As originally reported, I tried all MS recommendations that I could find before requesting help. Some of those steps are in the AI generated answer.
If I read the AI answer correctly, it sounds like "don't use message syncing until a future update."
Texts not syncing between Samsun S26 Ultra and PC Windows 11 PhoneLink
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Approximately 100 old previously deleted texts show up on Windows 11 PC and not on phone. I have repaired, reset, reconfigured PhoneLink on both devices. The subject texts appear to have been transferred when I upgraded my phone using the phone's "Switch" application.
PC PhoneLink does not support deleting texts and changing sort order which should be standard features. I therefore have to sort through 100+ old texts to get to current and new messages.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Connect Phone and PC
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Arlene D 36,020 Reputation points Independent Advisor2026-03-25T00:48:55.5966667+00:00 Hello,
Is Link to Windows already installed and signed in on your phone?
Open Phone Link on your Windows 11 PC and sign in. On your Samsung phone, open Link to Windows in Settings, Advanced features, or open the app, then sign in with the same account. Tap Link your phone and PC, scan the QR code shown on your PC, then allow all permissions for messages, contacts, and notifications. Keep both devices on and connected to the internet to stay synced.