As Microsoft turns the page on Windows 10 and prepares to celebrate 40 years of its operating system, the company is setting its sights on the future — one where Microsoft wants you to talk to your PC and let AI control it. The tech giant isn’t ready to announce Windows 12 yet, but it’s already transforming Windows 11 into an AI-powered experience led by Copilot.

Microsoft’s Vision For The AI-Powered PC

Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft’s Executive Vice President and Consumer Chief Marketing Officer, says the company is rewriting Windows from the ground up around artificial intelligence. “We think we’re on the cusp of the next evolution, where AI isn’t just a chatbot — it’s seamlessly integrated into the hundreds of millions of experiences people use every day,” Mehdi explained.

This bold vision marks the beginning of what Microsoft calls the AI PC era, where your computer doesn’t just follow commands — it understands them and acts intelligently.

You’ll Soon Talk To Your PC — Literally

Starting today, Microsoft is rolling out new AI capabilities to regular Windows 11 PCs, meaning you won’t need to buy a Copilot Plus PC to experience smarter features. These updates make it easier than ever to interact with your computer naturally.

The idea is simple yet transformative: talk to your PC and let AI handle tasks for you. Whether it’s organizing your files, launching apps, or summarizing documents, Copilot aims to make these actions instant and effortless.

Copilot Becomes Your Digital Assistant

Mehdi described the future experience as one where your PC can understand context and act on your behalf — all with your permission. “You should be able to talk to your PC, have it understand you, and then be able to have magic happen from that,” he said.

This next step in AI integration means your PC could soon anticipate your needs, automate repetitive work, and even adjust system settings — all driven by your natural voice.

What This Means For Windows Users

By weaving AI deeper into Windows, Microsoft is redefining how users interact with their devices. Instead of typing or clicking through menus, users can communicate directly with their PCs, letting Copilot do the heavy lifting.

It’s a major step toward the kind of seamless, conversational computing experience that has long been imagined — and it positions Windows as a leading platform in the coming age of AI-driven devices.