You will now be able to run Windows from pretty much any device
But for now, it’s only available to users with Microsoft school and work accounts.
Imagine if you could pick up where you left off on your Windows work or school PC, using your smartphone, tablet, or web browser. That's the promise of Microsoft's Windows latest update, coming after nearly a year of testing.
Announced yesterday in a blog post, the new Windows app is now available across major platforms including, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and web browsers, with Android in public preview. And it's expected to change the way we work.
Interestingly, this move comes as companies race to provide seamless cross-device experiences, with Google also preparing a similar syncing feature for Chrome for its ~400 million iOS users.
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The new app will act as a "unified gateway," allowing users to access Windows through various services like Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Remote Desktop. So, whether you're travelling or relaxing at home you can tap into your virtual workspaces and apps right from your smartphone.
Aside from that, the app also boasts customizable home screens, multi-monitor support (even on mobile), and USB redirection–allowing you to use local devices like printers with your virtual PC.
For now, though, the app is only available to Microsoft work and school accounts. So, if you use a personal account, you might have to wait a bit as Microsoft plans to release the app to everyone soon.
If you're ready to try it out, you can download the Windows App from the Microsoft Store for Windows devices, the Apple App Store for macOS and iOS, Google Play for Android, or access it directly through your web browser.
As remote work continues to evolve, it'll be interesting to see how these solutions impact our lives. Will Microsoft's app streamline our digital lives? Only time and user feedback will provide the answers.
