In this eposide I am joined by Manesh Minstry, a digitial artist and Microsoft 365 Copilot advisor,menror and prompting guru.

We talk about the incredible pace of change, innovation,new features and new model support in Microsoft 365 Copilot.

We cover the challenges around adoption, dispell some myths and re enforce Microsoft Enterprise Data Protection, Responsible AI and choice available to consumers and business prodessionals across every role and every industry.

Tune in,to see how far it has come so far and how fast the innovation is coming..

00:00 Introduction and Context Setting

02:22 The Evolution of Copilot Technology

05:17 Copilot Chat and Its Importance

07:35 Security and Compliance in AI Tools

10:19 The Role of Context in Copilot Usage

13:09 Voice Interaction with Copilot

15:34 Practical Applications of Copilot in Daily Life

17:40 Enhancing Prompting Techniques

19:53 The Future of AI Memory and Personalization

25:11 Utilizing AI for Personalization

28:51 Exploring Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI Models

34:05 The Evolution of AI Models

37:13 Harnessing Microsoft First Party Agents

40:51 The Future of AI Agents and Orchestration

44:19 Recent Developments in AI and Tools

In this episode, Rob Quickenden (Microsoft MVP) and Microsoft's Caleb Johnson discuss the evolution of Surface devices, the impact of technology on productivity, and the integration of AI and 5G in modern computing. They explore the journey of Surface from its inception to the current lineup, highlighting innovations in design, functionality, and user experience. We talk about the huge innovations and importance of battery life, security, always on AI and the future of Windows on ARM and of course the continued importance of Intel in the Surface ecosystem.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Background

02:20 - The Evolution of Microsoft Surface

11:25 - Recent Surface Innovations and Announcements

14:41 - Surface Family Lineup

17:23 - Silicon, Battery Life and Windows on ARM

22:45 - The Evolution of ARM in Windows Devices

25:26 - Future of ARM and Intel: A Consumer Perspective

27:53 - AI Integration and Productivity Enhancements

30:06 - The Impact of AI on Device Functionality

34:02 - Data Privacy and Security in Technology

35:16 - The Versatility of Modern Devices

38:59- Innovation in the Surface Ecosystem

In this episode of "Under the Surface," I am joined by Microsofts' Christian Brinkoff from the Windows Cloud Engineering team. We explore the evolution of Windows from Microsoft original vision for a Windows device on every desk and in every home to the most recent evolution of Windows in the Cloud with Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop. We look at how Microsoft's innovations are transforming the way we work, with insights into the future of Cloud PCs, AI integration, and the seamless experience of Windows 365. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or an IT pro, this episode look at the future innovation and direction of Windows.

In this episode, Rob Quickenden engages with adoption and change consultants Mike Blair and James Webb to discuss the critical role of change management in maximising the benefits and potential of AI technologies like Microsoft Copilot. They explore the cultural shifts required for effective AI integration, user reactions to AI tools, and the importance of trust and ethics in AI utilisation.

The conversation emphasises the need for organisations to understand user needs, address objections, and implement effective change management strategies to ensure successful technology adoption and show cases the difference between no change management and the right change management.

In this episode, we talk to Microsoft's Chauncey Larsen in Redmond. We discuss the origins of Surface, innovation of Surface and Windows and Chip to Cloud Security as we explore the finer details of Microsoft's unique place in the Windows Eco systems of owning and securing the Windows environment, from firmware, DCFI, Secure Boot, TPM, Pluton Processor and Windows Hello for Business.

My first Podcast in the Under The Surface, I am live from Microsoft MVP Summit in Redmond, Washington, talking to Microsoft's Megan Gremmell about Windows in the Cloud, Windows 365, AVD and the new Windows 365 Link device. We talk market, why we need it, and the value proposition around