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TechnologyMay 22

Philips Unveils Dual-Screen Monitor; Microsoft Updates Office Copilot Interface

Philips announced a business monitor with screens on both sides, while Microsoft will allow users to disable floating Copilot buttons in Office applications.

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Philips has introduced the 24B2D5300 Business Monitor, which features screens on both the front and back of the device. The dual-screen design is intended for users who frequently need to share their display content with people positioned on opposite sides of a desk, such as in automotive sales environments or customer service settings.

Meanwhile, Microsoft announced it will release Office application updates next week that will allow users to disable a recently introduced floating Copilot button. The button has appeared in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications in recent weeks, positioning itself in the bottom right section of documents and spreadsheets.

The floating Copilot button has generated user complaints, particularly from Excel users who report that it obstructs spreadsheet cells and cannot be moved to a different location. The button's placement has interfered with normal document and spreadsheet functionality.

Microsoft's upcoming updates will provide users with the option to remove the floating interface element, addressing the accessibility and usability concerns raised by the Office application user base. The updates are scheduled to roll out across the Office suite applications starting next week.

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