Microsoft is reportedly planning to block fresh installations of Outlook Lite starting in October 2025 as it prepares a broader retirement of the app, forcing users who rely on a lightweight, battery-friendly client to either remain on an aging build or move to the full Outlook for Mobile...
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Title: Microsoft is testing a true “Continue on PC” for Android apps in Windows 11
Slug: windows-11-continue-on-pc-android-apps-testing
SEO title: Windows 11 tests “Continue on PC” for active Android apps: what it is, how it works, and who gets it first
Meta description: Microsoft is piloting a...
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Microsoft's renewed push to bridge mobile and desktop briefly returned Android apps to the Windows 11 conversation this week as testing activity resurfaced in U.S. preview channels — a development that resurrects familiar promises and fresh questions about the future of Android-on-Windows after...
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Microsoft's brief on the hardware floor for running Android apps on Windows 11 boils down to a simple, pragmatic message: you need a modern PC — preferably with an SSD, virtualization enabled, and at least 8 GB of RAM (16 GB recommended) — and even then the practical value of that capability is...
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FydeOS is rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the most promising alternatives to ChromeOS Flex for users seeking a robust, flexible, and multi-faceted operating system on both legacy and modern x64 hardware. As ChromeOS Flex continues to fill a crucial void for millions of Windows users left...
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The Google Play Store’s “top free” app list continues to set the tone for what’s trending in the digital lives of millions of Android users, and this week’s chart offers a snapshot of widespread interests and emerging technology. With applications like ChatGPT, Kuku TV, Meesho, Seekho, and...
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Android has evolved into a robust, feature-rich mobile operating system, seamlessly powering billions of smartphones and tablets worldwide. Yet as our devices converge and workflows blur the lines between platforms, the demand to run Android apps natively on desktops—especially on Windows 11...
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For years, Microsoft’s Office suite for mobile devices has offered a robust portable productivity experience, but a particular limitation has nagged Android users: the requirement to sign in with a Microsoft Account just to open and view shared Word, Excel, or PowerPoint documents. That has...
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Microsoft is enhancing the Windows 11 experience with the introduction of the "Resume" feature, designed to facilitate seamless transitions between Android devices and Windows PCs. This functionality mirrors Apple's Handoff, enabling users to continue their app activities across devices without...
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Windows 11 users have long been envious of features exclusive to Apple’s tightly integrated macOS and iOS ecosystem, especially the seamless workflow benefits available through macOS Handoff. This cross-device continuity has empowered Mac and iPhone users for years, allowing them to pick up...
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Windows 11 continues to evolve as Microsoft introduces features that increasingly blur the line between PCs and mobile devices, responding to the ever-growing demand for seamless cross-platform experiences. One of the most notable developments in the recent Windows 11 24H2 update, specifically...
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Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered assistant integrated across Microsoft's suite of products, including Microsoft 365, Edge, Bing, and Windows operating systems. Designed to enhance user productivity, Copilot offers features such as drafting emails, summarizing documents, analyzing data, and...
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Published by: Mahesh Makvana, How-To Geek - September 1, 2024 Google recently launched its Gemini AI, a web-based tool designed for a variety of uses that range from summarizing text to generating high-quality content. While there's no official desktop app for Windows 10 or 11, you can create an...
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The idea of seamlessly integrating Android apps into your Windows ecosystem has long been a dream for many users. With the arrival of Windows 11, that dream is becoming a reality—even if only partially and with a few twists. In this guide, we’ll walk you through both official and unofficial...
In today's fast-evolving world of cloud-based entertainment, the line between traditional console gaming and mobile play has blurred dramatically. Enter Bikki Cloud Game—an Android app that harnesses the power of cloud gaming to let you enjoy a vast library of console titles right on your mobile...
If you're a Windows 11 user who loves to play around with advanced features like the Windows Subsystem for Android™ (WSA), the clock is ticking. As of March 5, 2025, Microsoft will officially remove Windows Subsystem for Android and the Amazon Appstore from the Microsoft Store. However, until...
Imagine a seamless fusion of mobile convenience and PC power—this is exactly what Windows 11 offers with its Windows Subsystem for Android™ and Amazon Appstore integration. While this capability has been around for a while, Microsoft is announcing big changes as we approach 2025. Spoiler alert...
In a world that’s moving ever faster towards inclusivity, technology has to keep pace. Microsoft has been making impressive strides with accessibility, and its Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) is no exception. However, a notable curveball has been thrown into the mix—Microsoft has announced...
Big shifts are coming for Windows 11 users who enjoy running mobile apps on their PCs. Recently, Microsoft announced a critical update regarding the Amazon Appstore and its integration with the Windows Subsystem for Android™ (WSA). If you're a fan of running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC...
In a surprising move that will leave enthusiasts of cross-platform integration feeling a bit bereft, Microsoft has officially ended its support for the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) on Windows 11. For four years, this feature allowed users to run Android apps natively on their PC, blending...