Microsoft enhances smartphone integration with Windows

Microsoft is expanding the integration of smartphones with its Windows operating system, as reported by multiple sources. A feature called "Mobile connecté" currently allows users to synchronize their smartphones with their PCs, enabling them to view messages, notifications, photos, and even make calls from their computer.

New features for easier device control

According to Android Authority, Microsoft is developing new features that would allow users to control their smartphones more directly from their computers and switch seamlessly between devices. These features aim to make interactions with the phone less frequent and more centralized on the PC.

Smartphone access from the Start menu

Soon, users may be able to find their connected smartphone directly from the Start menu on their Windows PC. This would let them check the phone's status, activate Do Not Disturb mode, or toggle vibration settings. An option to make the phone ring for easier location is also being considered.

Notifications and file access from the PC

Notifications from the smartphone could gain more prominence on the PC, with new options to view and manage messages directly from the computer. Users with compatible Android smartphones might also be able to access a panel of features, including opening apps in resizable windows, browsing phone files through File Explorer, or viewing photos directly from notifications.

Inspired by Apple’s Handoff feature

Microsoft is developing a feature called Resume, which would allow users to continue compatible tasks between a smartphone and a Windows PC, similar to Apple’s Handoff. However, the company has not yet specified when these features will be widely available, leaving the timeline uncertain.