Listener Question - Do I Have to Use the New Outlook? Can I Keep the Old One?

Do I have to use it? Why is it changing? Can I keep the old one?

Officially speaking:
Microsoft is aiming to unify its email and productivity services under the Outlook brand. This move is part of a broader strategy to streamline user experience and provide a more cohesive suite of tools.

• Consistency: By using Outlook across all platforms, Microsoft ensures a consistent user interface and feature set, reducing learning curves for users.
• Integration: Outlook offers deeper integration with other Microsoft products like Calendar, Teams, and OneDrive, enhancing productivity and collaboration.
• Modernization: The new Outlook is designed with a modern interface and incorporates the latest features and technologies, improving overall user experience.   
• Security: Microsoft is continuously enhancing security measures in Outlook, providing better protection for user data.   

While this transition might involve some initial adjustments for users familiar with the Mail app, the long-term benefits of using Outlook are expected to outweigh the short-term inconveniences.

Realistically you will eventually need to move across as they will stop supporting the old mail apps and things just won’t work anymore.

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