8 New Features in Microsoft 365 Copilot: Real-Time Editing Arrives
TL;DR
Microsoft rolled out eight new Microsoft 365 Copilot features in August 2026. They include support for current models such as GPT 5.6 and Claude, which switch dynamically depending on the task, from detailed reports to concise summaries. Real-time editing lets you work on a document alongside Copilot. Mike Tholfsen walked through the changes in detail.
Nauti's Take
Copilot switching between GPT 5.6 and Claude, plus real-time editing inside the document, is a tangible step forward for anyone already living in Word and Teams all day. The open question is how transparent Microsoft will be about which model answers a given prompt, since quality and cost differ sharply.
Teams on an M365 licence should test it, while anyone running custom AI workflows should first check whether Copilot actually replaces them.
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