Simular, a startup developing AI agents that can directly control Mac OS and Windows computers, announced a $21.5 million Series A round led by Felicis with participation from NVentures and other investors. The company released version 1.0 of its Mac agent and is collaborating with Microsoft on a Windows version as part of the Windows 365 for Agents program. Founded by former Google DeepMind researchers Ang Li and Jiachen Yang, Simular’s technology, dubbed “neuro‑symbolic computer‑use agents,” aims to curb LLM hallucinations by generating deterministic code for repeatable tasks. Early customers include a car dealership and homeowners’ associations. Leia mais →

Microsoft is embedding AI capabilities such as Copilot, Vision, and Voice directly into Windows, aiming to create an "agentic" operating system. The rollout has sparked criticism from users who report reliability issues and a loss of control, prompting concerns about forced adoption and privacy. Microsoft officials acknowledge the need for choice and have begun adding safeguards, but the push continues as the company expands AI features across its suite of products and infrastructure. Leia mais →

Microsoft is transforming Windows into an “agentic OS” by embedding AI agents directly into the Windows taskbar. The new capabilities let users launch Microsoft 365 Copilot and third‑party agents from the taskbar, monitor their progress, and receive notifications when tasks are completed. Developers gain a standardized framework for building agents that can access tools and other agents securely. Additional AI features are being rolled out across Windows, including Copilot integration in File Explorer, writing assistance, Outlook summaries, and a fluid dictation tool. The rollout is opt‑in, giving users control over their AI experience. Leia mais →

Microsoft promotes Windows Copilot as a conversational AI that can see, speak, and act on a user’s behalf, but early testing reveals a gap between marketing promises and reality. The assistant struggles to correctly identify objects in images, provides inconsistent answers, and cannot perform many of the tasks it advertises, such as controlling system settings or running simulations. While the technology shows potential for accessibility and future integration, its current performance leaves users frustrated and raises questions about Microsoft’s timeline for a fully functional AI‑driven PC experience. Leia mais →

Samsung has introduced a desktop edition of its Samsung Internet browser for Windows 11 and Windows 10 (version 1809 and up). The beta‑available app brings cross‑platform syncing of bookmarks, browsing history and autofill, while emphasizing privacy features such as tracker blocking and a privacy dashboard. More than a simple port, Samsung frames the launch as a step toward an AI‑powered browsing experience, positioning the browser within the growing market for AI‑enabled browsers. The move follows earlier, short‑lived attempts to ship the browser on Windows and underscores Samsung’s broader vision for ambient AI that anticipates user needs. Leia mais →

Microsoft is rolling out a suite of free updates to its Copilot AI assistant and the Edge browser on Windows 11 and Windows 10. New features include Groups for real‑time collaborative prompts, a visual avatar called Mico, the personality‑forward Real Talk model, enhanced memory, health‑focused responses backed by clinical sources, and tighter integration with local clinicians. Edge gains a full Copilot Mode and a Journeys feature that surfaces relevant browsing history. All updates are available today without a subscription and support Google and Apple accounts. Leia mais →

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser that embeds the ChatGPT AI directly into the browsing experience. Initially available for macOS, the browser offers features such as contextual memory, on‑page assistance, and an Agent mode that can automate tasks like form‑filling, reservations, and email editing. OpenAI says versions for Windows, iOS, and Android are forthcoming. The browser leverages OpenAI’s Operator agent technology and aims to streamline everyday web activities by keeping the AI companion visible alongside web content. Leia mais →

Microsoft is preparing to launch a completely redesigned OneDrive app for Windows that brings a full‑screen experience similar to its mobile version. The new client adds a cloud‑photo gallery, a people view that recognizes faces, AI‑driven slideshows and editing tools, and tighter integration with Microsoft 365 Copilot via a Photos Agent chatbot. Additional updates include local‑photo editing, animated‑style enhancements on iOS and Android, a new moments tab for “on this day” memories, and a simplified “hero link” sharing feature that mirrors Google Docs’ URL sharing model. Leia mais →

Google announced an experimental desktop application for Windows that lets users instantly search their computer, installed apps, Google Drive files, and the web using an Alt + Space shortcut. Modeled after macOS Spotlight, the app integrates Google Lens and an AI‑powered search mode, offering dark‑mode support and multilingual options. It is distributed through Google’s Search Labs program and currently runs on Windows 10 or later in English for U.S. users. Leia mais →

Google is piloting a new desktop search application for Windows that blends traditional file and web search with AI capabilities. Available through the Search Labs program, the app lets users summon a searchable bar with an Alt + Space shortcut, indexing local files, Google Drive, and the internet. Integrated Google Lens enables visual searches, image identification and text translation, while an AI Mode offers contextual answers, such as solving math problems. The app mimics macOS Spotlight, supports dark and light themes, and can be resized or moved on the screen. Currently limited to English‑speaking users in the United States on Windows 10 or newer, it requires a Google account to sign in. Leia mais →

