A few months after the presentation official application for windows for macOS, iOS and other platforms, Microsoft has confirmed that its launch is approaching. The official app will allow you to access Windows from a Mac, iPhone or iPad without installing the operating system. This alternative eliminates the need to use Boot Camp or some other additional program.
According to a post on the Windows IT blog, the app is a “gateway for secure connections to Windows” on any device or app. allows you to access the operating system from the cloud and introduces several features such as multi-monitor support and home screen customization.
The Windows app for macOS and iOS will replace the Remote Desktop client. According to Microsoft, the update will provide the same user interface and integrate additional features. In practice, users can Work on your computer and continue later on your iPhone or Mac without interruption.because all versions of the application have the same features.
At the moment, The Windows application is in testing phase. and can be used on a wide range of devices. Its features include support for multiple displays, customizable screen resolution, device redirection, and more. The latter is important because it allows remote access to a webcam or hard drive connected to another computer.
The minimum requirements are a computer running macOS 12.0 (Monterey) or later, iOS or iPadOS 16.0 or later, and internet access. In terms of connectivity, users will be able to access a remote PC, Windows 365, Microsoft Dev Box, and Azure Virtual Desktops.
Native Windows or in the application?
It’s no secret that Microsoft is committed to delivering its apps and services to every possible device. The most obvious example is Xbox, which debuted Game Pass on Amazon’s Fire Sticks with the phrase “you don’t need a console to play Xbox.” The strategy is similar with Windows and Office, although it doesn’t apply to all users.
Microsoft offers Cloud versions of Windows for business customers. It is an alternative for those who are looking for mobility or who simply do not need to set up a network with physical computers. The technology ensures that the user experience is the same regardless of the device.
Unfortunately, the version Windows in the cloud is not available to end consumerswhich will continue to depend on the native client. This could change soon if Microsoft decides to introduce this strategy to the general public. It is likely that in a few years we will pay for access to Windows in the same way we pay for access to Netflix, Spotify, and other services.
Windows app coming to macOS, iOS, and the web this fallIn the case of Android, Microsoft has confirmed that it will release a public preview later this year.
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