Microsoft Announces Project Solara, Its Take On An AI Agent Platform

Microsoft introduced Project Solara at Build 2026, a new AI agent platform aimed at powering next-generation devices and workflows.

The company demoed Solara on two reference devices: a smart display and a portable smart key badge.

The display can pull data from Microsoft 365 apps like Outlook and Excel, while the badge adds mobility, touch input, and a camera.

The move signals Microsoft’s push from app-centric software toward AI agent platforms.