Introducing the new Get Data dialog in Excel for Windows
Microsoft is announcing a first step towards modernizing Power Query in Excel for Windows. It’s a new way to connect to data that will make finding and using external data sources faster and more intuitive. The modern Get Data dialog gives you a clean, simple starting point for connecting to data. With built-in search and quick access to popular data sources, you can easily find the right source and start working on your data.
Opus 4.5 is now available in public preview in Microsoft Foundry, GitHub Copilot paid plans, and Microsoft Copilot Studio. Opus 4.5 sets a new bar for coding, agentic workflows, and enterprise productivity, outperforming Sonnet 4.5 and Opus 4.1 at a more accessible price point.
The next chapter for AI-powered work management in Microsoft Planner
Now available in Microsoft Teams and as a web app, Planner has further been enhanced with the Project Manager Agent, an AI-powered assistant that helps streamline your planning process. Now, Microsoft is taking the next step by bringing advanced AI skills through Project Manager Agent to its platform, delivering intelligent automation and a seamless planning environment.
Better screen reader experience: Audio feedback for 60+ Word keyboard shortcuts
Microsoft has made significant updates to the Microsoft Word for Windows experience that improve accessibility for screen reader users. Now, you can receive audio feedback for more than 60 common keyboard shortcuts! Using these shortcuts can streamline formatting, navigation, and editing tasks, making Word more accessible for everyone.