The Windows App is essentially its new and modern replacement. However, while the Windows App does cover most of what Microsoft Remote Desktop did, it doesn't cover everything on every platform.

Connections to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Dev Box via the Remote Desktop app from the Microsoft Store will be blocked after May 27, 2025, the company said in a blog post.

If you rely on the Remote Desktop app for Windows, you’ll need to prepare because, as of May 27, it’s being discontinued. That means an end to your current way of connecting to Windows 365 ...

Remote Desktop app is being replaced by Windows App Microsoft’s support page confirms that the Windows App will work across Windows and macOS desktops, iOS/iPadOS mobile devices and web browsers.

ExpressVPN has released a new patch for its Windows app to close a vulnerability that can leave remote desktop traffic unprotected. If you use ExpressVPN on Windows, download version 12.101.0.45 as ...

The Windows App will completely replace the Remote Desktop app on macOS, iOS, and Android. That change should happen automatically in an update, and the new version is live in the respective stores.

It’s a simplified way to connect via Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Remote Desktop, Remote Desktop Services, or Microsoft Dev Box.

Various things make the Windows app, the default remote desktop tool for you. It allows you to access various Microsoft services, such as Azure PCs, VMs, and local PCs, from a streamlined interface.