You can now connect your iPhone to Windows 11 using the Phone Link app, and in this guide, you will learn how. Microsoft publishes Updated version of the Phone Link app for Windows 11 that supports iPhone. However, the app is currently only available in preview, but it is expected to be released in large quantities soon.
While the Phone Link app has been around for a while, it used to be only available for Android devices, but now it’s expanding support to iOS.
This guide will teach you the steps to connect your iOS device to Windows 11 via Phone Link app.
How to connect iPhone to Windows 11 using Phone Link
To connect your iPhone to your Windows 11 device via the Phone Link app, you need a computer Subscribe to the Dev, Beta, or Release Preview Channelthen follow these steps:
1. Open to start On Windows 11.
2. Research phone link And click on the first result to open the app.
Quick note: If the option is greyed out, you don’t have the version of the app that includes the integration. In this case, open Microsoft Store > library And click the button Get updates.
3. Click the button iPhone To run the wizard to pair the mobile device (and make sure Bluetooth is on).
4. Scan the on-screen code to install the companion app on your iPhone with steps to pair the mobile device.
5. On your phone, launch the app and confirm the link code on your computer to complete the pairing.
6. Confirm the permissions to allow Phone Link to interact with your iPhone.
Quick note: The app will show you the steps to set up permissions from your iPhone’s Bluetooth settings. You should not skip this step, as it is necessary to view notifications and access contacts.
Once the app is updated, you’ll be able to connect your iPhone to your Windows 11 desktop or laptop computer to send and receive messages from iMessage, make and receive calls, and check notifications without picking up your phone.
The integration works through a Bluetooth connection between your Windows 11 device and your iPhone. However, the integration is not entirely smooth as there are some limitations. For example, you won’t be able to send photos or participate in group messages.
Also, you won’t be able to access your chat history, as the Phone Link app will only show messages you’ve sent or received from the app.
Finally, this solution does not give you access to your photos, but you can still use the Photos app that offers iCloud Photos integration with Windows 11.
If you have any questions or suggestions, let us know in the comments. Also consult this guide if you want to know how Transfer photos from iphone to windows 11.
