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mobile devices just appeared in my startup apps windows 11 pro

Donald Moore 50 Reputation points
2024-03-04T01:52:27.1666667+00:00

windows Mobile devices just appeared in my startup apps win 11 pro

No online information could be found. This is in addition to the phone link app which has always been there. There is no mobile devices app located under installed apps, but it does appear in the windows startup apps group. It was installed with the last update, or a virus. Is this "mobile devices" in the startup group a legitimate windows application? If it is, then what is it? I disabled it for now, but I don't see a way to uninstall it without knowing the real app name and using the command prompt, if that is possible. Please give me as much information as you have. I have been constantly hacked by and insane woman trained by Boeing. I recently had more issues and noticed this new app after an update. She has an Apple phone she uses to hack with, and I read that mobile devices is an Apple App to control you computer from an apple phone. Is this a safe Microsoft App?

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  1. Donald Moore 50 Reputation points
    2024-03-04T23:28:40.6833333+00:00

    Ok, so upon further investigation, I found out that the mobile devices startup app is called Cross Device Experience Host within the Microsoft store. It installed on 3/2/24. I never needed it in the past, so I would like to remove it. I can't find a way to do that without the powershell. I am not sure what command or what the actual device name is required to uninstall it, considering it has two different names. It is called "Mobile Devices" in the startup group, but it is called "Cross Device Experience Host" on the Microsoft store download.

    Does anybody know how to uninstall this? What is the correct name to use?

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  2. Wesley Li 8,355 Reputation points
    2024-03-04T10:55:10.88+00:00

    Hello

    The “Mobile devices” you’re seeing in your startup apps could be related to the “Phone Link” app, which is a legitimate Windows application. The Phone Link app, also known as “Your Phone” in some versions of Windows, allows you to link your Android or iOS phone to your Windows PC. You can then access texts, notifications, and even use mobile apps right from your PC.

     

    However, if you’re concerned about this feature, you’ve done the right thing by disabling it. If you want to uninstall it, you can do so using PowerShell. Here’s how:

     

    Press Windows key + S, type powershell in the search box and select Run as administrator.

    Run the following command: Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.YourPhone -AllUsers | Remove-AppxPackage

     

    This command will uninstall the Phone Link app from your computer.

     

    As for the “Mobile devices” app you mentioned, it’s hard to say without more information. It’s not a standard part of Windows, and it’s not an Apple app either. It could be related to another piece of software you have installed. If you’re unsure about it, it’s best to keep it disabled.

     

    Regarding your concerns about hacking, it’s important to keep your system and all your applications up-to-date, use strong, unique passwords, and be careful about the links you click and the files you download. If you believe you’re being targeted, it may be worth contacting local law enforcement or a professional cybersecurity service.

     

    Remember, while the Phone Link app is a legitimate part of Windows, any application can pose a risk if it’s used maliciously or if it has security vulnerabilities that haven’t been patched. Always keep your software up-to-date and maintain good security practices to protect yourself. Let me know if you have any other questions!

  3. Wesley Li 8,355 Reputation points
    2024-03-04T10:55:29.61+00:00

    Hello

    The “Mobile devices” you’re seeing in your startup apps could be related to the “Phone Link” app, which is a legitimate Windows application. The Phone Link app, also known as “Your Phone” in some versions of Windows, allows you to link your Android or iOS phone to your Windows PC. You can then access texts, notifications, and even use mobile apps right from your PC.

     

    However, if you’re concerned about this feature, you’ve done the right thing by disabling it. If you want to uninstall it, you can do so using PowerShell. Here’s how:

     

    Press Windows key + S, type powershell in the search box and select Run as administrator.

    Run the following command: Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.YourPhone -AllUsers | Remove-AppxPackage

     

    This command will uninstall the Phone Link app from your computer.

     

    As for the “Mobile devices” app you mentioned, it’s hard to say without more information. It’s not a standard part of Windows, and it’s not an Apple app either. It could be related to another piece of software you have installed. If you’re unsure about it, it’s best to keep it disabled.

     

    Regarding your concerns about hacking, it’s important to keep your system and all your applications up-to-date, use strong, unique passwords, and be careful about the links you click and the files you download. If you believe you’re being targeted, it may be worth contacting local law enforcement or a professional cybersecurity service.

     

    Remember, while the Phone Link app is a legitimate part of Windows, any application can pose a risk if it’s used maliciously or if it has security vulnerabilities that haven’t been patched. Always keep your software up-to-date and maintain good security practices to protect yourself. Let me know if you have any other questions!

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  4. P S 0 Reputation points
    2024-08-03T14:33:21.3133333+00:00

    After I uninstall Phone app in powershell, it still shows up. Any ideas how to get rid of this app and I uninstalled Cross Device Experience Host as well.

    PS D:\Desktop> Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.YourPhone -AllUsers | Remove-AppxPackage

PS D:\Desktop> Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.YourPhone -AllUsers


Name                   : Microsoft.YourPhone
Publisher              : CN=Microsoft Corporation, O=Microsoft Corporation, L=Redmond, S=Washington, C=US
Architecture           : X64
ResourceId             :
Version                : 0.22022.147.0
PackageFullName        : Microsoft.YourPhone_0.22022.147.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
InstallLocation        : C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.YourPhone_0.22022.147.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
IsFramework            : False
PackageFamilyName      : Microsoft.YourPhone_8wekyb3d8bbwe
PublisherId            : 8wekyb3d8bbwe
PackageUserInformation : {S-1-5-18 [S-1-5-18]: Staged}
IsResourcePackage      : False
IsBundle               : False
IsDevelopmentMode      : False
NonRemovable           : False
IsPartiallyStaged      : False
SignatureKind          : Store
Status                 : Ok
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  5. Michael Bright 0 Reputation points
    2024-08-30T06:54:03.3466667+00:00

    Hi All,

    "CrossDeviceService.exe is a Windows service that facilitates cross-device functionalities, such as activity sharing between your PC and mobile devices." Provide by "https://www.bing.com/search?q=CrossDeviceService.exe%20Mobile%20devices"

    I believe the below will remove it from Task Manager - startup apps:

    Get-AppxPackage MicrosoftWindows.CrossDevice -allusers | Remove-AppxPackage

    Cheers,

    Mick

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