The app has some features that, according to the announcement, are exclusive to select Samsung phones, like drag-and-drop files, view recently opened apps, etc. It also has various switches for filtering the types of messages, content that are displayed in the app. The Phone Link has more in-depth controls for this in the Sections >Features page, where you can toggle notifications (sidebar), banners (toast messages), and taskbar badges. Users can choose to turn off all Badges and Banners for a minimalist experience. View and manage your connected phones from the My Devices page. Head to the Personalization page to set a custom background as the wallpaper for the app, or to switch between the Light mode and Dark theme. The Settings of the app has more options that allow you to tailor your experience. Similarly, you can make calls directly from your PC. You can read and reply to messages from the sidebar in the Phone Link app, it even lets you choose the number you want to use, if you have Dual SIM cards on your phone. the Messages page lists your texts, the Photos app shows all media from your device's gallery, and the Calls tab allows you to view your recent call activity. Select one of the tabs and the Phone Link app will populate its contents on the screen, i.e. There are 3 tabs that you can jump to: Messages, Photos and Calls.

Microsoft has moved these tabs to the top of the window. It is no longer home to the various sections that you could navigate in the old version. The side panel on the left has been revamped, and displays the notifications received from your phone. Use the buttons at the top to enable/disable Do Not Disturb Mode, Bluetooth, Volume, and control the Audio playback. The app displays the name of the connected device, along with icons to represent the strength of Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks, and the Battery level. The Phone Link app on has rounded corners, new icons to match Windows 11's design. Microsoft renames Your Phone Companion to Phone Link

This is not an April Fool's Day prank, the app's name has really been rebranded.

Your phone companion