When does the unified Copilot app reach everyone?

Microsoft started the Windows Insider rollout this week, with global mobile and web availability in mid-August and Windows and Mac expected in mid-September 2026 (ZDNet, Aug 12).

Which Copilot features retire on August 18, 2026?

Group Chats, Podcasts, Deep Research, and Copilot Labs leave the consumer experience. M365 Premium keeps Researcher, and the long-term plan is a super app aggregating chat, GitHub Copilot, and Cowork.

Who should install KB5121000?

Windows 11 26H1 devices (build 28000.2704) only. It is not an in-place upgrade path for 24H2 or 25H2; those releases continue on their own servicing streams (Microsoft Support, Aug 11).

Why did Microsoft cut carbon removal purchases by 80%?

Microsoft bought about 8.55 million tons through mid-July, down roughly 80% year over year, as AI datacenter power demand grew its own emissions. The company calls it a disciplined adjustment and still buys nearly half of the voluntary market (Bloomberg via Edge Malaysia, Aug 13).

Is Microsoft leaving China?

No. Microsoft has closed at least 15 offices and ventures in five years and weighed an exit in 2023, but it stays for Azure demand from Chinese exporters and engineering talent. China is about 1.5% of global revenue (Reuters via CNBC TV18, Aug 13).

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