Windows App Mobile
Previously Remote Desktop
Free
11.0.6for iPhone, iPad
7.9
1K+ Ratings
Microsoft Corporation
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172.7 MB
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Nov 18, 2024
Update Date
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About Windows App Mobile
Windows App Mobile for iOS and iPadOS (previously named Remote Desktop Mobile) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services.
Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice.
GET STARTED
• Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp.
• Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup.
KEY FEATURES
• Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server.
• Access managed resources published by your admin.
• Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway.
• Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs.
• Audio and video streaming.
• Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras.
• Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor.
• Easily switch between Entra accounts.
• Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode.
By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).
Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice.
GET STARTED
• Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp.
• Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup.
KEY FEATURES
• Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server.
• Access managed resources published by your admin.
• Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway.
• Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs.
• Audio and video streaming.
• Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras.
• Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor.
• Easily switch between Entra accounts.
• Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode.
By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).
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What's New in the Latest Version 11.0.6
Last updated on Nov 18, 2024
Old Versions
In this release we made the following updates:
• Resolved AVD Private Link connectivity issues.
• Added support for sending the user-assigned device name to the Remote Desktop endpoint.
• Addressed hangs and crashes in workspace subscription and refresh scenarios.
• Improved the First Run Experience text and images.
• Local network and Bluetooth permissions dialogs now only show after the First Run Experience flow has completed.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
• Resolved AVD Private Link connectivity issues.
• Added support for sending the user-assigned device name to the Remote Desktop endpoint.
• Addressed hangs and crashes in workspace subscription and refresh scenarios.
• Improved the First Run Experience text and images.
• Local network and Bluetooth permissions dialogs now only show after the First Run Experience flow has completed.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
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Version History
11.0.6
Nov 18, 2024
In this release we made the following updates:
• Resolved AVD Private Link connectivity issues.
• Added support for sending the user-assigned device name to the Remote Desktop endpoint.
• Addressed hangs and crashes in workspace subscription and refresh scenarios.
• Improved the First Run Experience text and images.
• Local network and Bluetooth permissions dialogs now only show after the First Run Experience flow has completed.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
• Resolved AVD Private Link connectivity issues.
• Added support for sending the user-assigned device name to the Remote Desktop endpoint.
• Addressed hangs and crashes in workspace subscription and refresh scenarios.
• Improved the First Run Experience text and images.
• Local network and Bluetooth permissions dialogs now only show after the First Run Experience flow has completed.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
11.0.5
Nov 7, 2024
We're hard working to improve the client with every update. Highlights for this release include the following changes:
• Integrated battery status redirection for AVD and Windows 365-based sessions.
• Added support in iOS settings to disable Yubikey redirection for all connections.
• Resolved an issue where favorites were not updated when switching user accounts.
• Improved the connection center usage of screen real estate when running on iPads.
• Display orientation for remote sessions is now set to "Auto-Adjust" for new installs.
• Resolved an issue where the "Apps" header text was cut off.
• Addressed a number of crashes that were showing up in error reporting.
If you encounter any issues, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
• Integrated battery status redirection for AVD and Windows 365-based sessions.
• Added support in iOS settings to disable Yubikey redirection for all connections.
• Resolved an issue where favorites were not updated when switching user accounts.
• Improved the connection center usage of screen real estate when running on iPads.
• Display orientation for remote sessions is now set to "Auto-Adjust" for new installs.
• Resolved an issue where the "Apps" header text was cut off.
• Addressed a number of crashes that were showing up in error reporting.
If you encounter any issues, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
11.0.4
Oct 22, 2024
In this release we made the following updates:
• Added support for in-session Yubikey redirection.
• Triggered the Local Network permissions dialog on iOS 18 to request access for PC connection scenarios.
• Added the Option+Command+9 shortcut to toggle how the Option key is handled on European keyboards.
• Prevent the Command key from being sent to the remote session if it triggered the shortcuts hints overlay.
• Removed the upper limit on the number of devices and apps that can be favorited.
• Updated the Favorites tab to make better use of screen real estate.
• Fixed an issue that was causing the delete key to be sent twice from an external keyboard.
• Added support for the Ctrl+Enter and Ctrl+Esc shortcuts.
• Fixed a crash when pressing Option+Tab+Left Arrow on IME keyboards.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
• Added support for in-session Yubikey redirection.
