Is Windows Phone 8.1 still supported?

Your Windows Phone 8.1 device should continue to work after July 11, 2017, but there will be no updates after July 11, 2017 (including security updates) and device backup functionality and other backend services will be phased out as described above.

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How can I control my Windows phone from PC?

The feature allows a phone’s screen to be mirrored on PC which means you can open any app on your phone from your PC.

Install Your Phone Companion App.
Setup Connection Between Phone and PC.
Access Phone Notifications from PC.
Make and Receive Calls with Your Phone App.
Run Phone Apps from PC.
Manage Photos from PC.

How do I use phone companion on Windows 8?

Download and Install Software – Windows® Phone Companion – Windows®

Launch a web browser then navigate to the Windows Phone Companion website.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the software installation. For Windows 8 or 8.1, scroll down the page to “Other versions of Windows” for detailed instructions.

What should I do with my old Windows Phone?

10 Ways to Use a Windows Phone (Now That They’re Discontinued)

Use it as a PC.
Turn it into cloud storage.
Use it as a mouse or keyboard.
Install it as a home security camera.
Use automation apps for your lights and thermostat.
Keep it around as an E-reader.
Use it as a fitness tracker.

Can I use my PC to control my phone?

Connect your phone to the computer via USB or Wi-Fi. If you select USB, simply connect your phone with your computer using a USB cable, and you’ll instantly connect your devices. If you select the Wi-Fi option for remote control, scan the QR code from the computer screen with your mobile device.

Can you download Your Phone Companion?

Basically, you can view a list of all the Microsoft apps for Android including: Skype, Swiftkey Keyboard, Office Lens, Outlook, Xbox, Wunderlist, among many others. When you click on any of the ‘install’ buttons, Your Phone Companion will automatically redirect you to Google Play where you can download the app.

Is Windows 8.1 store still working?

Beginning in July 2019, the Windows 8 Store is officially closed. While you can no longer install or update applications from the Windows 8 Store, you can continue using those already installed. However, since Windows 8 has been out of support since January 2016, we encourage you to update to Windows 8.1 for free.

How can I control my mobile from PC via USB?

Launch ApowerMirror on your PC, simply connect your phone to your computer with the USB cable. The app will be downloaded on your phone automatically. Tap on your device once detected by your computer and click “Start Now” on your phone. Then you can control Android screen from PC.

How can I remotely control my phone?

Remotely manage your device

Go to My Devices and sign in with your Google Workspace account.
Choose an option: To see active devices, select Active.
Next to the device that you want to manage, click the Down arrow .
On the right, choose an option: To lock the device with your passcode, click Lock screen.