In Photos, the super resolution tool lets users enhance low quality images, upscaling photos to 4K resolution in seconds.
Coming to Paint are two editing tools — generative fill and erase. “Using an adjustable brush, you can remove unwanted or distracting elements in your image or add new ones, exactly where you want them,” Pavan Davuluri, Microsoft’s corporate vice president for Windows and devices, said in a blog post. “We’ve also improved the underlying diffusion-based model to deliver better results faster, and with built-in moderation, it’s a creative experience you can trust.”
The new Copilot+ features are unlikely to prompt the average consumer or IT decision-maker to rush out and buy a new PC, said Mainelli. The aging PC installed base is more of a driving factor, with many commercial customers still relying on Windows 10 devices acquired four or more years ago. “Windows 10 EOS is in October 2025, so many companies are moving toward a refresh,” he said.
