AI in OS: Hype Over Substance?

2025-04-12
AI in OS: Hype Over Substance?

Microsoft, Apple, and Google are aggressively pushing AI integration into their operating systems, such as Microsoft's Copilot and Apple Intelligence. However, the article argues this is more hype than practical benefit. Users prefer stable, private, and customizable OSes without unnecessary bloat, ads, or invasive AI features. While AI assistants have value in specific niches (like programming), forcing their integration into the OS sacrifices user experience and facilitates greater data collection by tech companies. The ideal OS is stable, private, lightweight, and customizable, with AI tools offered as optional standalone apps, not core OS functions.