Microsoft Launches Copilot 3D to Turn Photos into 3D Models
| 2025-08-12
Microsoft Launches Copilot 3D to Turn Photos into 3D Models
Microsoft’s Copilot 3D uses AI to convert 2D images into downloadable 3D models, making game, animation, and printing projects more accessible.
Microsoft says best results come from images with uniform backgrounds, good lighting, and clear depth cues. The service stores creations in the “My Creations” section for 28 days before automatic deletion. It advises against uploading copyrighted images or identifiable photographs of individuals without consent.
The company also warns that content violating its policies—such as illegal or non-compliant images—may result in account suspension. Some uploads, including celebrity images, are automatically blocked to prevent misuse. According to early testing by technology publication The Verge, the tool demonstrated high accuracy with objects such as furniture and fruit, but encountered challenges with animal anatomy and complex textures.
Potential uses for Copilot 3D span a wide range. Game developers could turn concept art into usable 3D assets, animators might quickly prototype scenes, and educators could create interactive teaching tools. In addition, designers working in augmented or virtual reality could integrate the models directly into immersive environments.
To access the tool, users must sign in at Copilot.com using a Microsoft or Google account. After navigating to the Labs section, they can select Copilot 3D, upload an image, and generate a model. While it works on mobile browsers, Microsoft recommends desktop use for optimal performance.
The launch of Copilot 3D comes just one day after Microsoft introduced “Smart Mode” for its Copilot assistant, powered by GPT-5 technology. Together, the updates indicate the company’s growing focus on integrating generative AI into creative and professional workflows.
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The release reflects a broader trend among major technology firms to develop tools that bridge the gap between AI and 3D content creation. While 3D modelling traditionally required costly software and technical training, AI-driven approaches like Copilot 3D could democratise the process, making it accessible to a wider audience. If successful, such tools may accelerate the development of immersive applications in gaming, virtual learning, and digital commerce.
The company also warns that content violating its policies—such as illegal or non-compliant images—may result in account suspension. Some uploads, including celebrity images, are automatically blocked to prevent misuse. According to early testing by technology publication The Verge, the tool demonstrated high accuracy with objects such as furniture and fruit, but encountered challenges with animal anatomy and complex textures.
Potential uses for Copilot 3D span a wide range. Game developers could turn concept art into usable 3D assets, animators might quickly prototype scenes, and educators could create interactive teaching tools. In addition, designers working in augmented or virtual reality could integrate the models directly into immersive environments.
To access the tool, users must sign in at Copilot.com using a Microsoft or Google account. After navigating to the Labs section, they can select Copilot 3D, upload an image, and generate a model. While it works on mobile browsers, Microsoft recommends desktop use for optimal performance.
The launch of Copilot 3D comes just one day after Microsoft introduced “Smart Mode” for its Copilot assistant, powered by GPT-5 technology. Together, the updates indicate the company’s growing focus on integrating generative AI into creative and professional workflows.
Context:
The release reflects a broader trend among major technology firms to develop tools that bridge the gap between AI and 3D content creation. While 3D modelling traditionally required costly software and technical training, AI-driven approaches like Copilot 3D could democratise the process, making it accessible to a wider audience. If successful, such tools may accelerate the development of immersive applications in gaming, virtual learning, and digital commerce.
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