On October 8, 2025, during the Copilot + OneDrive digital event, Microsoft unveiled a substantial update to the OneDrive photos experience. Prior to this official announcement, there had been some leaks regarding related information. Now, the new OneDrive Photos app is set to make its debut on the Windows platform.

The new app boasts a Moments tab, which serves as an intelligent organizer for memories sourced from users' photo libraries. This tab encompasses several sections, such as 'Today's Memories,' which brings up cherished moments from the current day; 'Recent Moments' for newly captured or recently accessed photos; 'Shared Memories' that compile photos shared with others; and 'Featured Photos' showcasing standout images.

Within the Moments tab, the 'Photo Carousel' feature adds an element of surprise. It randomly displays photos stored in OneDrive, enabling users to rediscover those precious, often - forgotten moments.

On the mobile front, Microsoft has enhanced the OneDrive apps for iOS and Android. These apps now come equipped with AI - powered photo editing capabilities. Moreover, Microsoft 365 subscribers will receive cleanup suggestions. This feature is designed to streamline the process of organizing and removing unwanted images from their collections.

The pièce de résistance of the event was the introduction of the new Photos Agent in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app. This innovative tool allows users to search for photos using natural language, just as if they were having a conversation. It also enables quick generation and sharing of photo albums through simple dialogue.

Microsoft also made an exciting announcement about the future of OneDrive Photos on Windows. Next year, a unified OneDrive Photos experience will be launched. This update will include several enhancements, such as a gallery mode for a more immersive viewing experience, AI - driven slideshows that automatically create engaging presentations, and the ability to browse local photos seamlessly.