Although promoted as a breakthrough in the field of AI-integrated computers, Microsoft's new Copilot Plus laptop line makes users disappointed when it is likely not fully equipped with AI features as expected. Is this a wrong strategy for Microsoft, or is the company planning something else?

New AI features on Windows, like Auto Super Resolution for smoother gaming experiences, aren't exclusive to Qualcomm. Intel Lunar Lake and AMD Strix Point chip lines will also have equivalent AI co-processing performance. However, when the new Copilot Plus PCs from Intel and AMD launch this fall, there's no guarantee they'll be fully equipped, or even with any new AI features.

According to information from The Verge, each laptop in the above product line will require a free software update before being able to use Copilot Plus's AI features. Notably, these updates may not even appear before the end of 2024. James Howell, Microsoft's Chief Marketing Officer, shared: "Intel Lunar Lake and AMD Strix are Windows 11 AI PCs that meet the requirements." We are working closely with Intel and AMD to deliver the Copilot+ PC experience through free updates, when available."

Similar statements were also made by Intel and Nvidia. Meanwhile, Matthew Hurwitz, AMD's PR Director, said: "We hope to have the Copilot+ experience by the end of 2024." This means users may have to wait a while. long to fully experience advanced AI features on your Copilot Plus laptop.

The delay in fully integrating AI features on Copilot Plus also raises concerns about security. Experts warn that Microsoft's new Recall feature that allows taking screenshots of every user action as an AI memory aid could cause a security disaster. They are calling on Microsoft to reconsider this plan, however, Microsoft has not yet given any official response.

Besides, the technology world has not had the opportunity to test the performance and battery life of the new wave of AI PCs, even with Qualcomm's models. Rushing to market an unfinished product could affect Microsoft's reputation, especially in the context of fierce competition with rivals such as Apple and Google.

Even so, all three of Qualcomm's competitors (Intel, AMD, Nvidia) assert that existing AI features will still work on their chips, and hundreds more will come from independent software companies. . Is this a wise move by Microsoft to explore the market and perfect the product before facing fierce competition?

Source: Genk