app migration

Microsoft's latest change to the Microsoft 365 Copilot mobile experience on iOS—which converts the app into a file preview and Copilot chat wrapper that redirects editing tasks to standalone Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps—represents a deliberate shift in how the company structures mobile...

With the impending end of Windows 10 support drawing ever closer, Microsoft has been eager to convince users to upgrade to Windows 11—and for a sizable portion of users, that means buying a completely new PC. Recognizing the daunting prospect of moving years’ worth of files, photos, and personal...

In a move that is shaking up the Windows ecosystem, Meta has officially started phasing out native WhatsApp support for Windows 11 PCs, signaling a fundamental transformation in how millions will access one of the world’s most popular messaging services on desktop. This decision, first apparent...

WhatsApp's recent transition from a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) application to a Progressive Web App (PWA) on Windows has sparked considerable discussion among users and developers alike. This shift marks a significant change in the application's architecture and user experience, prompting...

Microsoft's ongoing evolution of Windows 11 continues to draw attention, particularly with the introduction of new features designed to streamline device setup and management. Of notable interest is the recent appearance of a wireless PC-to-PC transfer tool within the Windows Backup app...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows utilities, simplifying device migration has always been a sought-after goal. For decades, users have struggled with the challenge of moving their files, apps, and settings to new PCs. External drives, USB cables, and an ever-growing reliance on cloud...

The revival of a direct, wireless PC-to-PC data transfer feature in Windows 11 signals a thoughtful nod to veteran Windows users while capitalizing on the strengths and needs of a more cloud-literate, device-rich world. For nearly a decade, Windows Easy Transfer stood as a hallmark of upgrade...

For years, migrating personal files, system settings, and even installed apps from one Windows PC to another has been an experience many users would rather avoid. Manual file copying, the unpredictability of cloud restores, and the quirks of third-party migration tools have all contributed to a...

After years of anticipation, Microsoft’s New Outlook for Windows is finally showing signs of maturation, as the company continues to address longstanding user criticisms by incrementally enhancing core functionality. Central to these improvements is the addition of offline support for the...

For over two decades, Skype stood as a trailblazer in the evolution of digital communication, acting as both a symbol of early internet innovation and an enduring pillar of global connectivity. Microsoft’s official announcement that Skype will be retired in May 2025 marks not just the end of an...

Skype's journey from being the undisputed leader in video calling to its final sunset is both a story of rapid innovation and the relentless tide of competition in the tech space. Today marks the end of an era for millions, as Microsoft officially begins shutting down Skype, the service that...

After more than two decades of shaping the way people connect online, Skype, once the undisputed king of internet calling and messaging, has reached its official end. On May 5, 2024, Microsoft permanently retired the app, signaling a decisive close to one of digital communication’s most...

With a significant shift soon to impact millions of users, Microsoft is set to retire Android SMS integration in Microsoft Teams by April 2025. This decision closes one chapter in the ongoing evolution of the Windows communication ecosystem and raises pertinent questions about the direction...

If you were hoping to enjoy another summer with the Windows Maps app gently guiding you through the labyrinthine streets of your vacation destination, you might want to sit down for this: Microsoft has officially confirmed that Windows Maps is, at long last, being shuffled unceremoniously out...

Microsoft is set to retire the beloved Windows 10 version of OneNote, and the clock is ticking for its loyal users. While OneNote for Windows 10 has earned a cult following—many users swear by its quirks and familiar interface—Microsoft’s drive toward a unified, modern experience means that...

Microsoft's decision to retire OneNote for Windows 10 is the latest strategic move as Microsoft phases out legacy applications in favor of a more unified, modern ecosystem. As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life, scheduled to conclude mainstream support in less than six months, the fate of...

In a move that’s creating waves (and a bit of frustration), Microsoft is gearing up to roll out its revamped Outlook app to Windows 10 users, whether you’re ready for it or not. Starting with the January 28, 2025, optional update and solidified by February 11, 2025’s security patch, Microsoft...

In the past year, you’ve probably had to create workarounds and discover new ways to get things done from home (or homes away from home): your job, homework and connecting with loved ones far and near. And in the center of all that is your PC. In this era of distance and disorganization...

One of the questions I hear allot is how do you convert your Windows phone 8/8.1 Silverlight app into a Windows 10 UWP app? Is there a simple converter? No. But one is the works! Mobilize.NET, the company that brought us the cool WinForm to Web App product, WebMAP2 have just released a new...

Today marks the initial release of Mobilize.NET’s Silverlight bridge, which helps Windows Phone Silverlight app developers bring their WP Silverlight 8.x apps to the Windows 10 Universal Windows Platform (UWP). Announced at Build 2015, the Moblize.NET bridge is free and directly integrates into...