AI Everywhere: From Office Suites to Code, a Revolution in Productivity


The world of artificial intelligence is exploding, and recent updates are bringing its power directly into our daily workflows. From enhancing Microsoft Office alternatives with AI capabilities to revolutionizing coding with GitHub Copilot, the trend is clear: AI is becoming an indispensable tool. This surge isn't just about fancy features; it's about fundamentally changing how we interact with technology.

Microsoft's Copilot is leading the charge, with a wave of new features and agent functionalities designed to automate tasks and boost productivity. We're seeing AI-powered search engines challenging traditional models, and even image generation is getting a significant upgrade. But amidst this excitement, a crucial reminder: critical thinking remains paramount. Always verify AI-generated information, especially sources and citations.

Whether you're exploring local AI tools or diving into the complexities of AI agents, one thing's certain: the AI revolution is here, and it's transforming how we work, create, and search for information. Stay informed, experiment, and most importantly, stay vigilant.

How I easily added AI to my favorite Microsoft Office alternative
If you're a fan of OnlyOffice Desktop Editors and AI, you'll be thrilled to know those two things have come together to make your life a bit easier. Here's how I did it in four easy steps.
How I made Perplexity AI the default search engine in my browser (and why you should too)
If you're looking to replace Google as your search engine of choice, maybe it's time you consider using AI instead.
How to make ChatGPT provide better sources and citations
Never just trust ChatGPT's sources. Always verify.
You can access ChatGPT Search without an account now - here's how
Accessing ChatGPT Search just got easier for everyone.
How to use GitHub's AI coding assistant for free - and why it's worth a try
AI-powered coding just got more accessible with GitHub Copilot's free plan. Here's how to set it up in VS Code, step-by-step, and find out whether it's smart enough to actually improve your work.
Copilot for all: Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat
Our ambition is to empower every employee with a Copilot and to transform every business process with agents. From Dow to Disney, companies are going big with Microsoft 365 Copilot and agents, uncovering key scenarios that can deliver real ROI. The post Copilot for all: Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
Azure AI Agents are in the Public Preview
AI agents are becoming a key enabler for businesses looking to streamline processes, automate repetitive tasks, and empower their employees to work more efficiently. In Microsoft 365 Copilot, we’ve already seen a lot of solutions that focus on improving productivity for individuals. Yet, the potential for AI-driven automation goes much further when...
How I feed my files to a local AI for better, more relevant responses
Msty is one of the best apps for interacting with the Ollama local AI tool and it contains a feature you'll want to use to help provide contextuality to its responses.
Enabling agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat 
Agents play a significant role in how organizations are transforming their business process with AI. Soon agents created in Microsoft Copilot Studio agent builder and Copilot Studio will be available right from within Copilot Chat. The post Enabling agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat  appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
You can 'Press to Talk' to Copilot via a Windows hotkey now - here's how
Now rolling out to Windows insiders, the updated Copilot app will let you use a hotkey to automatically launch the AI in conversation mode.
What is AI vibe coding? It's all the rage but it's not for everyone - here's why
Caution: Experience required. Vibe coding feels like magic, until your AI assistant starts overwriting your work.
Understanding the Business Potential of Computer-Using Agents and Responses API
AI technology and Azure AI continue to evolve rapidly, bringing innovations and options that can be applied to business operations. Two recent announcements in the Azure AI Foundry —Microsoft’s Responses API and the Computer-Using Agent (CUA)—are set to enable Agentic AI to help with workflows, boost productivity, and eventually reshape business processes,...
Introducing Researcher and Analyst in Microsoft 365 Copilot
Introducing two, first-of-their-kind reasoning agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot. The post Introducing Researcher and Analyst in Microsoft 365 Copilot appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
Google releases 'most intelligent' experimental Gemini 2.5 Pro - here's how to try it
Gemini's latest model outperformed OpenAI's o3 mini and Anthropic's Claude 3.7 Sonnet on the latest benchmarks.
ChatGPT finally gets a much better image generator - how to try it for free
Say goodbye to warped and misspelled text in your image generations - and hello to looser safeguards.
ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode gets a big upgrade (for free users, too)
I tried ChatGPT's new Advanced Voice Mode update. Here's what changed.
If youre sick of Googles AI Overviews, try this genius hack
You can't completely turn off Google's AI Overviews, but users have discovered a profanity-laced workaround. If you add "fuck" or a variation of the word to your Google search, it turns off the AI-generated summary at the top of the page. The origins of this hack are unclear, but LA Times reporter Keri Blakinger posted a TikTok about it in early March,...
How to use ChatGPT: A beginner's guide to the most popular AI chatbot
Trying out ChatGPT doesn't require you to create an account or download an app - and it's free. I'll guide you through getting started and how to get the most of it.
Now you can use Copilot Actions!
Now you can use Copilot Actions! On this video I will show you how you can use this brand new feature!
Microsoft unveils 9 new Copilot features - you can try some now
Marking the company's 50th anniversary, Microsoft's AI companion just got a lot smarter. Even free users can enjoy these.

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