Microsoft announces a lot in the integration of Windows 10 with other devices, what stands out most is the possibility of using the personal assistant Cortana on devices running Android or iOS. The customer who own a copy of Windows 10 enabled on the computer can ask questions and research, activate alarms, write down notes and many other tasks on a mobile device than a Windows Phone . Full technology is called Phone Companion App.

The Cortana will be released as a common application in Google Play and the App Store . With a tap on the icon, it can be activated and used with voice commands and everything, like the default personal assistant system. Notifications will also be present, but some functions are unique to Windows Phone like the line “Hey Cortana” to activate it without using your hands, open apps or change system settings. The app will be available on Google Play for Android in June 2015 and for iphone till the end of the year.

In Windows phones, connectivity is more complete and simplified, without requiring additional configuration by the user. So, Microsoft’s strategy is still bold: Do not require another Windows Phone to enjoy some of the best resources available in mobile devices the company, but release a software that condense these functions.Video calls with Skype , content published by Microsoft Office and email Outlook are also included among the synchronized content. A step complete and simple step will appear in time to pair the devices and use the Companion App for iOS or Andriod.