1. Microsoft introduced a new AI chatbot named Mico during their Copilot fall release press event on October 24, 2025. Mico is an expressive avatar blob that listens, reacts, and changes colors based on interactions. It can be customized and even transforms into Clippy with an Easter egg.
2. The feature is enabled by default when using Copilot's voice mode but can be turned off. Initially available in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., Mico learns from conversations and user feedback. A new "Learn Live" mode allows Copilot to guide users through concepts instead of just providing answers.
3. Microsoft is also working on evolving Copilot's personality and tone with a new mode called "Real Talk." This will allow the AI to mirror the user's conversational style, push back, and challenge ideas to encourage different perspectives. The company aims to find a balance between being helpful and avoiding leading users down rabbit holes.
2. The feature is enabled by default when using Copilot's voice mode but can be turned off. Initially available in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., Mico learns from conversations and user feedback. A new "Learn Live" mode allows Copilot to guide users through concepts instead of just providing answers.
3. Microsoft is also working on evolving Copilot's personality and tone with a new mode called "Real Talk." This will allow the AI to mirror the user's conversational style, push back, and challenge ideas to encourage different perspectives. The company aims to find a balance between being helpful and avoiding leading users down rabbit holes.
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Microsoft unveiled Mico, an AI chatbot avatar during their Copilot fall release event on October 24, 2025. Mico responds to interactions and changes colors, can be customized to resemble Clippy, and is enabled by default in Copilot's voice mode. Initially available in the U.S., Canada, and the
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/23/microsofts-mico-is-a-clippy-for-the-ai-era/#summary
Date: Oct. 24, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-24
Created: 2025/10/24 02:42
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:36
Last Read: 2025/10/24 07:57