# Microsoft Brings Android and Windows 11 Closer Together New steps for Windows 11 and Android integration. - **Source:** [Android Authority](https://brifing.si/source/01374d39-7ab2-4795-8e0a-444a0e7b4327) - **Published:** 2026-07-12 - **Topic:** [Product Management](https://brifing.si/c/product) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/27895512-346e-417f-b423-dd40f5ecf2ee ## Foundations of Integration Microsoft is working to deepen the integration between Windows 11 and Android devices. In this context, the functionality of the Phone Link app is being expanded, and the user experience is being made more natural. ## New Smartphone Flyout A new smartphone flyout added to Windows 11 will summarize the device's status and provide quick access to features like turning on/off do not disturb. This will allow users to control their phones more easily from their computers. ## Standalone Messaging App Microsoft is working on a standalone messaging app for Windows 11. This app will allow users to manage messages from their phones more easily on their computers. ## Phone Companion Enhancements The functionality of Phone Companion in the Start menu is being enhanced. Users will be able to view recent activities without opening Phone Link and hover over these activities to get more information. ## From Past to Present Microsoft launched the Your Phone and Your Phone Companion apps in 2018 for Android and Windows integration. These apps were later rebranded as Phone Link and Link to Windows. ## User Experience-Focused Approach Microsoft's initiatives aim to provide users with a smoother experience between Android devices and Windows 11. This could offer significant convenience for both work and personal use. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.androidauthority.com/microsoft-more-deeply-integrating-android-in-windows-3686649/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._