
Microsoft has recently introduced a new experimental feature through the Windows Insider Program, allowing users to summon the Copilot AI service within the Windows operating system using the wake phrase, “Hey, Copilot.”
At present, this functionality is limited to the English-language version of Copilot. When a device detects the phrase “Hey, Copilot,” it activates the Copilot Voice feature, displaying a microphone icon on-screen and listening for subsequent voice commands from the user.
This feature requires manual activation by the user, ensuring that the system does not engage in passive listening without the user’s awareness. Furthermore, all processing is conducted locally on the device, guaranteeing that no interaction data is transmitted to the cloud. When the user presses the “X” button or ceases interaction for a period of time, the Copilot service automatically deactivates, accompanied by an audible notification to indicate its shutdown.
Currently, the feature is only operable while the PC is awake; it becomes inaccessible once the device enters sleep mode. During voice interactions with Copilot, the system may attempt to establish an internet connection, as certain tasks—such as retrieving information—are performed in conjunction with cloud-based services.
Although the service presently supports only English, broader language support is anticipated in future updates, with potential expansion to a wider range of devices.
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