• Triggered the Local Network permissions dialog on iOS 18 to request access for PC connection scenarios.
• Added the Option+Command+9 shortcut to toggle how the Option key is handled on European keyboards.
• Prevent the Command key from being sent to the remote session if it triggered the shortcuts hints overlay.
• Removed the upper limit on the number of devices and apps that can be favorited.
• Updated the Favorites tab to make better use of screen real estate.
• Fixed an issue that was causing the delete key to be sent twice from an external keyboard.
• Added support for the Ctrl+Enter and Ctrl+Esc shortcuts.
• Fixed a crash when pressing Option+Tab+Left Arrow on IME keyboards.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
11.0.3
Oct 3, 2024
In this release we made the following changes:
• Resolved accessibility bugs.
• Added a link in General settings to allow for the deletion of saved screenshots.
• Updated Frontline device cards to correctly show the last connected time.
• Updated the Cloud PC details sheet to identify Frontline endpoints.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
• Resolved accessibility bugs.
• Added a link in General settings to allow for the deletion of saved screenshots.
• Updated Frontline device cards to correctly show the last connected time.
• Updated the Cloud PC details sheet to identify Frontline endpoints.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
11.0.2
Sep 25, 2024
In this release we resolved a TLS renegotiation issue that was affecting connectivity.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
11.0.1
Sep 20, 2024
In this release the client has a new name, Windows App Mobile! We have also made the following changes:
• An updated Connection Center where remote resources are now organized into Devices, Apps and Favorites pages (learn more at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp).
• Support for Frontline Cloud PCs (learn more at https://aka.ms/Windows365Frontline).
• Support for Cloud PC Device Actions such as Restart and Restore.
• Account switcher for Entra accounts.
• An updated Connection Center where remote resources are now organized into Devices, Apps and Favorites pages (learn more at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp).
• Support for Frontline Cloud PCs (learn more at https://aka.ms/Windows365Frontline).
• Support for Cloud PC Device Actions such as Restart and Restore.
• Account switcher for Entra accounts.
11.0.0
Sep 19, 2024
In this release the client has a new name, Windows App Mobile! We have also made the following changes:
• An updated Connection Center where remote resources are now organized into Devices, Apps and Favorites pages (learn more at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp).
• Support for Frontline Cloud PCs (learn more at https://aka.ms/Windows365Frontline).
• Support for Cloud PC Device Actions such as Restart and Restore.
• Account switcher for Entra accounts.
• An updated Connection Center where remote resources are now organized into Devices, Apps and Favorites pages (learn more at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp).
• Support for Frontline Cloud PCs (learn more at https://aka.ms/Windows365Frontline).
• Support for Cloud PC Device Actions such as Restart and Restore.
• Account switcher for Entra accounts.
10.6.0
Sep 3, 2024
In this release, we resolved an issue that prevented audio redirection from working. We also fixed an issue that prevented RDP file launch and MAM policies from working together. Finally we added a banner notifying users that the Remote Desktop client will have a new name in an upcoming update, Windows App (you can learn more about the Windows App update at https://aka.ms/WindowsAppUpdate).
10.5.9
Jun 27, 2024
This is a quick bug-fix release to address the following issues:
• Updated the client connection path to fall back to TLS when NTLM is not available in the context of NLA.
• Addressed an issue that prevented the hardware keyboard from working when connected.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
• Updated the client connection path to fall back to TLS when NTLM is not available in the context of NLA.
• Addressed an issue that prevented the hardware keyboard from working when connected.
If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
10.5.8
May 30, 2024
This release adds two new highly anticipated features and fixes some bugs we found.
• Support for Mobile Device Management (MAM).
• Watermarking for AVD and Windows 365 sessions.
If you encounter any issues, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
• Support for Mobile Device Management (MAM).
• Watermarking for AVD and Windows 365 sessions.
If you encounter any issues, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.5.7
May 21, 2024
Quick update to add support for the new iPads released by Apple this month.
10.5.6
Mar 25, 2024
Looks like the 10.5.5 release had some unwanted side effects that impacted a small number of users. This release should resolve those issues.
