Microsoft is retiring its legacy Remote Desktop client this year, urging users to switch to the modern Windows App as the primary way to access remote desktops and apps. The company has highlighted the Windows App's enhanced reliability, cross-platform consistency, and productivity features like improved file transfer, split-screen support, and better security measures including data loss prevention. Introduced in 2024 and expanded with Android support in 2025, the Windows App offers a cleaner, more robust experience across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Microsoft emphasized that its ongoing improvements "should together offer you a great experience" as the old client phases out, with full support for certain cloud versions ending in September 2026. Users are encouraged to make the transition for the best remote access performance.