Clippy’s modern successor, Mico, brings voice, emotion, and a human touch to AI-powered assistance on Windows 11 devices
Meet Mico: The Friendly Face of Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft is giving its Copilot AI a personality—literally. Enter Mico, a vibrant, expressive character designed to make interacting with AI on Galaxy Books and other Windows 11 devices feel more natural and emotionally engaging.
- Mico brings a visual and animated face to the voice-based Copilot assistant.
- It builds on the nostalgia of Clippy, reimagined with modern AI capabilities.
Designed to Be Warm, Expressive, and Customisable
Mico isn’t just a static avatar. It’s a colorful, blob-like companion that responds in real-time with facial expressions, movements, and color changes based on your interaction.
- It reacts dynamically, adapting its appearance and mood.
- You can customise how it looks, making it feel more personal.
This touch of humanization is aimed at encouraging more interaction with Copilot, especially through voice mode.
More Than Just Cute – Mico Is Smart, Too
Behind the friendly face is the full power of Microsoft Copilot. Mico supports natural conversation and handles a range of productivity tasks, from research to writing, automation, and more.
- Understands voice commands and visual cues from your screen.
- Can help write emails, find info, control apps, and even give you advice.
- Supports over 40 languages, making it globally accessible.
Easter Egg: A Nod to Clippy Fans
For those who miss the old days, Mico includes a hidden Clippy mode. If you tap on Mico enough times, it temporarily transforms into Clippy, offering a nostalgic wink to long-time Windows users.
- This Easter egg blends old-school charm with new-school tech.
- Adds a layer of fun and engagement to an otherwise professional tool.
Competing with Google Gemini Live
Mico mirrors many capabilities seen in Google’s Gemini Live, such as:
- Listening to and understanding voice commands.
- Seeing and responding to what’s on your screen.
- Offering hands-free help with tasks, learning, and creative workflows.
But Microsoft adds an extra layer of personality and customization that sets Mico apart.
Coming to Windows 11 – and It’s On by Default
Microsoft is rolling out Mico by default on devices running Windows 11 in the USA, starting with Galaxy Books and expanding to more hardware over time.
- If you’re not a fan, you can turn it off.
- But Microsoft is betting that most users will enjoy the friendlier AI experience.
Microsoft introduces Mico, an animated, expressive face for Copilot AI on Windows 11. Designed to feel like a digital friend, Mico supports 40+ languages, reacts visually in real-time, and helps users with tasks via voice. It’s debuting on Galaxy Books to make AI more engaging and personal.
