Microsoft has acknowledged that its latest Windows 11 update accidentally uninstalled and unpinned its popular AI assistant, Copilot. The issue occurred on March 11, when the monthly update rolled out, and was discovered by users who woke up to find the app missing from their taskbars. According to a Microsoft support article, the company is aware of the problem and is working on a resolution to address it.
In the meantime, users can redownload Copilot from the Microsoft Store and manually pin it back to their taskbars. However, this may be a temporary solution until the issue is fixed. It’s worth noting that some users had previously expressed interest in removing Copilot from their systems, and Microsoft’s update has saved them some time by simplifying the process.
Despite the setback, Microsoft remains committed to demonstrating the value of Copilot in various settings. The company plans to announce new features for the AI assistant at an upcoming event celebrating its 50th anniversary in April. Additionally, Microsoft is exploring ways to integrate Copilot with other services, such as gaming, and will be sharing more information on these plans soon.
Source: https://www.engadget.com/computing/microsofts-latest-windows-update-accidentally-uninstalled-copilot-174850009.html