Microsoft’s Push for User Transition: Windows 11 and New Outlook
Microsoft is currently facing challenges in encouraging users to migrate to its latest offerings. One of the significant hurdles is the transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11, especially as Windows 10 approaches its end-of-support phase this year. This situation has led to speculation about potentially easing system requirements, which Microsoft appears to have dismissed.
In parallel, the technology giant is advocating for acceptance of its revamped New Outlook for Windows application. Recently, Microsoft announced plans to transition Microsoft 365 (M365) Enterprise users to the New Outlook by April 2026, reflecting an effort to promote this upgraded email client.
Upcoming Automatic Installation of New Outlook
In an effort to further streamline this process, Microsoft has revealed that the New Outlook will be pre-installed on Windows 10 devices. This move will mirror the existing practice in Windows 11 environments. The announcement was made official through the Microsoft 365 Admin Center, tagged with message ID MC976059, outlining the details of this development.
New Outlook for Windows will be automatically installed on Windows 10 devices as part of an upcoming monthly security release.
[When this will happen:]
Available as part of:
- the optional Windows 10 release on January 28, 2025.
- the monthly security update release for Windows 10 on February 11, 2025.
[How this affects your organization:]
New Outlook exists as an installed app on the device. For instance, it can be found in the Apps section of the Start Menu. It does not replace existing (classic) Outlook or change any configurations / user defaults. Both (classic) Outlook and New Outlook for Windows can run side by side.
To clarify, Windows 10 systems opting for this month’s optional C release will see the New Outlook installation begin, while a more extensive rollout will occur with the February Patch Tuesday update.
Enhanced Features and Uninstallation Guidance
Microsoft is making strides to enhance the user experience with the New Outlook, adding crucial features such as PST file support and improved offline capabilities. These enhancements aim to persuade users to adopt the new application more readily.
Despite these improvements, Microsoft has also provided guidelines for uninstalling the app, which can be accomplished through PowerShell or Registry settings. For detailed instructions, users can refer to Microsoft’s official documentation here.
Source Information
For further details, consult the source from Unofficial M365 Admin Center Tracker and additional images at Neowin.
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