How to Use iPhone Mirroring on Mac with iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia
CNETNovember 1, 20253 min11,526 views
3 connectionsΒ·5 entities in this videoβSetting Up iPhone Mirroring
- π» Ensure your Mac is running macOS Sequoia and your iPhone has iOS 18 or later.
- π Both devices must be logged into the same Apple account and have Bluetooth enabled.
- π Open the iPhone mirroring app on your Mac; search in Finder if needed.
- π For the initial connection, you'll need to enter your device passcode and approve on your iPhone, or enable automatic authentication in settings.
Key Features and Use Cases
- π Mirroring allows you to perform almost any action from your iPhone directly on your Mac.
- π Drag-and-drop file transfer between your iPhone and Mac is supported, eliminating the need for AirDrop.
- πΌοΈ You can drag photos from your Mac to your iPhone's Photos app or pull files from your iPhone's Files app to your Mac's desktop.
- π± Use iPhone apps on your Mac for a better desktop experience, such as using the Alltrails hiking app without needing to interact with your phone.
Alternative Mirroring Options
- β οΈ If you have a Windows PC or older Apple devices, alternative mirroring methods exist.
- π More detailed information on these alternative methods can be found in the articles linked in the video description.
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