Microsoft paused the latest update of Edge, but it’s not because of Copilot

We now know why Microsoft paused the latest update for its Edge browser.

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What you need to know

Microsoft began shipping an update to Edge earlier this week that brought the browser to version 123.0.2420.53. That update rollout, however, has been paused. When the stop was first noticed, some believed that it was related to Copilot, but it turns out the pause was only related to enterprise compatibility.

Some around the web noticed that a Copilot app seemed to appear in the Windows 11 Settings app after updating Edge to version 123.0.2420.53. But the two are unrelated. I’m running Edge version 122.0.2365.92 right now and still have the Copilot app in the Windows 11 Settings app on my system.

Microsoft also confirmed that the reason it pulled the latest Edge update was not related to Copilot in a statement toNeowin.

“The rollout for Microsoft Edge 123 was paused to ensure compatibility with certain enterprise configurations related to storage of user profile data. It was not related to Microsoft Copilot. We plan to resume the rollout of Edge 123 as soon as March 27, 2024.”

The pause seems to have occurred for a relatively mundane, albeit important, reason. Microsoft needs to ensure compatibility with certain enterprise configurations. If all goes to plan, the tech giant will resume the rollout of Edge 123 today, March 27, 2024, though it could be later.

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Microsoft Copilot began rolling out in preview in the final quarter of 2024, but the AI tool is now available on more PCs. Last week, Microsoft announced thatCopilot is now rolling out to an increased number of devicesrunning Windows 11 and Windows 10. Copilot is enabled by default in Windows 11 23H2 but disabled by default in Windows 11 version 22H2.

Microsoft expects Copilot to “reach most of its targeted Windows 11 and 10 devices by the end of May.”

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When Microsoft made that Copilot announcement, the company also shared that it’s now possible to access Copilot up to 10 times without having to sign in with a Microsoft account or Microsoft Entra ID. That change should give users a chance to try Copilot without having to hop through any additional hoops.

Microsoft is aggressively pushing Copilot these days. There are several ways to summon the AI tool, including a Copilot key that is now a requirement to meet Microsoft’s definition of an AI PC. Arecent poll of oursshowed that 54% of polled participants never use Copilot but an interview withpeople who use Copilot dailyshows that the tool is useful for some who integrate it into their workflow.

Copilot Pro |$20 at Microsoft Store

Copilot Pro builds off the free version and has better performance and priority access during peak times, as well as more image creator boosts that let you create more AI generated images in a single day. Copilot Pro also enables AI features in Office apps, something the free version doesn’t have.

Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.