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Microsoft Ends Copilot Support on Smart TVs Amid User Backlash

Microsoft Ends Copilot Support on Smart TVs Amid User Backlash

First seen 28 Oct 2026, 19:41 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 29, 2026 at 19:16 UTC
  • •Microsoft is ending Copilot support on all smart TVs due to user backlash.
  • •The discontinuation affects LG and Samsung TVs with the Copilot feature.
  • •The decision reflects a strategic shift towards business applications for Copilot.

Microsoft is discontinuing support for its Copilot AI assistant on all smart TVs, including those from LG and Samsung, as confirmed by a notification on LG TVs. The decision follows user dissatisfaction with the unremovable Copilot shortcut added to LG TVs last year. The feature, which allowed users to interact with an AI companion for content recommendations, will cease functioning sometime in 2026, although a specific date has not been provided. This shift aligns with Microsoft's new strategy to focus Copilot on business and productivity applications rather than personal use. The announcement was not made through official channels but was revealed via an on-screen notification. Users had previously expressed frustration over the forced installation of the Copilot feature, leading to significant backlash. Microsoft has not disclosed the exact timeline for the discontinuation of the service, but it is expected to happen before the end of the year.

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Timeline

2026-10-28
Notification of Copilot discontinuation
A notification on LG TVs confirmed that Microsoft is ending Copilot support on all smart TVs, expected before the end of 2026.
Windows Central
2026-10-28
The Verge reports Copilot discontinuation
The Verge reported on the same day that Microsoft is discontinuing Copilot support on smart TVs, citing user complaints about the feature.
The Verge

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Common questions

When will Copilot stop working?
Microsoft has not provided a specific date, but Copilot support is expected to end before the end of 2026.
Why is Microsoft discontinuing Copilot on TVs?
The decision is due to user backlash against the forced installation and a strategic shift towards business applications.
Which TVs are affected by this change?
The discontinuation affects all smart TVs that included Microsoft's Copilot feature, specifically those from LG and Samsung.