Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella introduced "Recall," a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to boost productivity by mimicking a photographic memory. This feature continuously takes screenshots to «remember and understand everything you do on your computer.»
Elon Musk's Reaction
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk reacted negatively to the new tool. Known for his critical views on AI, Musk took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his disapproval. “This is a Black Mirror episode. Definitely turning this ‘feature’ off,” he said, referencing the Netflix series known for exploring the darker sides of technology.
Details of the Window's Recall AI Tool
The video, which has garnered over 16 million views, features Nadella explaining how Recall operates. Unlike traditional keyword searches, Recall uses semantic search to access all user history, enabling the recreation of past moments. Nadella mentioned that Recall will be integrated into PCs alongside Copilot, another AI tool that succeeded Microsoft’s voice assistant, Cortana.
Public Backlash and Privacy Concerns
The announcement has sparked significant public criticism, mainly over privacy concerns. One user commented, “Yeah, no thanks. Don’t need to pay Microsoft a monthly fee to spy on me.” Another user questioned its practicality, saying, “Bro they can’t even get searching via the start menu right and we’re supposed to believe this will just work.” A third user highlighted past issues with Windows,