10.5.5
Feb 24, 2024
It's time to clean house and fix some bugs! This update addresses a bunch of accessibility issues and also includes fixes for bugs reported by users and internal telemetry. Note that starting from this release we only support iOS 16 and 17.
10.5.4
Dec 18, 2023
It's time for the last update of the year and we've prepared some bug fixes and new features for this release.
• Fixed theming update issues on iOS 17.
• Addressed pop-up sheet layout bugs on iOS 17.
• Sorted out daylight savings time issues for time zone redirection scenarios.
• Repositioned the search box which was being clipped by the Dynamic Island.
• Added support for camera redirection on an iPhone or iPad in portrait orientation.
• Resolved an issue where the resolution list (in Settings > Display) did not update with orientation changes.
• Added support for USB-C on iPhone 15 to enable native resolutions when connected to an external display.
• Added support for watermarking in AVD scenarios.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
• Fixed theming update issues on iOS 17.
• Addressed pop-up sheet layout bugs on iOS 17.
• Sorted out daylight savings time issues for time zone redirection scenarios.
• Repositioned the search box which was being clipped by the Dynamic Island.
• Added support for camera redirection on an iPhone or iPad in portrait orientation.
• Resolved an issue where the resolution list (in Settings > Display) did not update with orientation changes.
• Added support for USB-C on iPhone 15 to enable native resolutions when connected to an external display.
• Added support for watermarking in AVD scenarios.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.5.2
Oct 24, 2023
It's time for another update to follow up on the external monitor support that we added in 10.5.1. In this release we:
• Added support for dual monitors when using iPads with Stage Manager.
• Addressed reported accessibility bugs.
• Fixed some keyboard mappings that stopped working on iOS 17.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
• Added support for dual monitors when using iPads with Stage Manager.
• Addressed reported accessibility bugs.
• Fixed some keyboard mappings that stopped working on iOS 17.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.5.1
Sep 5, 2023
It's time for the update that everyone has been waiting for! In this release we added support for:
• Displaying the session on an external monitor (iPad and iPhone using AirPlay or a physical cable)
• Location redirection (requires access to device location and Windows 11 or later on the server)
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
• Displaying the session on an external monitor (iPad and iPhone using AirPlay or a physical cable)
• Location redirection (requires access to device location and Windows 11 or later on the server)
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.5.0
Jul 10, 2023
It's time for a small update to squash some bugs. In this update we:
• Fixed an issue with IPv6 address resolution that was blocking connectivity.
• Addressed a deadlock that could occur in server redirection scenarios.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
• Fixed an issue with IPv6 address resolution that was blocking connectivity.
• Addressed a deadlock that could occur in server redirection scenarios.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.4.8
Jun 20, 2023
We noticed that the connection bar decided to start collapsed in some scenarios. We've updated it to always start expanded. To collapse the connection bar you can drag it to a corner of the screen, and to expand it, simply drag it out of a corner.
We also updated all in-app dialogs so you can use a downwards swipe gesture to dismiss them, and fixed an issue with distorted graphics in "Lock to Landscape" mode.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
We also updated all in-app dialogs so you can use a downwards swipe gesture to dismiss them, and fixed an issue with distorted graphics in "Lock to Landscape" mode.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.4.7
May 18, 2023
It's time for a quick update. In this release we've made some tweaks around the behaviour of the connection bar on iPads, and fixed some bugs to keep things running smoothly.
On an iPad, the connection bar will now:
• Take evasive manoeuvres to avoid getting stuck under the Stage Manager ellipsis menu.
• Initially start docked to the right side of the screen.
For both iPads and iPhones, the position of the connection bar will be saved across connections.
If you are looking for the Add PC/Workspace button, it has moved to the middle of the bottom toolbar.
With respect to bug fixes, below are some highlights:
• Fixed an issue where session rotation was not working on iOS 16.
• Resolved an issue where the search box in the Connection Centre lost focus while typing.
• Improved audio rendering for low bandwidth scenarios.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
On an iPad, the connection bar will now:
• Take evasive manoeuvres to avoid getting stuck under the Stage Manager ellipsis menu.
• Initially start docked to the right side of the screen.
For both iPads and iPhones, the position of the connection bar will be saved across connections.
If you are looking for the Add PC/Workspace button, it has moved to the middle of the bottom toolbar.