Google has released an experimental desktop application for Windows that lets users search the web, Google Drive, and local files from a single floating bar. The app, currently limited to personal Google accounts, can be summoned with Alt+Space or a custom shortcut. It displays results in a compact window and can surface Knowledge Graph snippets. While the software is still in testing and may contain bugs, it offers a streamlined alternative to Windows' built‑in search and includes Google Lens for image‑based queries and translation. Leia mais →

Google has introduced an experimental desktop search app for Windows that brings the company’s search expertise to the PC. The app can locate installed programs, local files, Google Drive items and web results, and includes Google Lens for on‑screen identification and translation. It is launched through Google’s Search Labs program and is accessed with the Alt + Space shortcut, mirroring macOS’s Spotlight. While still limited in availability and potentially buggy, the tool aims to provide a more powerful alternative to Windows’ built‑in search and third‑party utilities such as Everything. Leia mais →

Google is piloting a new desktop search application for Windows that blends traditional file and web search with AI capabilities. Available through the Search Labs program, the app lets users summon a searchable bar with an Alt + Space shortcut, indexing local files, Google Drive, and the internet. Integrated Google Lens enables visual searches, image identification and text translation, while an AI Mode offers contextual answers, such as solving math problems. The app mimics macOS Spotlight, supports dark and light themes, and can be resized or moved on the screen. Currently limited to English‑speaking users in the United States on Windows 10 or newer, it requires a Google account to sign in. Leia mais →

Google is piloting a new desktop search application for Windows that blends traditional file and web search with AI capabilities. Available through the Search Labs program, the app lets users summon a searchable bar with an Alt + Space shortcut, indexing local files, Google Drive, and the internet. Integrated Google Lens enables visual searches, image identification and text translation, while an AI Mode offers contextual answers, such as solving math problems. The app mimics macOS Spotlight, supports dark and light themes, and can be resized or moved on the screen. Currently limited to English‑speaking users in the United States on Windows 10 or newer, it requires a Google account to sign in. Leia mais →

Google has released an experimental desktop application for Windows that lets users search the web, Google Drive, and local files from a single floating bar. The app, currently limited to personal Google accounts, can be summoned with Alt+Space or a custom shortcut. It displays results in a compact window and can surface Knowledge Graph snippets. While the software is still in testing and may contain bugs, it offers a streamlined alternative to Windows' built‑in search and includes Google Lens for image‑based queries and translation. Leia mais →

Google has released an experimental desktop application for Windows that lets users search the web, Google Drive, and local files from a single floating bar. The app, currently limited to personal Google accounts, can be summoned with Alt+Space or a custom shortcut. It displays results in a compact window and can surface Knowledge Graph snippets. While the software is still in testing and may contain bugs, it offers a streamlined alternative to Windows' built‑in search and includes Google Lens for image‑based queries and translation. Leia mais →

Google announced an experimental desktop application for Windows that lets users instantly search their computer, installed apps, Google Drive files, and the web using an Alt + Space shortcut. Modeled after macOS Spotlight, the app integrates Google Lens and an AI‑powered search mode, offering dark‑mode support and multilingual options. It is distributed through Google’s Search Labs program and currently runs on Windows 10 or later in English for U.S. users. Leia mais →

Google announced an experimental desktop application for Windows that lets users instantly search their computer, installed apps, Google Drive files, and the web using an Alt + Space shortcut. Modeled after macOS Spotlight, the app integrates Google Lens and an AI‑powered search mode, offering dark‑mode support and multilingual options. It is distributed through Google’s Search Labs program and currently runs on Windows 10 or later in English for U.S. users. Leia mais →

Google has introduced an experimental desktop search app for Windows that brings the company’s search expertise to the PC. The app can locate installed programs, local files, Google Drive items and web results, and includes Google Lens for on‑screen identification and translation. It is launched through Google’s Search Labs program and is accessed with the Alt + Space shortcut, mirroring macOS’s Spotlight. While still limited in availability and potentially buggy, the tool aims to provide a more powerful alternative to Windows’ built‑in search and third‑party utilities such as Everything. Leia mais →

Google has introduced an experimental desktop search app for Windows that brings the company’s search expertise to the PC. The app can locate installed programs, local files, Google Drive items and web results, and includes Google Lens for on‑screen identification and translation. It is launched through Google’s Search Labs program and is accessed with the Alt + Space shortcut, mirroring macOS’s Spotlight. While still limited in availability and potentially buggy, the tool aims to provide a more powerful alternative to Windows’ built‑in search and third‑party utilities such as Everything. Leia mais →