Microsoft has released a new instructional video for their virtual assistant, Microsoft Cortana, which is currently available on their Windows Phone platform. The software is available in the U.S. at the moment on Windows Phone 8.1 devices.
The video below showcases some of the features that are available on Microsoft Cortana and demonstrates how to use the virtual assistant on your Windows Phone handset.
Features of Microsoft Cortana
Microsoft Cortana is designed to be a personal assistant that helps users manage their daily tasks more efficiently. Some of the key features highlighted in the video include:
– Voice Commands: Users can interact with Cortana using natural language voice commands to set reminders, send texts, and search the web.
– Personalization: Cortana learns from the user’s behavior and preferences to provide personalized recommendations and updates.
– Integration with Apps: Cortana can integrate with various apps on the Windows Phone, allowing users to perform tasks such as playing music, setting alarms, and checking the weather.
– Notebook Feature: This feature allows users to customize what Cortana knows about them, including interests, favorite places, and daily routines.
Global Expansion Plans
We had previously heard that Cortana would be launching in the UK in July. However, Microsoft recently confirmed that the software would launch on UK Windows Phone devices later in the year, which essentially could mean anytime.
While Microsoft did not provide an exact date for the release of Cortana in the UK, we heard yesterday from UK mobile carrier O2 that the service will launch on their Windows Phone devices in the fourth quarter. It remains unclear if this will be the same date for all UK mobile carriers or just for O2.
Microsoft also has plans to expand their Microsoft Cortana Windows Phone Assistant to other platforms. There have been rumors that it is coming to Windows tablets, the Xbox One, and also Windows laptops and desktops. This expansion would allow users to have a consistent virtual assistant experience across all their Microsoft devices.
In addition to expanding to other Microsoft platforms, there have been discussions about Cortana potentially being available on non-Microsoft platforms in the future. This could include integration with Android and iOS devices, making Cortana a versatile assistant that can be used across different ecosystems.
The potential for Cortana to be integrated into various devices and platforms highlights Microsoft’s commitment to creating a seamless and interconnected user experience. By leveraging Cortana’s capabilities, users can expect to have a more efficient and personalized interaction with their technology.
As Microsoft continues to develop and enhance Cortana, it will be interesting to see how the virtual assistant evolves and what new features and functionalities will be introduced. With the increasing reliance on virtual assistants in our daily lives, Cortana’s role in the Microsoft ecosystem is likely to become even more significant in the coming years.
Source Ubergizmo
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