Microsoft’s Mico Revives Clippy for the AI Era

Microsoft’s Mico Revives Clippy for the AI Era

Microsoft’s Mico is a ‘Clippy’ for the AI Era Microsoft’s Mico is a ‘Clippy’ for the AI era — a nostalgic yet futuristic step into the world of personalized artificial intelligence. The tech giant officially unveiled Mico, a lively and expressive AI avatar, during its Copilot fall release event. Designed as the “face” of Microsoft Copilot, Mico offers users an engaging and emotionally responsive way to interact with AI across platforms. Image Credits:Microsoft Meet Mico: Microsoft’s Friendly AI Companion Mico, short for Microsoft Copilot , is more than just an assistant — it’s a personality. Microsoft describes Mico as a warm, customizable avatar that “listens, reacts, and even changes colors to reflect your interactions.” This expressive digital blob is meant to bring a human touch to everyday AI use, making conversations with Copilot feel more natural and relatable. The design draws clear inspiration from Clippy, Microsoft’s beloved (and sometimes mocked) 1990s paperclip assistant. In a c…