Copilot for Microsoft 365 to Gain Access to GPT-4 Turbo

Microsoft is deepening its partnership with OpenAI by offering exclusive access to advanced AI capabilities for its business customers. 

Here's a breakdown of the key announcements: 

GPT-4 Turbo for Copilot Users: Subscribers to Copilot for Microsoft 365, a business-oriented productivity suite, will gain priority access to OpenAI's powerful GPT-4 Turbo model. 

This translates to faster, more comprehensive responses when interacting with the AI tools within Copilot. 

Microsoft Designer Gets Revamp: Later this month, Microsoft Designer, a graphic design tool powered by OpenAI's DALL-E 3 AI model, will receive a significant update. Similar to Canva, Designer allows users to generate social media content, create custom visuals, and streamline graphic design tasks. 

OpenAI Integration Advantage: Notably, Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 offers easier access to GPT-4 Turbo compared to OpenAI's subscription plans. 

OpenAI currently only lists ChatGPT-3.5 and the base GPT-4 model for individual and team subscriptions. 

Here are some additional details to consider: 

Improved GPT-4 Turbo: According to OpenAI, GPT-4 Turbo offers superior performance compared to the standard GPT-4 model. It boasts greater accuracy for complex tasks and incorporates data up to December 2023, providing a more recent knowledge base. 

Additionally, it aims to minimize instances where the AI fails to complete tasks, a common frustration with previous versions. 

Microsoft Prioritizes User Privacy: Microsoft assures users that their Copilot for Microsoft 365 interactions and data will not be stored, used, or contributed to training future AI models. 

Subscription Options: 

Copilot for Microsoft 365: This business-focused service costs $30 per user per month. 

Copilot Pro: Launched in January, Copilot Pro caters to individual users at $20 per month. It also includes priority access to GPT-4 Turbo, Copilot integration within select Microsoft 365 apps, and additional features within Microsoft Designer (formerly Bing Image Creator). 

Overall, Microsoft's move strengthens its AI offerings for businesses, aiming to boost productivity through advanced features powered by OpenAI's technology.