With respect to bug fixes, below are some highlights:
• Fixed an issue where session rotation was not working on iOS 16.
• Resolved an issue where the search box in the Connection Centre lost focus while typing.
• Improved audio rendering for low bandwidth scenarios.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.4.6
Mar 6, 2023
Welcome to the first release of 2023! There's a lot planned for this year, so stay tuned!
We want the Remote Desktop Client to be friendly, reliable and trustworthy. For that reason, we removed the prompts for camera and microphone access from the first run experience. If a connection bookmark or published resource requests camera or microphone access, we'll let you know so you can decide whether to grant permission or not.
We also fixed some bugs and added some small additional features:
• Integrated privacy statement compliance flows for select geographical regions.
• Added functionality to easily delete all AVD workspaces and associated keychain items.
• Worked around an iOS 16 change that broke Korean input.
• Addressed a bug that stopped the Apple Pencil from working when connected to Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012R2 and earlier.
Note that this release removes support for iOS 14 and is only compatible with iOS 15 and 16.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
We want the Remote Desktop Client to be friendly, reliable and trustworthy. For that reason, we removed the prompts for camera and microphone access from the first run experience. If a connection bookmark or published resource requests camera or microphone access, we'll let you know so you can decide whether to grant permission or not.
We also fixed some bugs and added some small additional features:
• Integrated privacy statement compliance flows for select geographical regions.
• Added functionality to easily delete all AVD workspaces and associated keychain items.
• Worked around an iOS 16 change that broke Korean input.
• Addressed a bug that stopped the Apple Pencil from working when connected to Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012R2 and earlier.
Note that this release removes support for iOS 14 and is only compatible with iOS 15 and 16.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.4.5
Nov 2, 2022
In this release we fixed a WebSocket transport bug that affected some Azure Virtual Desktop deployments. We also addressed accessibility compliance issues.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.4.4
Oct 4, 2022
It's time for another release. In addition to some targeted bug fixes and performance improvements, we've managed to slip some new features into this one. Here's the rundown of what we've included:
• Use your Apple Pencil to draw, write and interact with the remote session.
• See a live preview of the current active session when switching to the Connection Center from a remote session.
• Gather logs for troubleshooting via Settings > Troubleshooting.
• Review app highlights from previous versions via Settings > About > Version Highlights.
• The connection bar has received a small facelift.
• Addressed issues with locking to landscape or portrait on iOS 16.
We appreciate all the comments sent to us through the App Store, in-app feedback and email. If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
• Use your Apple Pencil to draw, write and interact with the remote session.
• See a live preview of the current active session when switching to the Connection Center from a remote session.
• Gather logs for troubleshooting via Settings > Troubleshooting.
• Review app highlights from previous versions via Settings > About > Version Highlights.
• The connection bar has received a small facelift.
• Addressed issues with locking to landscape or portrait on iOS 16.
We appreciate all the comments sent to us through the App Store, in-app feedback and email. If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
10.4.3
Aug 11, 2022
In this release we resolved a customer bug that impacted authentication when connecting to Azure Virtual Desktop deployments.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.
10.4.2
Jul 11, 2022
It's time for a quick update. In this release we resolved some bugs that impacted connectivity to Azure Virtual Desktop deployments. We also fixed an issue that caused external keyboard input to stop working when using Command-Tab to switch out of and return to the app.
Keep the feedback coming. If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Help > Report an Issue.
Keep the feedback coming. If you encounter any errors, you can always contact us via Help > Report an Issue.
10.4.1
Jun 27, 2022
In this release we added thumbnail snapshots for published PC resources to the Workspaces tab of the Connection Center. We also created an in-app highlights UI to advertise new features (shown at first run after an update, or accessible via Settings > About > Version Highlights). And lastly, we fixed an issue where the mouse cursor would temporarily get stuck at the bottom of the screen.
We appreciate all the comments sent to us through the App Store, in-app feedback and email. If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
We appreciate all the comments sent to us through the App Store, in-app feedback and email. If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Settings > Submit Feedback.
Windows App Mobile FAQ
Click here to learn how to download Windows App Mobile in restricted country or region.
Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of Windows App Mobile.
iPhone
Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.0 or later.
Windows App Mobile supports English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian Bokmål, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, Turkish
