Microsoft Launches Copilot+ PCs with Advanced AI Capabilities
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Microsoft launched 'Copilot+ PCs' at Redmond, Washington campus on May 20. |
| Launch Date | May 20, 2024 |
| Sales Start Date | June 18, 2024 |
| Base Price | $1,000 |
| Collaborators | Acer and ASUSTeK Computer |
| Key Features | - 'Recall' feature for activity tracking. |
| - Copilot+ voice assistant for real-time AI interactions. | |
| - Prism technology for running Intel/AMD software on Arm-based chips. | |
| New Devices | Surface Pro tablet and Surface Laptop with Qualcomm chips. |
| Market Projections | - 50 million AI PCs to be sold in the next year. |
| - Expected to capture ~20% of the PC market. | |
| Performance Comparison | Outperformed Apple device in a demonstration using Adobe software. |
| Industry Context | Microsoft shares near record highs amid AI optimism. |
| Global PC Shipments | Declined by ~15% in the previous year. |