What are the Phi models?

Microsoft's small language models designed to do a lot with few parameters — useful for on-device and cost-sensitive tasks.

Is Copilot a model or a product?

Copilot is a family of products built on top of models (often OpenAI's and Microsoft's own), integrated across Microsoft's surfaces.

Can I use Azure-hosted models with Oort?

If you have API access and a key, Oort's BYOK approach lets you run compatible prompts against them.

Microsoft Copilot & Phi

Microsoft's Copilot products and small Phi models — Azure AI updates and what's new for Windows and developer tooling.

What to know

Microsoft spans consumer and developer Copilots plus the small, efficient Phi models, mostly delivered through Azure AI and Windows. For builders the relevant news is Azure model availability, Copilot extensibility, and where small models fit. This hub tracks those moves.

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Microsoft Copilot & Phi — FAQ

What are the Phi models?: Microsoft's small language models designed to do a lot with few parameters — useful for on-device and cost-sensitive tasks.
Is Copilot a model or a product?: Copilot is a family of products built on top of models (often OpenAI's and Microsoft's own), integrated across Microsoft's surfaces.
Can I use Azure-hosted models with Oort?: If you have API access and a key, Oort's BYOK approach lets you run compatible prompts against them.