14 DAY TRIAL // One of the biggest changes coming with Windows 11 concerns the Microsoft Store, as the Redmond-based software giant has implemented a series of major changes that are supposed to make it the go-to destination for downloading anything on the new OS.
Not a long time ago, for example, Microsoft announced that it would allow browsers to be listed in the Microsoft Store with their very own engine, unlikely on other platforms where they need to use the native browsing engine by default.
Furthermore, third-party app stores will also be listed in the Microsoft Store, as Microsoft is clearly hoping this freedom would attract more and more users.
Initially released as a preview, the new Microsoft Store is finally available as a stable version, with the timing seemingly just right. Windows 11 is projected to be released to the first users next week, so the Microsoft Store is now ready for action.
Android apps in the store
The Microsoft Store will provide access to Android apps on Windows 11, though these will be listed through the Amazon Appstore for Windows users.
The feature isn’t yet ready but Microsoft hopes it would finalize its development later this year.
“The new Microsoft Store is your single trusted location for apps and content to watch, create, play, work and learn. It’s been rebuilt for speed and with an all-new design that is beautiful and simple to use. Not only will we bring you more apps than ever before, we’re also making all content – apps, games, shows, movies – easier to search for and discover with curated stories and collections,” Microsoft said when it announced the new Windows 11.
The rollout of the new OS will start next week and will continue until the summer of 2022.