Microsoft Introduces Mico, a New Virtual Character for Copilot's Voice Mode
By
Tom Warren
Crisp on the outside, thoughtful on the inside. A keeper.
Summary
Microsoft is introducing Mico, a new virtual character for Copilot's voice mode, representing a modern revival of the Clippy Office assistant concept. The article discusses Microsoft's history with AI assistants from Clippy to Cortana, and how Mico represents the company's latest attempt at creating a helpful AI companion. Microsoft executives position Mico as an evolution of the Clippy concept, leveraging current AI advancements to create a more effective virtual assistant.
Key quotes
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Microsoft is ready to try again with Mico, a new character for Copilot's voice mode
It's been nearly 30 years since Microsoft's Office assistant, Clippy, first graced our screens as an annoying paperclip
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