According to reports from online sources, Microsoft's virtual assistant Cortana will be completely separated from Windows 10 and transformed into a standalone application. Currently, a beta version of Cortana has appeared in the Windows Store, available for all interested users to download.
This indicates that Microsoft will update the voice assistant separately from the software platform in the future. This approach will help Cortana receive new features faster. However, the virtual assistant has previously been positioned as a web service, so updates could be delivered without changes to the core of Windows 10. Additionally, a standalone application will provide users with more control, and it can be uninstalled from their devices if necessary.
It is worth noting that the separation of the voice assistant from the operating system began earlier when Cortana was removed from the Windows 10 search. It was previously reported that the development team plans to integrate new features that will make the voice assistant's speech more natural. As a result, user dialogues with Cortana will resemble conversations with a real person more closely.
Despite Cortana being introduced as a virtual assistant in the operating system, it later began operating on various platforms, including iOS, smart speakers, and other electronic devices. Elevating Cortana to a standalone application may be one of the ways to promote the virtual assistant.
Source: 3dnews.ru
