Microsoft has rolled out a series of AI-powered features for Windows 11, including a new sticker generator in Paint, AI lighting in Photos, and an AI 'perfect screenshot' tool in the Snipping Tool, all part of the July 2025 non-security preview update.

The update also introduces a natural language search in the Settings app, making it easier for users to find information, along with a streamlined Search screen and improved touch keyboard features.

These enhancements are being gradually rolled out through a controlled feature rollout, with users encouraged to enable early updates via Windows Update settings.

Microsoft is expanding AI functionalities with Copilot Vision, which now supports tasks like photo enhancement and desktop assistance, sending data to Microsoft servers for analysis, but without long-term storage or ad targeting.

Copilot Vision, previously tested last year, is now widely available in the US, with plans to expand to select non-European countries, likely due to regulatory considerations.

Microsoft is also launching Copilot Plus PCs with exclusive AI tools, including a new AI sticker generator and enhanced task automation, especially on Snapdragon-powered devices.

Additional AI features include the 'Click to Do' actions, which allow users to perform contextual tasks like reading assistance and document drafting directly from text or images.

Microsoft is introducing Quick Machine Recovery to automatically resolve boot issues, and a new Black Screen of Death, which reduces restart times and crash-related downtime.

Support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025, with Microsoft offering Extended Security Updates to facilitate the transition to Windows 11.

Microsoft continues to enhance gaming and productivity with features like Edge Game Assist, integrated in the Game Bar, and improvements to the Snipping Tool, including advanced color picking.

A recent consumer AI report indicates that 60% of people have used generative AI for work and 64% for personal interests, reflecting growing adoption of AI tools.

Overall, these updates aim to deepen AI integration into daily tasks, making Windows 11 more accessible, efficient, and capable of supporting user creativity and productivity.