OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme devices are set to support Phone Link and Link to Windows functionality, as announced during Oppo’s developer conference. This development stems from a partnership between Microsoft and Oppo. And notably, these features were previously exclusive to Samsung, Microsoft Surface Duo, and Honor smartphones.
As spotted by MsPowerUser, the Phone Link app will come pre-installed on select Oppo devices running ColorOS 14, OnePlus devices running OxygenOS 14, and reportedly, will be accessible under the Quick Settings category by swiping down on the top of your screen.
The following smartphones are set to receive the Phone Link feature:
- OnePlus
- Oppo Find Series
- Realme Series
- Oppo Reno Series
These smartphones allow users to control their phones from their PCs using WiFi. Once connected, users can use their mouse and keyboard to perform actions on their phones, such as opening apps, typing, and more. Additionally, users can use the instant hotspot feature to connect their phones to their PCs without even touching them.
What Is Windows Phone Link?
For those unfamiliar, the Windows Phone Link PC app and Link to Windows app allow you to easily access content from your Android device directly on your Windows PC. It even permits you to make and receive phone calls, reply to text messages, view all notifications, and drag and drop files.
Having said that, this experience certainly makes you feel like part of an ecosystem of products. Having used Samsung devices in tandem, we can attest that it works well. This is undoubtedly a positive step by BBK-owned OnePlus, Oppo, and Realme, and would allow Android users with Windows 11 PCs feel right at home.
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