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Microsoft's Copilot Gains Free Access to OpenAI's o1 Model

1/31/2025

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Story summary

Microsoft has unveiled the "Think Deeper" feature, granting all Copilot users free access to OpenAI's o1 reasoning model. This exciting update empowers users to tackle complex questions with detailed, step-by-step answers, elevating Copilot's prowess in math, science, and coding, and delivering immense value to its community.

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Historical Context

Microsoft's launch of the "Think Deeper" feature for Copilot marks a significant advancement in AI capabilities, reminiscent of the evolution of reasoning models in computing. The journey began in the 1950s with pioneers like Alan Turing, leading to the development of neural networks in the 1980s. Recent breakthroughs, such as OpenAI's o1 model, reflect a renewed focus on complex reasoning, echoing past AI milestones while raising questions about transparency and ethical use.

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Microsoft has unveiled the "Think Deeper" feature, granting all Copilot users free access to OpenAI's o1 reasoning model. This exciting update empowers users to tackle complex questions with detailed, step-by-step answers, elevating Copilot's prowess in math, science, and coding, and delivering immense value to its community.

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