As we embark on a new year, the widespread adoption and admiration for Microsoft Copilot in both professional and personal spheres is truly heartening. Our commitment is unwavering—to empower individuals and organizations worldwide, catalyzing accomplishments through Copilot, the indispensable AI companion. A significant milestone has been achieved, boasting over 5 billion chats and images combined. With Copilot gaining traction and user preference, invaluable feedback has steered us toward enhancements. Two noteworthy insights surfaced: a group of Copilot enthusiasts, including creators, researchers, and programmers, yearn for swift access to cutting-edge features. Simultaneously, our Microsoft 365 clientele aspires to integrate Copilot seamlessly into their personal applications.
To meet these demands head-on, we’re thrilled to unveil diverse solutions aimed at power users, creators, and anyone eager to elevate their Copilot journey. The highlight is the introduction of Copilot Pro, an exclusive subscription designed for individuals seeking an elevated AI experience. This premium offering not only extends Copilot capabilities to Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers but also introduces innovative features like Copilot GPTs. Additionally, the Copilot app is now available for iOS and Android phones, and we’re broadening access for Copilot for Microsoft 365 to encompass businesses of all sizes, starting today.
Copilot Pro: Elevate Your Creativity and Productivity to New Heights
Copilot Pro, our latest subscription offering, is tailored for individuals yearning for advanced Copilot functionalities. Whether you require assistance in writing, coding, designing, researching, or learning, Copilot Pro is your gateway to heightened performance, productivity, and creativity.
Key Features of Copilot Pro:
- Unified AI Experience Across Devices: Copilot Pro seamlessly operates across devices, understanding your context on the web, PC, apps, and soon, on your phone—delivering the right skills at the right time.
- Copilot Access in Microsoft 365 Apps: Subscribers enjoy Copilot access in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote across PC, Mac, and iPad for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family plans.
- Priority Access to Latest Models: Copilot Pro provides exclusive access to OpenAI’s GPT-4 Turbo during peak times for faster performance, with the flexibility to toggle between models soon.
- Enhanced AI Image Creation: Leveraging Image Creator from Designer, Copilot Pro ensures faster performance with 100 boosts per day, delivering higher-quality images and supporting landscape image formats.
- Create Your Own Copilot GPT: Soon, Copilot Pro users can craft personalized Copilot GPTs through the upcoming Copilot GPT Builder, using simple prompts
Expanding Copilot for Microsoft 365 to Businesses of All Sizes
While Copilot Pro caters to individuals, Copilot for Microsoft 365 stands as the optimal choice for organizations. Previously available for enterprises, Copilot for Microsoft 365 is now accessible to businesses of all sizes, eliminating seat minimums. This expansion includes exciting updates:
- Availability for Small Businesses: Copilot for Microsoft 365 is now generally available for small businesses with Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Business Standard.
- Flexible Seat Purchases: Businesses can purchase between one and 299 seats for $30 per person per month, eliminating the previous 300-seat minimum.
- Accessibility for Commercial Plans: Copilot is now available for Office 365 E3 and E5 customers, without the need for a Microsoft 365 license, and can be purchased through Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider partners.
- Extended Eligibility for Education: Last month, eligibility for Copilot for Microsoft 365 was extended to education faculty and staff.
Introducing New Features in Copilot
As Copilot’s accessibility broadens, we’re excited to introduce new features that enhance the user experience. The Copilot GPTs, Copilot mobile app, and Copilot integration into the Microsoft 365 mobile app are notable additions:
Copilot GPTs:
Introducing Copilot GPTs—customizable behaviors that allow you to tailor Microsoft Copilot to specific topics of interest. Initial GPTs covering fitness, travel, cooking, and more are rolling out today, with Copilot Pro users gaining the ability to create their own using Copilot GPT Builder.
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Copilot Mobile App:
The Copilot mobile app, available for Android and iOS, empowers users on the go, enabling seamless transitions of queries and chats between phone and PC. Enjoy Copilot’s capabilities, including GPT-4, Dall-E 3 for image creation, and the integration of images from your phone when communicating with Copilot.
Copilot in Microsoft 365 Mobile App:
Copilot integration into the Microsoft 365 mobile app for Android and iOS, for individuals with a Microsoft account, offers a portable Copilot experience. This feature, rolling out over the next month, allows users to access Copilot within the app and easily export created content to Word or PDF documents.
With these announcements, Copilot’s reach extends to a broader audience, providing diverse options for users exploring Copilot’s transformative capabilities. Whether you’re delving into Copilot for free, upgrading to Copilot Pro for an enhanced experience, or seeking to boost productivity with Copilot for Microsoft 365 in SMBs or enterprises, there’s a Copilot experience tailored for everyone’s journey.