Microsoft Phone Link: Everything You Need to Know (and Why You Might Skip It)

When it comes to device interoperability, the world may be Apple’s oyster, but Windows PCs have tricks up their sleeves, too. If you’re looking to connect your phone and PC for a little more flexibility when using them together, Microsoft’s Phone Link app might be what you’re looking for. Phone Link might not be for everyone, though, so here’s a quick look at what Phone Link can do, how to get it all set up and where it might fall short.

What Phone Link does

Microsoft’s Phone Link is basically a window into your phone that can live on your Windows computer. It works with texts, calls, photos and more. For example, you can mirror your phone’s screen on your PC, giving you a full view and simple navigation as if your phone were right there (and it’s especially nice if you have a touchscreen laptop). You can access and view apps naturally. It essentially lets you use your phone via your PC. That’s with Android, anyway. With iPhones, Phone Link is more limited, but still lets you engage…