Microsoft Rolls Out ‘Recall’ Feature and Other AI-Powered Experiences for Copilot+ PCs
After months of anticipation, Microsoft has officially launched its controversial ‘Recall’ feature along with other AI-powered experiences for Copilot+ PCs, marking a significant advancement in Windows 11 innovation. The new AI features are now available on select Copilot+ PCs, aiming to boost productivity and enhance user experience on Windows 11.
New AI Capabilities
Microsoft has begun the general rollout of its much-discussed Recall feature (in preview), alongside Click-to-Do and enhanced Windows Search, for Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon, Intel, and AMD processors. “Windows has always been the place where computing innovation happens first,” said Navjot Virk, Corporate Vice President, Windows Experiences. He added that with Copilot+ PCs, users are getting the fastest, most intelligent, and most secure Windows PCs ever built.
Compatibility and Performance
While the newly launched features are available on Copilot+ PCs powered by various processors, some functionalities like text actions in Click-to-Do are exclusive to Snapdragon-powered models for now. Copilot+ PCs have gained traction since their introduction in May 2024, accounting for 15% of all premium PC sales by January 2025. Originally priced starting at $999, these devices are now available from $599, making them more accessible.
Performance Gains
According to Microsoft, Copilot+ PCs offer:
- 13% faster performance compared to Apple’s MacBook Air M4
- Up to five times the performance of a five-year-old Windows laptop
- Best-in-class battery life, offering up to 22 hours of video playback or 15 hours of web browsing
These claims position Copilot+ PCs as strong contenders for users seeking top-tier performance and endurance.
Accessing New Features
Owners of Copilot+ PCs can access the new AI features by installing the April 2025 Windows non-security preview update. However, European users will have to wait a few more months for the rollout in their region. The Recall feature is an opt-in feature that takes screenshots in the background, helping users quickly find previous activities and tasks. Click-to-Do acts like an AI writing assistant, offering summarization, grammar corrections, rewriting, and even object removal from images. The improved Windows Search now provides more powerful, context-based search results.
