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Windows 11 Could Be Gaining an AI-Powered Taskbar — References to 'Agentic Companions' Feature Spotted

Agentic companions for the Taskbar could be Windows 11's next big AI upgrade, but what form could this take and how would it ...
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Windows 11 Could Soon Have an “Agentic Companions” Button on the Taskbar

Microsoft is working on something new for Windows 11: “agentic companions” for the Taskbar, which have been spotted in recent ...

Windows 11's taskbar could be next for an AI overhaul – but I just don't see the point

That term refers to an AI agent, or helper, that would be fired up via the taskbar.
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Windows 11 is testing Taskbar companions and it might be another AI feature

Microsoft appears to be testing a new taskbar feature called "companions," and it might be yet another AI addition.
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Microsoft Adds Office Companion Apps to Windows 11 Taskbar

Today Microsoft officially rolled out three new Microsoft 365 companion apps; People, File Search, and Calendar directly on ...

Microsoft 365 Is Gaining Brand-New Apps — Here’s What’s on the Way to Windows 11

Microsoft 365’s new companion apps bring your files, contacts, and events to the Windows 11 taskbar. Microsoft 365 is about ...
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AI Companions Are ‘More Addictive Than Social Media ... - eWeek

AI Companions Are ‘More Addictive Than Social Media,’ Experts Warn: How to Protect Yourself Written by J.R. Johnivan Published April 16, 2025 Image: LightFieldStudios/Envato ...