The next time you look at Microsoft Copilot, it may look back — but who asked for this?

CHONGQING, CHINA - DECEMBER 29: In this photo illustration, a person holds a smartphone displaying the logo of Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered productivity tool, with the Microsoft logo visible in the background, representing the integration of artificial intelligence into workplace solutions, on December 29, 2024 in Chongqing, China. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a cornerstone of China’s strategic ambitions, with the government aiming to establish the country as a global leader in AI by 2030. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images).

"What if you could see Copilot react and speak as you chat?" asks Microsoft in a new blog post. The tech giant is testing out a Copilot feature that has a virtual face express real-time emotions while speaking with you.

Copilot Appearance enhances the voice experience of the AI tool by showing different facial expressions based on the topic of discussion. The feature is in its early stages right now and available for testing to a subset of users in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.