Microsoft Previews Redesigned Copilot App with Native Windows 11 UI

[AleksandarK]

Microsoft is currently testing a completely reimagined version of its Copilot app for Windows 11—a significant departure from the previous web-based model towards a fully native interface. This preview, exclusively available to Windows Insiders, introduces a modern interface that mirrors the design principles of Windows 11, featuring refined elements such as mica blur effects, built-in context menus, and an optimized sidebar for managing chat sessions. Built on Microsoft's native UI framework, the updated app offers faster launch times and smoother interactions while delivering a cohesive visual experience. Although the core functionalities remain unchanged—allowing users to engage in text chats, utilize Copilot Voice, and access saved conversations—the redesign emphasizes enhanced visual appeal and usability.

A dedicated "new chat" button and a well-organized sidebar work together to simplify navigation and encourage more frequent use of AI-driven features. The update also preserves key settings like launching Copilot at startup and activating it via the Alt+Spacebar shortcut. This rollout follows last week's unexpected launch of a native Copilot app for macOS, which was odd given Microsoft's longstanding focus on Windows. With this update, Microsoft appears starts an era of offering a consistent experience across platforms, besides its core Office suite. The preview, identified as version 1.25023.106.0 and available through the Microsoft Store, invites Windows Insiders to test the new design—while a public release is anticipated pending further feedback.



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[Chomiq]

UI isn't the problem Microsoft.

 

[Dr. Dro]

You know, reading this somehow reminded me of Encarta. And then I realized, how the mighty have fallen. Encarta was like, a million times better than this actual LLM trash if you wanted to actually learn something.

 

[Vayra86]

Yay! Rounded corners! Oh Nadella, you're such a genius. Where and how can I worship your brilliance? The design language... you managed to make everything rounded! Even the maximize screen looks not like a real box. I almost wet myself

 

[Wirko]

You know, reading this somehow reminded me of Encarta. And then I realized, how the mighty have fallen. Encarta was like, a million times better than this actual LLM trash if you wanted to actually learn something.

Agreed, because an encyclopedia also gives you answers to questions you didn't ask.

 

[Rexter]

You know, reading this somehow reminded me of Encarta. And then I realized, how the mighty have fallen. Encarta was like, a million times better than this actual LLM trash if you wanted to actually learn something.

Oh Encarta, I loved that so much. An amazing encyclopaedia and it worked so well, loved just browsing around in it. Back then you would imagine the internet being like that in 2025. But uh... yeah.

 

[AGlezB]

You know, reading this somehow reminded me of Encarta. And then I realized, how the mighty have fallen. Encarta was like, a million times better than this actual LLM trash if you wanted to actually learn something.

I agree. LLMs might be a lot better if they'd been trained on Encarta and a couple of dictionaries before feeding them the "user generated content", a.k.a. garbage, that makes the bulk of the data they use to train them. I still don't know how the smartest people in the world keep missing the point that using social networks as training data will only ever produce LLMs averaging the intellect of those participating in the network but with the confidence of the dumbest members.

 

[TheDeeGee]

I don't need a co-pilot, i can use a PC by myself.

 

[Daven]

MS continues to change all its software products even where nothing needs changing. That’s why we are seeing worse and worse functionality and quality. Change for the sake of change spreads chaos in the software world and is no substitute for original programming.

 

[theouto]

Microsoft, I don't need a tool that will atrophy my skills, I'm fine on my own.

 

[Darmok N Jalad]

You know, reading this somehow reminded me of Encarta. And then I realized, how the mighty have fallen. Encarta was like, a million times better than this actual LLM trash if you wanted to actually learn something.

Yeah, the fact that LLMs are designed to be engaging and keep the conversation going means they make stuff up, and they do it with confidence. My wife started messing around with a couple of them, and at first they seem like great resources, until you realize they are really good at confidently feeding you bad information, and you can't get them to stop even after they admit to it.

 

[Solidstate89]

Remember, if you have a Pro version of Windows you can fully disable all copilot garbage under the Local Group Policy Editor.

 

[lemonadesoda]

Remember, if you have a Pro version of Windows you can fully disable all copilot garbage under the Local Group Policy Editor.

All versions need to be able to opt-in or opt-out of "features we don't want".

 

[InVasMani]

Some of these changes actually do in fact sound like positive changes in regard to Co-Pilot for people actually making use of it. Faster loading and smoother interaction with a nicer visual experience are all good things and side bar might be nice, but jury is out on that hopefully they add a way to rename sessions and sort and organize them better because that would be a solid improvement for anyone using Co-Pilot fairly routinely. I'm pretty excited to see how quickly Co-Pilot over the next handful of years. There is a lot to look forward to across a variety of applications in my opinion and we're seeing more and more emerging cases of that everyday AI is here to stay.

 

[FierceRed]

Am I the only one who got a spine chill reading "I'm listening" in the first screenshot?

 

[lexluthermiester]

UI isn't the problem Microsoft.

Exactly.

@ microsoft
How many times do we have to say this: WE DO NOT WANT YOUR SH$%#Y AI ON OUR WINDOWS INSTALLS!
Get a fricken clue..

Am I the only one who got a spine chill reading "I'm listening" in the first screenshot?

Nope, right there with you.