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Microsoft launched AI-powered Surface PCs with a Copilot button and hired top talent from Inflection AI, reinforcing its leadership in AI innovation and personal computing.
Microsoft's AI Ambition: Reshaping Tech with Surface PCs and Top AI Talent
In a series of strategic moves that underscore its commitment to leading the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, Microsoft has made headlines with its latest announcements.
The tech giant is not only introducing AI-integrated Surface PCs but also bolstering its AI development team with the acquisition of talent from the AI startup Inflection.
Microsoft has unveiled its first-ever Surface PCs equipped with a dedicated Copilot button, fulfilling a promise made earlier this year.
This innovative feature, positioned for easy access on the keyboard, is poised to transform the user experience by bringing generative AI capabilities to the fingertips of users.
The new Surface Pro 10 for Business and Surface Laptop 6 for Business, both equipped with this feature, highlight Microsoft's vision for a future where AI and personal computing are seamlessly integrated.
Image: The Copilot key on the Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 for Business appears to the left of the arrow keys. Source: Microsoft
In addition to the Copilot feature, these "AI PCs" boast Intel Core Ultra processors with a specialised neural processing engine (NPU), enabling faster responses and improved security.
These features, along with the integration of AI into Windows 11, underscore Microsoft's commitment to enhancing user experiences through technology.
The introduction of these AI-integrated PCs follows closely on the heels of Apple's announcement of its MacBook Air laptops, featuring an upgraded Neural Engine for AI applications.
Microsoft's offerings, starting at $1,199, are now available for pre-order and are set to ship starting April 9, though initially, they will not be available to consumers.
Image: Satya Nadella with Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer. Source: Microsoft
In a parallel development, Microsoft has announced a significant partnership with Inflection AI, involving a $650 million agreement largely for licensing the startup's AI software.
This move comes alongside the hiring of Inflection's co-founders, Mustafa Suleyman and Karén Simonyan, as well as a majority of the startup's staff.
Image: Mustafa Suleyman Co- founder and CEO of inflection AI speaks to journalists during the AI safety summit in Bletchley Park Milton, England, Wednesday November 1 2023. Source: (AP photos / Grant File )
This "acqui-hire" has captured the industry's attention, merging Inflection's innovative AI capabilities with Microsoft's global reach.
"We are in Year 2 of the AI platform shift and must ensure we have the capability and capacity to boldly innovate," stated Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, highlighting the company's ambition in the AI space. With Suleyman and Simonyan joining the leadership team, Microsoft is poised to accelerate its AI research and development efforts.
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