Tencent announced today that its newly developed AI Smart Workspace ima.copilot (abbreviated as ima) is officially open to users in its Windows version. This product not only offers search capabilities but also answers user questions, creates text, and generates images, showcasing Tencent's in-depth exploration and technological strength in the field of artificial intelligence.

OpenAI has released two significant updates aimed at enhancing the usability of ChatGPT on Windows and Mac systems. These updates include the official full launch of the Windows desktop application and a beta version for macOS, which allows deep integration with popular coding applications such as VS Code, Xcode, and Terminal. These improvements mean that ChatGPT is not just limited to chat interactions but transforms into a real-time assistant capable of working alongside users.

According to Canalys data, global AI PC shipments reached 13.3 million units in Q3 2024, accounting for 20% of total PC shipments for the first time. AI PCs are defined as desktops and laptops equipped with chipsets or modules specifically designed to handle artificial intelligence workloads, such as NPUs (Neural Processing Units). With the continuous increase in supply of these devices, AI PC shipments grew by 49% year-on-year. Notably, Windows devices are in A

AI company Anthropic has announced the release of its AI chatbot Claude's desktop application. Users can download the version for Mac and Windows for free from the official Anthropic website. This move makes using Claude more convenient, as users no longer need to access it through a web browser and can interact more quickly. The desktop application of Claude does not have significant differences in functionality compared to the web version, allowing users to easily ask questions.

OpenAI has announced the launch of a brand new early version of the ChatGPT Windows app! With this application, users no longer need to open a webpage each time; they can easily summon ChatGPT by pressing the Alt + Space shortcut key. OpenAI has released desktop versions for both Mac and Windows operating systems, but they are currently only available to paid users. This means that friends who wish to experience it need a paid ChatGPT account.

Recently, Microsoft launched a new platform called Windows Agent Arena (WAA) specifically designed to test the performance of AI assistants in real Windows operating system environments. This innovative benchmarking tool aims to accelerate the development of AI assistants, enabling them to perform complex computational tasks across various applications and enhance human-computer interaction efficiency. The research team published a paper on arXiv.org highlighting the immense potential of large language models as computer assistants.

At the IFA 2024 exhibition, Intel announced the launch of the Lunar Lake processor series, aiming to reach a target of 100 million AI PC shipments by the end of 2025. Data shows that shipments of AI PCs equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors doubled in the second quarter of 2024, exceeding 15 million units. Canalys predicts that the share of AI PCs in the Windows PC market will increase from less than 10% in 2024 to 30% in 2025.

Microsoft plans to introduce the 'Smart Media Search' feature in Windows 11, allowing users to search for indexed local video or audio files using voice commands. This feature requires user consent to scan media files on the device and will download and install AI models in the background for transcription and indexing. The feature is still in development, and the AI models may require dedicated neural processing units for calculations. It remains unclear whether users can select specific files for search, raising privacy concerns due to the AI's comprehensive scanning of media content. If selective processing is allowed for users, this feature...

Microsoft plans to launch the controversial Recall AI feature for Windows Insiders in October, originally scheduled for release in June alongside Copilot Plus PC, but delayed due to security issues. The Recall feature allows users to screenshot content on their computers, making it easier to search and review history, and includes a timeline functionality. Although Microsoft claims the feature is secure and private, security personnel discovered that the database was not encrypted, raising privacy concerns. In response to these risks, Microsoft will implement measures requiring users to choose to enable Recall.

The report indicates that global shipments of AI-capable PCs reached 8.8 million units in the second quarter of 2024, with Apple's Mac accounting for 60%, maintaining a leading position in the AI-enabled PC market. In the over $800 market segment, AI-capable PC shipments for Windows increased from 7% in the first quarter to 14%. AI capability is seen as the new standard for PCs, with dedicated AI processing chips provided by AMD, Apple, Intel, and Qualcomm. AI-enabled PCs refer to desktop or laptop computers equipped with AI processing chips, such as Apple.

According to preliminary data from Counterpoint, the global PC market showed signs of recovery in the second quarter of 2024, with shipments increasing by 3.1% year-over-year to reach 62.5 million units. This growth will be driven primarily by the replacement cycle and a low base period, indicating a sustained recovery momentum in the market. AI PC has become the hottest topic in the PC industry, and it is expected that the AI PC boom will arrive in the second half of 2024. Apple is looking forw

Microsoft will introduce a series of AI features on Windows 11 later this year. AI Explorer is described as an advanced Copilot with a built-in history/timeline feature that can be used across all applications. Users can find previous conversations, documents, web pages, and images through natural language searches. AI Explorer can understand context and provide task suggestions. The new feature is expected to be released in the Windows 11 24H2 update.

["Microsoft has introduced a new feature called 'Generative Eraser', which uses artificial intelligence to remove objects or people from photos.","This feature is similar to the 'Magic Eraser' functionality found on Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones.","The new feature will be rolled out to Windows 11 and Windows 10 users, including Arm64 devices.","Currently, the feature is available to Windows Insider users and will gradually be released to all channels.","Microsoft has not clarified whether edited photos will carry metadata or watermarks."]

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Microsoft is preparing to upgrade its Surface product line with new artificial intelligence features. The Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 will be equipped with next-gen neural processing units (NPUs), powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X chipset for Arm-based devices. The future Surface Pro will feature a brighter display and anti-glare coating, while the Surface Laptop 6 will sport a larger display and new ports.

Microsoft released a preview version of Windows 11, planning to enhance AI capabilities by replacing shortcuts. Copilot will replace the 'Show Desktop' button, which has been in place since 2009, aiming for greater efficiency and visibility. Users can manually enable the 'Show Desktop' feature, but its location and activation method will change. Whether this change will be officially introduced in the Windows version remains to be seen as Microsoft conducts testing.