I'm curious if anyone else has noticed a change after the Windows 11 25H2 update regarding the LinkedDevices feature for Passkeys with Android. I used to be able to select my Android device when signing in, which would prompt a security verification with a QR code and security key. Now, post-update, I can't see the Android option anymore, and the interface has changed from black to grey. Previously, I could also choose to remember my device for quicker sign-ins, but that seems to be gone too. I'm frustrated because we were promoting this functionality, and now it seems like it's vanished. Could it be that this update was intended to align user experiences between iOS and Android? If anyone has more information or has experienced this, I would appreciate the insights!
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I haven't tested extensively, but with the 25H2 update, I received a push notification for passkeys instead of having to scan a QR code. Just a heads up that this is for passkeys specifically, not general MFA notifications!
I had all three options last week, but now I'm only seeing the QR Code and Security Key options. Still stumped on how to get the full set of options back.
I came across similar issues when I was on Windows 10. Before upgrading to Windows 11, I didn’t dive too deep into it. Maybe clearing the 'remember me' settings on both your devices might help restore that option, if that's still available.
I did find the registry edit to remove the linked devices option, but even after a fresh Android setup, the 'remember my device' prompt didn’t show up. I’m starting to think they might have just removed the feature completely.
Thanks for clarifying! I was testing general MFA, so it's good to know the difference.