Microsoft's Project Solara is an Android OS designed for agents instead of apps
Microsoft has introduced Project Solara, an Android-based OS designed to utilize AI agents instead of traditional apps. The platform aims to create contextual interfaces dynamically based on user needs. Currently, it remains a concept with no working devices available for purchase.
- ▪Project Solara is designed to run AI agents rather than traditional apps.
- ▪The platform is based on an open source build of Google's Android software.
- ▪Microsoft has showcased two concept devices, the Desk Concept and the Badge Concept, to illustrate the potential of Solara.
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Are apps the problem? Microsoft’s Project Solara is an Android OS designed for agents instead of apps Microsoft missed the boat on apps, so get ready for agents. Ryan Whitwam – Jun 2, 2026 4:47 pm | 60 Project Solara would use AI to generate contextual interfaces. Credit: Microsoft Project Solara would use AI to generate contextual interfaces. Credit: Microsoft Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav Microsoft has been deeply committed to the growth of generative AI technology in recent years through its now-fragmented partnership with OpenAI. At Build 2026, the company remains all-in on AI, and it’s looking toward the future with a new software platform.
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