Microsoft launches new division, hints at integrating Windows 11 and Android

In a new job posting, Microsoft confirmed that it is integrating its Android work into a department called "Android Microsoft Platform and Experience,"media Windows Latest reported.

The move could allow for further integration between Windows 11 and Android, which Microsoft could plan to overtake Samsung phones.

Microsoft has posted several job postings for its new division "Android Microsoft Platform and Experience," which aims to combine Phone Link or Your Phone, SwiftKey, Microsoft Launcher, and other services (including the "Surface Duo experience") into one in the department.

Mentioned in these job listings:

"The Android Microsoft Platform and Experiences team is building the future. We are a world-class organization of platforms, middleware, applications and services, delivering end-to-end experiences in every form factor - through devices with the power of Windows, M365 and Azure Connect, support users.”

While Microsoft hasn't released details yet, and we don't know what specific plans it has for improving the Android experience, Microsoft is expected to make major improvements to apps like PhoneLink and Microsoft Launcher in the coming months so that Android apps can interface with Windows 11. for tighter integration .

Previously, under the leadership of Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Microsoft has been investing most of its money in cloud computing and Office. However, its current strategy appears to have changed.

Panos Panay, the father of Microsoft Surface, said last year:

"I want people to go from needing Windows and buying it to wanting it because they love it ."

While Microsoft has previously confirmed it will no longer make phones, the company can still create an interoperable experience similar to the iPhone and macOS computers. By doubling down on the experience and integrating Android, Microsoft can convince more people to use Windows 11 for everyday tasks.