Intel Unison promises full convergence between mobile and PC

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Intel Unison has been another of the novelties that the chip giant has presented this week at its ‘Innovation’ event, where we have also been able to see the official presentation of its new generation of processors for desktop computers, Raptor Lake-S, the announcement of the price and availability of the Arc 7A770 dedicated graphics card and other novelties for the professional segment in quantum and neuromorphic computing.

Intel Unison is an application that promises total connection and full function sharing between Windows PC and Android or iPhone mobiles. It is precisely the “convergence” functions that Apple already offers for its ecosystem that Intel promises.

And it is that users of Mac and Apple mobile devices have enjoyed a variety of connectivity features for years: AirDrop, Handoff, Universal Clipboard and AirPlay are a good example of this. For Windows, Microsoft has improved the “Your phone” app, but without reaching the level of Apple.

Intel Unison: Towards Total Convergence

Intel’s proposal brings together several features that should make sharing functionality between a Windows PC and an iPhone or Android device a breeze. “providing a universal and easy-to-use experience”.

Intel Unison

Thus, after a quick and unique configuration, users will be able to perform functions such as:

  • Records. The file transfer will be automatic and the power of the PC will be used to edit a photo or video taken from the smartphone.
  • calls. You will be able to make voice calls directly from your PC and have direct access to your phone’s entire contact list to keep your workflow flowing.
  • Messenger service. In the same way, the user will be able to send and receive text messages from the PC, with the comfort and ease of a keyboard and a full monitor and avoiding having to change devices.
  • Notifications. Mobile notifications can be received on the PC in a personalized way.
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These functions are the minimum that we can request from this type of service and, as we said, it follows the line of Apple’s ‘Continuity’ technology. There are still functions to add, such as clipboard functions, text messages or those related to transactions as Apple allows with its Pay.

Initially, Intel Unison will be exclusive to Intel Evo-certified laptops and will debut this coming holiday on models from Lenovo, HP and Acer. The app is expected to hit more Evo devices early next year when laptops powered by Raptor Lake processors become available.

A good start to achieve the intended convergence between mobiles and Windows PCs that others like Microsoft or Samsung have already tried with their Galaxy terminals. And you already have Apple in your ecosystem…