Microsoft has announced the rollout of its Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11. The feature, which is available in 39 languages across 85 markets, enables a connection between a Windows 11 PC and an iOS mobile device, removing barriers between the two devices and making it easier to connect with loved ones.
The update has been rolled out gradually to ensure a high-quality experience for users, with Windows Insiders providing feedback during the preview phase.
Phone Link has been available to Android users for some time and offers instant access to everything they love on their phone from their Windows PC. The feature will be expanded to include new features as technology becomes available.
Phone Link for iOS offers basic iOS support for calls, messages, and access to contacts. Windows 11 customers will receive notifications on their PC and can choose which action to take when their phone is tucked away during a presentation or focus time. iCloud integration with Photos makes accessing iPhone photos on a PC a simple process.
How to link your iPhone to Windows 11
To begin using Phone Link on Windows 11 PCs, users can simply search for “Phone Link” in the Windows taskbar and follow the guided step-by-step installation.
It’s worth noting that Phone Link for iOS requires an iPhone with iOS 14 or higher, a Windows 11 device, Bluetooth connection, and the latest version of the Phone Link app. The feature is not available for iPad or macOS, and regional restrictions may apply.
The messaging feature is limited by iOS, with image/video sharing and group messaging not supported. Messages are session-based and will only come through when the phone is connected to the PC.
The introduction of Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 should enable greater connectivity between devices and making it easier for users to access the features they love on their phone from their PC.
By gradually rolling out the feature and gathering feedback from users, Microsoft is ensuring that Phone Link delivers the highest quality experience for its customers.
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