Microsoft Launches New Windows App For Seamless Cross-Platform Access

Microsoft has officially rolled out a new Windows app designed to work across multiple platforms, including macOS (Apple’s desktop operating system), iOS (Apple’s mobile operating system), iPadOS (the iPad’s version of iOS), Android, and Windows PCs. This cutting-edge app acts as a unified platform for streaming Windows from various sources such as Windows 365 (a service that lets users run a version of Windows in the cloud), Azure Virtual Desktop (Microsoft’s cloud-based virtual desktop service), and Remote Desktop (a tool for accessing another computer remotely), giving users a seamless experience across different devices, as reported by The Verge.

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After nearly a year of testing, the app now includes features like a home screen that users can customize, support for multiple monitors, and USB redirection (which allows users to connect external devices like webcams, storage drives, and printers as if they were directly connected to their cloud PC). These features are designed to make remote work more flexible and improve the user experience.

However, the app is currently limited to Microsoft work and school accounts (Microsoft accounts associated with businesses or educational institutions) and mainly serves users already familiar with Remote Desktop clients. It aims to make transitioning to this new platform easier for those users.

While Microsoft has long offered remote access tools, like the Remote Desktop Connection in Windows 11, there is no indication that this new app will support personal (non-work or school) accounts. According to The Verge, last year Microsoft outlined a vision of moving Windows entirely to a cloud-based system, which would integrate more AI-powered services and give users greater flexibility.

The app is available for download from the Microsoft Store, while versions for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS can be found on Apple’s App Store. The Android version is also entering public preview, making it accessible to a broader user base.

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