Microsoft is rolling out new AI features that will become available to most users.
What’s New from Microsoft?
The main news is the free access to Copilot Chat. All Microsoft 365 business users can now get basic Copilot Chat features without an extra fee. This tool appears as a side panel in Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote) and helps with tasks like:
- Creating documents.
- Analyzing tables.
- Building presentations.
- Rewriting and summarizing texts.
Who Will Benefit from These Updates?
These updates are aimed primarily at all business users of Microsoft 365.
- Users who work with text and data: The free Copilot Chat helps them handle routine tasks, such as writing, editing, and analysis, which will boost their productivity.
- Companies that don’t want to buy the full Copilot license: They can now use basic AI features without any additional cost.
How Does the Free Version Differ from the Paid One?
While the free Copilot Chat is a powerful tool, the full Microsoft 365 Copilot license (priced at $30 per month) offers more advanced features:
- Better Integration: The full version works more closely with all apps and can process all of a user’s work data, not just one document.
- Priority Access: Paid users are the first to get access to new features, such as file uploads and image generation.
- Latest Technology: The paid version uses the newest developments, including GPT-5, which provides faster response times and better stability during peak usage.
