Your Android phone can now control more of your PC, and here’s how

by dbadmin | Jul 25, 2025 | Microsoft, Microsoft Phone Link, Microsoft Windows, News, Windows 11

Credit: Tushar Mehta / Android Authority Microsoft is updating its Link to Windows app on Android, enabling you to access your PC more easily. The update allows you to view the PC’s battery status, recent files, and clipboard from your Android devices. The update also...

Having trouble opening Chrome? It may be Microsoft’s fault

by dbadmin | Jun 20, 2025 | Google Chrome, Microsoft, Microsoft Windows, News, Windows 11

Credit: Rita El Khoury / Android Authority A bug is preventing Windows users from opening Google’s Chrome browser. The bug is connected to Microsoft’s Family Safety feature. There are a few workarounds, like renaming Chrome.exe to Chrome1.exe. Microsoft isn’t afraid...

No login needed: Microsoft file sharing on Android picks up one of Google Drive’s handiest features

by dbadmin | May 29, 2025 | Android, Microsoft, News

Credit: Adam Birney / Android Authority Microsoft is rolling out anonymous file sharing to Android. Android users can now view Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents without having to sign in to their Microsoft account. You’ll still have to sign in to your account if...

You can start testing Xbox’s new Copilot chatbot in the mobile app right now

by dbadmin | May 28, 2025 | AI, Gaming, Microsoft, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Xbox, News

Credit: Microsoft Microsoft is rolling out a Copilot for Gaming beta to the Xbox app on Android and iOS. Players can ask the chatbot about the game they’re playing, for help, for information about their play history, and more. The beta is currently available in...

Microsoft wants to copy Apple with a Handoff-like feature for Windows and Android

by dbadmin | May 21, 2025 | Android, Microsoft, News, Windows 11

Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Microsoft recently showed off a demo for a feature called “Cross Device Resume.” This feature allows you to continue where you left off in an app when you want to switch from your phone to your PC. Spotify and WhatsApp appear to...

Windows 11 is easier to run on an iPad than ever — with some big caveats

by dbadmin | Apr 22, 2025 | Apple, Apple iPad, Microsoft, News, Windows 11

Through the magic of emulation, Windows for ARM is usable on iOS devices like the iPad. Apple’s support for alternative app stores in the EU now makes it easier to get this software installed. Performance has gotten a bit better with modern iOS hardware, but this is...