That term refers to an AI agent, or helper, that would be fired up via the taskbar.

Microsoft is reportedly testing a new feature in the taskbar called “Companions.” According to Windows Latest, it seems to be ...

Microsoft appears to be testing a new taskbar feature called "companions," and it might be yet another AI addition.

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Of course, this is all speculation, and the idea of agentic companions on the taskbar may never come to pass. However, with Microsoft pouring tons of money into AI, on top of the company's desire to ...

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