Microsoft has recently announced that Microsoft Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 is beginning to rollout to global audience in 39 languages across 85 markets.
Phone Link has been available to Android users for quite some time, bringing instant access on their Windows PC to everything they love on their phone. Having the availability for PC/iOS Phone connection, Windows 11 customers will never have to worry about missing an important phone call or text while focusing on their Windows PC.
This feature will offer basic iOS support for calls, messages and access to contacts. This means if your phone is tucked away during a presentation or focus time, you’ll receive notifications on your Windows PC and can choose which action to take – all on your Windows 11 PC. Need access to your iPhone photos on your PC? Our iCloud integration with Photos makes this a simple process – all within the Photos app in Windows 11.
How to get started using Phone Link on Windows 11 PCs
According to Microsoft, the feature will become available on your PC over the next few weeks. To start using or check if it’s enabled, simply start with the Search box on your Windows taskbar to find “Phone Link.” A guided step-by-step installation will walk you through setting it up.
However, do take note that Microsoft has stated that Phone Link for iOS requires iPhone with iOS 14 or higher, Windows 11 device, Bluetooth connection and the latest version of the Phone Link app. It is not available for iPad (iPadOS) or macOS with device compatibility may vary. Regional restrictions may apply.
Apart from that, Microsoft also mentioned that messaging feature is limited by iOS. Image/video sharing and group messaging is not supported.