Windows 11 to Integrate Phone Link App in Start Menu

Windows 11 users may soon find their smartphone notifications at their fingertips, as Microsoft is reportedly working on integrating the Phone Link app into the Windows 11 Start menu. This feature is expected to come in the form of a Companion panel, which can be docked to the left or right of the Start menu, providing real-time updates from users' smartphones.

Phone Integration Becomes a Focus for Microsoft

Analyzed files from the Phone Link app have revealed code strings related to 'StartMenuCompanion' settings, indicating that Microsoft is laying the groundwork for this integration. While still in testing, the potential for the Phone Link app to appear as a Start menu Companion seems likely, bringing increased convenience to users by piping smartphone notifications directly to their desktop.

Smartphones are increasingly becoming integrated into desktop operating systems, with Microsoft pushing forward with features like the Cross-Device Experience Host and other phone-related capabilities. Apple is also joining the trend, with iPhone Mirroring set to debut in the upcoming macOS Sequoia.

With this move, Microsoft aims to create a more seamless experience for Windows 11 users, keeping them connected and productive while working on their PCs.