New Windows feature would let you resume Android apps on your PC where you left them

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust In brief: Although Windows will likely never sync with smartphones as seamlessly as Macs interface with iPhones, Microsoft has long sought to emulate aspects of Apple's connected ecosystem. In line with this goal, an upcoming feature in Windows 11 will allow users with Android phones to access functionality similar to Apple's Handoff. Recently, Microsoft briefly published – and then deleted – a demonstration of a planned Windows 11 feature that lets users continue app activity between their Android devices and PCs. While it's still unclear when and if this feature becomes widely available, third-party developers are currently testing it. Aakash Varshney, Microsoft's Senior Product Manager of Cross Devices and Experiences, detailed the new feature, called Cross Device Resume, during the company's Build 2025 session. When using supported Android apps, a badge may appear next to the app's i ... Read full article.