs featuring NPUs for local AI processing. Furthermore, support for open-source AI models underscores Microsoft's commitment to cross-platform interoperability.
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Apple facing hurdles in adapting Baidu AI models for China
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Apple and Baidu are collaborating to bring AI features to iPhones in China, but they are facing challenges that could impact Apple's phone sales. Baidu's large language models are being adapted for iPhone users, but issues such as understanding prompts and accuracy in responding to common scenarios are causing difficulties. While Apple's iPhone sales in China declined, rival Huawei saw a significant increase in sales. Apple's lack of AI features and privacy policies that restrict data collection for AI-related queries are also concerns. Baidu's advanced model, Ernie 4.0, will be the foundation for Apple's genAI services on various devices, including Siri.
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