Microsoft Tests New Windows 11 Feature to Resume Android Apps on PC

Microsoft Tests New Windows 11 Feature to Resume Android Apps on PC

Microsoft is working on a new Windows 11 feature that lets users resume Android apps directly on their PC. The feature, which works like Apple’s Handoff, is currently available to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels.

For now, the test only supports the Spotify app, but Microsoft is expected to expand it to other apps in the future.

How the Windows 11 “Resume from Phone” Feature Works

If you’re part of the Insider program, you can try the feature by:

1. Linking your Android phone to your Windows 11 PC.
   
2. Playing a song on Spotify’s mobile app.
   
3. Checking for a “Resume from your phone” notification on Windows 11.
   

When you click the notification, Windows 11 will:

• Open the Spotify desktop app (or prompt you to install it).
  
• Continue playing the same song seamlessly on your PC.
  

This makes switching between your phone and PC smoother, eliminating the need to manually reopen apps and find your place.

Why This Matters

The new capability feels a lot like Apple’s Handoff, which lets you continue tasks between devices like a Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

While it’s starting small with Spotify, the potential is much bigger. Imagine being able to:

• Start reading an article on your phone and continue on your PC.
  
• Begin writing an email on your mobile and finish it on desktop.
  
• Switch games or productivity apps between devices with one click.
  

What’s Next for Windows 11 App Continuity

Microsoft hasn’t confirmed which apps will get support next, but this test shows that the company is serious about making Windows 11 more connected with Android.

If expanded, this feature could make multitasking much easier for users who switch frequently between phone and PC.For now, Spotify fans get the first taste of this Windows 11 Android app resume feature, and Insiders can expect more updates in the coming months

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