Productivity Tools
The latest Productivity Tools coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft 365’s Copilot AI rolls out with new $20/month Pro tier and higher enterprise pricing.
Microsoft has taken a significant leap in AI-powered productivity by fully integrating Copilot into its Microsoft 365 suite, bringing transformative changes to subscription plans and introducing...
Notepad on Windows 11 Gets AI Rewrite in New Insider Build
Microsoft has once again pushed the boundaries of productivity with its latest Windows 11 update, introducing an AI-powered rewrite feature for the classic Notepad app. This groundbreaking addition...
Microsoft 365 Personal and Family Users Get Copilot Pro AI for Free
Microsoft has announced that its powerful Copilot Pro AI features, previously exclusive to enterprise users, are now available for free to all Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers. This...
Microsoft 365 Makes Copilot Pro AI Standard for All Subscribers in 2025
Microsoft 365 Integrates AI Features: Copilot Pro Becomes Standard Introduction Microsoft has announced a significant transformation in its Microsoft 365 subscription offerings by integrating...
Microsoft Copilot: AI-Powered Productivity Now Built Into Office 365
Microsoft Copilot is revolutionizing how professionals interact with productivity software, integrating AI-powered assistance directly into Microsoft 365 applications. This groundbreaking tool...
AI arrives in Notepad and Paint for Windows 11 Insiders, adding autocomplete and DALL-E features.
Microsoft is transforming two of its most iconic Windows applications—Notepad and Paint—with cutting-edge AI capabilities, marking a significant leap forward in productivity tools for Windows 11...
Microsoft 365's First Major Price Hike Since 2011 Tied to $30 Copilot AI Add-On
Microsoft has announced significant price increases for its Microsoft 365 subscriptions, citing advanced AI integration as the primary driver. The changes, effective immediately for new customers and...
Excel’s Copilot Now Cleans Data and Runs Python via Natural Language
In today's fast-paced digital environment, Microsoft has introduced Copilot, an AI-powered assistant integrated into Excel, aiming to revolutionize data analysis and enhance productivity. Background...
Microsoft 365 Copilot AI Price Hits $40/User/Month with New Features
Microsoft has recently announced significant updates to its Microsoft 365 Copilot AI, including both exciting new features and notable price increases. This AI-powered productivity tool, designed to...
Microsoft Revives People App with Deep Outlook and Teams Integration
Introduction Microsoft has announced the revival of its People app, a contact management tool initially introduced during the Windows 10 era but discontinued due to limited user adoption. This...