Microsoft Introduces 'Native' Copilot App for Windows 10 and 11 with New Features

The updated Copilot app includes a quick view interface and keyboard shortcut, but critics note it still relies heavily on web-based elements.

Microsoft is rolling out an updated version of its Copilot app for Windows 10 and 11, replacing the previous Progressive Web App (PWA) with what it calls a 'native' app.
The new version introduces a quick view interface that can be accessed via the Alt + Space keyboard shortcut or the system tray.
Despite being labeled 'native,' the app still relies on web-based components, utilizing Microsoft's WebView 2 rendering engine rather than being fully integrated into the operating system.
The Alt + Space shortcut may conflict with other apps that use the same command, with Windows defaulting to the app launched first on the system.
The updated Copilot app remains in preview for Windows Insiders, with potential changes and fixes expected before a broader release.