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The npu updates tag covers updates and improvements for Neural Processing Units (NPUs) on Windows systems, particularly those in Qualcomm-powered Copilot+ PCs. A key example is the Phi Silica 1.2511.1196.0 update (KB5078973), which enhances on-device AI inference performance and compatibility with Qualcomm NPUs. These updates are delivered via Windows Update as component refreshes, not security patches, and require the latest Windows 11 cumulative update. The tag focuses on functional model updates that improve local language model performance and Copilot workflow reliability.
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    Phi Silica 1.2511.1196.0 boosts Qualcomm Copilot+ NPU performance (KB5078973)

    Microsoft has quietly shipped a processor-targeted component refresh for Phi Silica — the Transformer‑based, NPU‑tuned local language model that powers many on‑device Copilot experiences — delivering Phi Silica version 1.2511.1196.0 to Qualcomm‑powered Copilot+ PCs via a Microsoft Support...
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