RIP, Microsoft Lens, a simple little app that’s getting replaced by AI

Microsoft is discontinuing its mobile scanning app, Microsoft Lens, which has been a popular tool for over 10 years with more than 90 million downloads. The app allowed users to capture, digitize, and share documents, whiteboards, and other content quickly and easily. The decision to retire Lens is part of Microsoft's broader strategy to integrate its various AI and productivity tools into a more cohesive experience. The company plans to replace Lens with a new AI-powered feature within the Microsoft Office app, which will offer similar functionality with the added benefits of AI-powered enhancements. While the discontinuation of Lens may disappoint some users, Microsoft's move reflects the rapid advancements in AI and the company's efforts to streamline its offerings to provide a more seamless and intelligent user experience. The new AI-powered feature in the Microsoft Office app is expected to offer improved scanning, document processing, and collaboration capabilities, making it a more comprehensive solution for users' document management needs.