Microsoft’s Copilot Tasks AI uses its own computer to get things done

Microsoft announced a preview of Copilot Tasks, a new AI system designed to manage busywork in the background without burdening the user's device. This feature utilizes its own cloud-based computer and browser to execute various jobs, such as scheduling appointments or creating study plans, based on natural language instructions. Users can assign tasks on a recurring, scheduled, or one-time basis, and Copilot Tasks will report back upon completion. Examples of its capabilities include organizing subscriptions, turning emails into slide decks, planning parties, and monitoring apartment listings. Microsoft stated that Tasks will request permission before executing significant actions like making payments. This launch positions Copilot Tasks as Microsoft's entry into agentic AI capabilities, similar to recent offerings from competitors. Currently, Copilot Tasks is in a research preview with a small group of testers, and interested users can join a waitlist.

(Source：The Verge)