Microsoft has released “Listen” as a native app for iPhones. The tool is designed for company use and should enable mobile access to all existing lists and lists shared in the team for information management. The app makes it possible to edit lists and create new lists while on the go – either using templates or from an Excel file, as Microsoft announced. The iOS app should offer all the core functions of the web app. Lists is also already integrated in Microsoft Teams.

Designed for mobile devices, initially only iPhones The app is designed for professional use, the templates include lists that can be used as a bug tracker, to record project progress, as an agenda or as an introduction for new employees.

In addition to list management, photos can also be added via iPhone – including support for QR codes – emphasized Microsoft. The release of lists is also possible. The iOS app also gives offline access to lists that have already been loaded and supports system functions such as dark mode. Lists can be found quickly with various filter functions. The app supports device management via Intune, data security is designed for corporate use.

In contrast to Microsoft’s “To Do” task app, end users cannot simply use Microsoft Lists: They can only log in if a There is a company subscription for Microsoft 365, which also includes SharePoint, as the software group emphasizes.

The native app Microsoft Listen is currently only available for the iPhone and is running accordingly only in a reduced view on the iPad. The manufacturer promises that adjustments for Apple’s tablets will follow soon. A list app for Android is also in work, details will only be given later this year.

(lbe)