Microsoft’s idea of tighter integration of the Windows operating system with Android mobile devices is nothing new. The Your Phone app on Windows 10/11, for example, has been steadily improving.
The latest news is that when users configure the system for the first time on the device, Windows 11 will provide a more direct out-of-the-box (OOBE) experience in the initial boot interface.
As shown, the system’s initial configuration interface will display a dedicated interface to guide the user to pair the Android mobile device and PC directly.
The description says that after pairing, it can support sending text messages, making calls, and other additional functions for specific models, and even enabling desktop screen mirroring. You can now link your Android phone to your PC as part of the Windows 11 Device Setup (OOBE) process.
Then you can instantly access everything on your phone directly from your PC without the distraction of two screens, and use your keyboard and mouse to use mobile apps, send text messages, make calls, and more.
Clearly, through continuous improvement, Microsoft’s efforts on the Your Phone app are paying off. In addition, for users of Microsoft’s Surface Duo dual-screen Android smartphone, this also means that they have gained another more convenient posture.
Finally, the software giant offers the Subsystem for Android (WSA) in the Windows 11 operating system, but it’s currently only available in public preview to users in the US. As for when it will be introduced to more market areas, it is currently unknown.