Microsoft to End Support for Windows 11's Android Emulator by 2025

The Windows Subsystem for Android will lose support in March 2025, marking a shift in Microsoft's app strategy for Windows 11.

Microsoft announced the end of support for the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) in Windows 11, effective March 5, 2025.
The Amazon App Store, essential for running WSA, will be removed from the Microsoft Store on March 6, 2024, but will remain accessible through a dedicated link.
WSA's limitations, such as a restricted app selection and sluggish performance, have diminished its utility and appeal.
Alternatives to WSA, including Google's Android Studio for developers and Phone Link or Samsung Flow for app streaming, offer more practical solutions.
The discontinuation reflects a shift in Microsoft's strategy as Windows users now have access to a broader range of productivity and entertainment apps directly from the Microsoft Store or through web-based alternatives.