Intel has officially announced that its Intel Unison app will be shutting down on June 30, 2025. This announcement came through notifications on their Windows platform, and it was also echoed by updates on their Microsoft Store listing, which aims to keep users informed about the upcoming discontinuation of the service. For those of you who have become accustomed to the app as part of your daily routine, this news may come as a disappointment.
However, there’s a notable exception: Intel Unison will continue to operate on Lenovo Aura devices throughout the remainder of 2025. So, if you happen to own one of those devices, you can rest a bit easier knowing you’ll still have access to the app for the time being. Meanwhile, both the Android and iOS versions of Intel Unison have been updated to alert users about the service’s closure, which means you’ve probably seen those notifications if you’ve recently logged in.
Intel Unison first hit the market in September 2022, initially becoming available for users with Intel’s 12th generation processors and later pre-loaded on Intel Evo devices. While the app introduced a promising way for users to connect their smartphones with their Windows PCs, it wasn’t without its hiccups. For instance, the iOS version faced challenges due to Apple’s restrictions that limited its functionalities—although it still allowed iPhone users to send and receive SMS messages and view phone notifications right from their computers.
On the other hand, the Android version was designed with a more expansive feature set. It enabled a more fluid cross-device experience, allowing users to make calls, send messages, and even wirelessly connect to external displays, making multitasking easier than ever. Many users have found this experience to be more superior than that offered by Microsoft’s Phone Link, which adds to the disappointment of the app’s upcoming closure. The seamless drag-and-drop file transfers across devices became a highlight for diverse user needs, and it’s understandable if you’re feeling a sense of loss over its discontinuation.
As we edge closer to the shutdown date, it’s essential for users who relied heavily on Intel Unison to start thinking about how to bridge that gap in functionality. For those looking to maintain that synergy between their Android devices and Windows PCs, transitioning to Microsoft Phone Link will be the recommended route. Although this new app may fulfill many of the same needs, change can feel daunting, especially when you’ve gotten used to a certain way of working.
In this digital age, switching apps or platforms can be part of our regular tech routines, but it’s always a bit of an adjustment. If you’re feeling anxious about this transition, know that you are not alone. Many of us are navigating the ups and downs of tech updates together, striving to find tools that best fit our lifestyles. Hold on tight! We’ll find ways to adapt and make the most of the experiences and connections technology offers, no matter what changes come our way.
