Microsoft Copilot Fall Release: memory, cross-service search, group collaboration - what changes first in the US

Microsoft updates Copilot with memory, search connectors, and more - key details

Mustafa Suleyman, EVP and CEO of Microsoft AI, detailed the release in an official post. Microsoft outlined changes across search, personalization, collaboration, health, education, and the Edge browser, and referenced new in-house models supporting Copilot.

• Copilot Search combines AI answers with traditional results in one view, including citations.
• Microsoft highlighted models MAI-1-Preview, MAI-Vision-1, and MAI-Voice-1.
• Memory stores user preferences across chats. Users can view, edit, or delete memories.
• Connectors enable search across OneDrive, Outlook, Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar.
• Groups provides shared Copilot sessions for up to 32 participants via shareable links.
• Health responses cite credible sources. Web and iOS access is U.S.-only at launch.
• Learn Live offers voice tutoring and interactive whiteboards. Availability is U.S.-only at launch.
• Mico is an optional visual character for voice conversations. A "real talk" style is available.
• In Edge, Copilot can, with permission, view tabs, summarize pages, and perform actions.
• Voice-only navigation enables hands-free browsing in Edge.
• Journeys and Actions in Edge are U.S.-only at launch.
• Microsoft says features roll out gradually and may vary by region and language.

Background

Microsoft has expanded Copilot across Windows, Edge, and Microsoft 365 since 2023. The service is available on web and mobile apps.

Suleyman described the release as focused on human-centered design. He wrote in the announcement:

technology should work in service of people. Not the other way around. Ever.

Source citations

Official source for this update:

• Microsoft Copilot Fall Release announcement by Mustafa Suleyman - October 23, 2025