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The wake word tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about voice-activated triggers in Windows, particularly Microsoft's implementation of the "Hey Copilot" wake word in Windows 11. This feature enables hands-free interaction with the Copilot AI assistant, using local wake-word spotting and an on-device audio buffer before routing voice commands to cloud models or NPUs on Copilot+ hardware. Topics include setup, privacy considerations, and performance across different hardware configurations. The tag is relevant for users interested in voice control, AI assistants, and hands-free computing on Windows.
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    Hey Copilot: Windows 11 Adds Wake Word for Hands Free AI

    Microsoft has quietly reintroduced a hands‑free voice interface to the PC: Windows 11’s Copilot now supports an opt‑in wake word — “Hey, Copilot” — that summons a floating voice UI, runs local wake‑word spotting with a short on‑device audio buffer, and then routes full conversational audio to...
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