agent-first devices

Agent-first devices are a new category of enterprise hardware that run AI agents instead of traditional applications. Microsoft's Project Solara, unveiled at Build, exemplifies this concept with an Android-based platform designed for managed enterprise work. The project is early-stage and uses reference-design hardware, with Microsoft stating it does not plan to sell the devices directly. This approach signals a strategic shift where Windows may not always be the primary interface for work, as agent-first devices prioritize AI-driven interactions over conventional app-based workflows. The tag covers discussions around this emerging device paradigm, focusing on enterprise use cases and Microsoft's evolving hardware strategy.