Microsoft Killing Outlook Lite

In a move to consolidate its mobile productivity tools, Microsoft is retiring the pared-back Outlook Lite application.

The app, which was designed for entry-level Android devices and limited data connections, will no longer be accessible starting in May.

Microsoft stated that improvements to the standard Outlook app have made the lite version redundant for most users.

The decision follows a broader trend of tech giants phasing out 'lite' versions of their software as global mobile hardware and connectivity continue to improve.