The software giant has been working on Microsoft Office 365 app and a recent leak implies that soon our hands will be on One Outlook – the almighty all in one email platform.
The new leak was first seen on social media platforms Telegram and Twitter. From the first impression, it is quite similar to Outlook web service except there is no built-in window control system for now.
One Outlook previously known as “Project Monarch” will be on Windows 11 with apps calendar and contacts all consolidated into one app. It would be accessible to PC, Mac, and web, hence replacing Outlook desktop, web, windows, mac, mail, and calendar.
The Outlook leak is not an isolated incident. Last year a version appeared but was inaccessible to the common public.
Unfortunately, One Outlook is not available for personal use at the moment. However, it can be accessed through an education or work account with its beta version.
Although Microsoft has to announce the official release date for One Outlook but recent leak hints that the wait is almost over. It is assumed that it would be first released to Windows Insiders in April 2022, and in Q3 will be open to the public. Yet no release date is provided for now.
Microsoft has to persuade…
A consolidated Outlook app seems like a great idea because so many users are on Windows 10 older versions, but like everything, not everyone seems excited about this app.
Personally, I like the idea of everything in one place, don’t like to open too many tabs but it can be a little bit messy because of integrated apps.
Every required app in one place can make things convenient for Outlook regular users. While some people are worried about memory would consume. There are also concerns regarding web service instead of desktop versions, as web service would be problematic for users with slow internet or low browsing areas.
Similarly, windows 11 was also in hot waters for its reliance on web apps which caused slow performance. Microsoft has stated that both Outlook versions will be available for users in the beginning so they could manage the switch however there is a possibility the classic version will be retired after a while.
Microsoft is relying on web apps. Rather it should appreciate its native apps with redesigning instead of going web-based in all services.
