Copilot and AI Enhancements
- Measure descriptions written by Copilot Copilot can now generate clear descriptions for measures. Instead of relying only on measure names, users get plain-language explanations, making reports easier to understand.
- Filtered report summaries in Copilot Copilot’s standalone summaries now respect filters, so if you ask about “sales in 2024,” the response applies only to that slice of data.
Modeling Enhancements
- Edit data models directly in the Power BI Service Small but important model changes can now be made in the Service without switching back to Desktop.
- TMDL view enhancements Tabular Model Definition Language is now more readable, making it easier to maintain complex models.
- Mirrored Azure Databricks catalog for Direct Lake Provides better integration between Fabric and Databricks data, supporting Direct Lake performance.
- Semantic model refresh templates with Fabric Data Pipelines Standardizes refresh processes, reducing errors and speeding up automation.
Data Connectivity
- Impala Connector 2.0 (Preview) Faster and more reliable queries for Impala sources.
- Entrald authentication for PostgreSQL Stronger security and compliance for PostgreSQL connections.
Developer and API Updates
- Simplified PBIP file format for Live Connect reports Developers working with source control now have a cleaner structure for report files, which simplifies collaboration.
Visualizations
New visuals in AppSource include:
- Drill Down Line PRO by ZoomChart for interactive trend analysis
- Date Picker by Powerviz for easier filtering
- Download Button by JTA for exporting report content
- CAGR Arrows in Zebra BI Charts for financial analysis
Conclusion
The newest Power BI updates show a clear focus on simplicity: fewer steps to build calculations, smarter visuals that explain themselves, and stronger data connections. Together, they reduce manual work and make reporting more reliable.
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