I ignored the Windows app until Microsoft closed this major feature gap
Microsoft has unified its remote connection experience by bringing Remote PC connection support to the Windows App, which is now generally available. The Windows App previously enabled connections to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Dev Box, but now users can also remotely connect to a standard Windows PC through the same interface.
This consolidation addresses a significant gap in the Windows App’s functionality that had previously limited its usefulness for certain remote access scenarios. The feature completed testing in March before rolling out to general availability this week. By adding Remote PC connections, Microsoft is streamlining the remote access experience for users who need to connect across multiple types of Windows-based systems and services.
The timing of this update is particularly relevant following Microsoft’s retirement of the traditional Remote Desktop app, as the Windows App serves as its designated successor. With these unified remote connection capabilities, users no longer need to rely on legacy tools when accessing their PCs remotely. The expanded Windows App now serves as a comprehensive solution for managing remote connections across the Microsoft ecosystem.