Why it matters: Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs hit shelves on 18 June 2024 with dedicated neural processing units (NPUs) delivering 40+ TOPS and on-device recall, translation, and creative tools.[1] Pair that with the Work Trend Index finding that 53% of leaders say productivity must increase while 80% of workers lack time or energy,[2] and the case for updating your hardware stack is obvious. Here’s how to make the most of Copilot Plus PCs inside Chaos.
TL;DR
- Copilot+ PCs move AI from cloud to device—expect lower latency for voice capture, search, and creative prompts.
- Use Chaos to set policies around Recall and on-device transcripts before privacy questions derail adoption.
- Blend Copilot+ PCs with existing checklists like the meeting notes workflow so gains show up immediately.
What’s new in Copilot+ PCs?
Copilot Plus PCs introduce three headline features:
- Recall: Local timeline search across apps, screenshots, and browser sessions.
- Cocreator: On-device image generation and editing with near real-time feedback.
- Live captions: Translation of 40+ languages into English during video calls.
OEMs including Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, and Microsoft Surface share designs with 20–22 hours of battery life and Snapdragon X Elite/Plus chipsets.[1] That means agents like Chaos can leverage offline processing for transcription, summarisation, and creative prompts without hammering the cloud.
| Feature | What it changes | Chaos playbook |
|---|---|---|
| Recall | Instant search across moments | Sync with the meeting notes workflow for audit trails |
| Cocreator | On-device image and copy ideation | Feed drafts into the sales follow up playbook |
| Live captions | Real-time translation during calls | Update international rituals in the executive offsite agenda |
How should Chaos teams adapt?
Set device policies before rollout. Decide whether Recall is enabled by default and communicate storage boundaries. Add a taxonomy tag (e.g., #copilotplus) to the focus scoreboard so you can compare deep work metrics pre- and post-upgrade. Train agents to detect when offline transcription is available and fall back to cloud capture when necessary.
Where are the Copilot+ pitfalls?
Recall raises privacy flags—sensitive data could surface unintentionally. Set exclusion rules and encourage manual deletions. Battery life is impressive, but heavy generative workloads still drain NPUs quickly; prepare backup capture paths. Finally, watch for compatibility: legacy VPNs and device encryption tools might clash with new silicon. Pilot with a cross-functional squad to spot surprises before mass rollout.
Mini case story: A Chaos customer in consulting rolled Copilot+ laptops to its research pod. They used Chaos tags to track which engagements used on-device Recall. Within a month, analysts reclaimed 40 minutes per day on average by ditching manual screenshot folders, and legal signed off because the team documented deletion policies inside Chaos.
Key takeaways
- Copilot Plus PCs bring AI horsepower on-device—perfect for Chaos capture and synthesis features.
- Govern Recall and Cocreator with clear policies so employees trust the upgrade.
- Measure impact through Chaos dashboards to prove the investment.
Summary
Copilot Plus PCs extend AI beyond the cloud. With Chaos acting as the orchestration layer, you can harness recall, translation, and creative tools without creating a compliance headache.
Next steps
- Audit device inventory and prioritise upgrade cohorts (product, research, exec support).
- Document Recall enablement policy inside the meeting notes workflow.
- Schedule a 45-day review to compare focus scores and nudge adoption of new capture habits.