Microsoft Tests AI for webcams in Windows 11 & Fluid Dictation
Microsoft is rolling out more AI magic in Windows 11 by AI for webcams Windows in 11 Insider build 26120/26220—aimed at Copilot+ PCs—and the update is smart, subtle, and ready for real use.
- AI-Powered Webcams and Fluid Dictation Start Rolling Out to Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs
- How to Enable it
- Final Take
AI-Powered Webcams and Fluid Dictation Start Rolling Out to Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs
One highlight is fluid dictation in Voice Access. It auto-corrects grammar, punctuation, and even filters out filler words like “um,” “you know,” and “well.”
It uses on-device small language models, keeping your words quick, clean, and private. It works across most apps, though secure fields like passwords still stay out of reach.
How to Enable it
Another upgrade brings Windows Studio Effects—such as background blur, auto framing, and eye contact—to external webcams too. Previously limited to built-in cameras on NPU-equipped devices, this now lets USB cams benefit from the same AI enhancements.
You can enable it via Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Cameras, then head to Advanced options and toggle “Use Studio Effects.”
Rollout starts on Intel Copilot+ PCs, with AMD and Snapdragon models to follow.
There’s also a new convenience tweak in File Explorer. Hover over a file, and you’ll get quick actions like “Open file location” or “Ask Copilot about this file” right from the hover card—little but effective moves that keep AI useful and contextual.
This update reflects Microsoft’s thoughtful approach: on-device AI that enhances productivity and privacy, hardware-smart feature rollouts, and subtle UI touches that integrate AI where you actually work.
Final Take
If you’re on Windows 11 and using Copilot+ PC and using the Insider builds, take these features for a test drive. They promise smoother dictation, smarter video presentation, and smarter workflows. For everyone else, it’s worth keeping an eye on—these updates hint at how everyday Windows tools are quietly getting a lot smarter.