Microsoft has introduced a new Windows App for Mac, designed to streamline the remote Windows access experience. This unified app is also available for iOS, iPadOS, and web browsers, with an Android version currently in public preview.
The Windows App allows users to stream Windows via services such as Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Remote Desktop from any device—all within a single app.
It includes a customizable home screen, multi-monitor support, dynamic display resolutions, and peripheral redirection, enabling the use of devices like webcams.
Targeted primarily at users of services like Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, the app is available only to individuals with Microsoft work or school accounts.
There is ongoing speculation that Microsoft may eventually offer its cloud-based Windows 365 service to consumers.
The company has expressed long-term ambitions to move Windows entirely to the cloud, meaning your Windows PC could one day exist remotely, accessible from any device, while remaining private and fully controlled by you.
However, no official plans to extend the Windows app to consumer accounts have been announced.
For those using multiple compatible services, the unified app provides a centralized location to access all services and even allows users to pin their favorites.
An account-switching feature enhances the user experience by enabling seamless transitions between different accounts.
The app is available through the relevant app stores, and it can also be accessed via a web browser without the need to download anything.
