Hands-on: iPhone Mirroring iOS 18

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Launching iPhone Mirroring
01:12 Establish a Trust relationship with macOS
01:33 Authentication
01:56 Using iPhone Mirroring
03:20 Invoke Home Screen, App Switcher, and Spotlight
04:26 Working with apps that require FaceID
05:06 How to always authenticate your iPhone
06:15 iPhone microphone and camera unavailable
06:53 Previously connected to Mac alert
07:02 Configure Continuity settings in iOS and macOS
07:38 Control Center and Notification Center unavailable
08:37 Interacting with iPhone Notifications with iPhone Mirroring
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[@9to5Mac]

*iPhone MIRRORING FAQ* Lots of people have been asking me questions about iPhone Mirroring, so I’ll answer the most frequent below. Read the full post on 9to5Mac for more details: 9to5mac.com/2024/06/25/hands-on-iphone-mirroring-with-ios-18-and-macos-sequoia-video/ *Can I use my iPhone while using iPhone Mirroring?* No, your iPhone must be locked to use iPhone Mirroring. If you unlock your phone, the mirroring session on macOS will be interrupted. *Can I install or uninstall apps on iPhone while using iPhone Mirroring?* Yes, you can install apps from the App Store and delete them by visiting Settings → General → iPhone Storage. However, you cannot delete apps directly from the Home Screen because edit (wiggle) mode is disabled. *Does iPhone Mirroring work with landscape mode?* Yes, however, it depends on the app. If you’re watching KZbin, and put the video into full screen, the mirroring window will automatically switch to landscape mode via a brief animation. There is no way to force a window into landscape mode at this time. *Can I rearrange my Home Screen while using iPhone Mirroring?* You can’t enter edit (wiggle) mode, so no. You can adjust the size of app icons by long-pressing on an app icon, though. *Can you play games and Apple Arcade via iPhone Mirroring?* Yes, you can even play with a Bluetooth controller as long as it’s paired with your iPhone. *Can you resize the iPhone Mirroring window?* No, it’s a static Window, and its dimensions cannot be changed to be smaller or larger. *Can you use your Mac while using iPhone Mirroring?* Yes, the iPhone Mirroring window is just another window running on macOS. You can continue to use your Mac like normal. *Can you use the iPhone’s camera or microphone when using iPhone Mirroring?* No, these are disabled, most likely for security reasons. *Can I use Apple Fitness+ via iPhone Mirroring?* I don’t think so, I just got a black screen as if the classes are DRM-protected. I could still hear the audio, though. *Does iPhone Mirroring work with iPad or iPadOS?* No. *How close does your iPhone need to be to use iPhone Mirroring?* That largely depends on your environment layout, but in my experience, they needed to be fairly close. It worked fine when my iPhone was in the next room over, but when I moved it two rooms away, the connection and audio were very laggy. If you’re too far away before establishing a connection, iPhone Mirroring simply won’t connect. If it’s in the same room at a relatively close distance, it should work without issue. *Can I interact with the iPhone’s Dynamic Island while using iPhone Mirroring?* Yes, just long-press the Dynamic Island area on the virtual display. *Can I access my iPhone Lock Screen, Control Center, Notification Center, or Siri via iPhone Mirroring?* Nope!

[@riskin620]

Great overview of one of my most anticipated features for iOS 18 and Sequoia. Thanks Jeff!

[@charliebrown1006]

I love all these ecosystem features from the last few years. Everything seems like it’s slowly blending together in a more coherent way.

[@FedericoZenteno]

A very complete explanation, I think. What about turning horizontal the iPhone? Or games?

[@LeCoinks]

That's so cool

[@eliezerweinberger]

Amazing video! I have a few questions, can the iPhone be far away or does it have to be in the same wifi connection, and does it use the phone's battery?

[@EricResells]

I love this feature and I REALLY want that charging dock you have...

[@Guruvalverde]

You do not need it; the screen will always be dark. Why another gadget?

[@stingus]

A like and comment for my favorite HDR KZbinr :)

[@MathieuGrasXX]

Would love to get the iPhone stand and case references they look awesome :)

[@9to5Mac]

It’s a Nomad stand.

[@maximusaugustus6823]

That's why I like the Apple platform, all of my devices, from my phone, watch, iMac, my notebook in sync, and now iPhone on the screen. Freaking awesome.

[@shahinmiah331]

Wish they can do that for the ipad pro so it can stay locked when connecting to a monitor

[@andrewkaylor2416]

The resolution on a 4K display is unfortunately too small. Hopefully we get resize options or at least increase the scale.

[@cwanja89]

Does engaging with the iPhone notification from macOS clear it from the iPhone? Do iPhone notifications only show when you have iPhone mirroring?

[@trissectando]

Will it be possible to mirror the iPad on Mac the same way iPhone mirroring works on macOS?

[@iPhoneSpy]

Informative video. But what can you do with it? Can you drag photos from the Photos App on the iPhone to your Mac’s desktop or can you drag files from the Files App to your Mac? Thanks

[@FelipeRodriguezHoman]

Can you have a call with airpods connected to the iphone and still morriring? Interesting if you can have a zoom call on the iphone with airpods and still able to mirror

[@steeveturcotte1564]

is the mirroring app always on top of other applications?

[@hvacmechanicual3000]

Can you drag and drop photo or files from iPhone to your Mac ?

[@lshanny]

Do the mirrored notifications show up even if a mirroring session isn't already started?

[@SlavaAloha]

I have ask: can I running Apple fitness on iPhone (mirroring) and use airdrop for Mac don’t touch real iPhone?

[@TFR-60]

Does assistive touch work?

[@ameaningfullife]

My iPhone XS Max doesn’t have this feature but my iPhone 15 pro has it

[@panzorax.]

when I was open the application on mirroring app and I can't swiping on app I mean for example when I was on instagram I can't swipe to down

[@CoreCpm]

There is a problem with the sound. It can only be heard through the earpiece and not through the regular speaker. (iPhone 15 Pro Max)

[@acpirola]

Great vid! Tks... How's the stability?

[@9to5Mac]

Solid!

[@LaFranceBonjour]

Why does it show a blancs rectangle for me when connected?

[@luizasouza3135]

Hi! This seems great! I use my iPhone as continuity camera for my Mac mini. You mentioned that camera and microphone are disabled with mirroring, so will I have to choose either mirroring or continuity camera? It is the top situation in which I want to grab the phone to do something but I realize it is right there up the monitor…

[@mrclaytontodd]

I have the same concern. I was so excited about this because I always use my phone iPhone as my webcam for work meetings, but sometimes I need to check my phone while on video. Was hoping this was the solution, but it sounds like unfortunately not.

[@mrclaytontodd]

#1 use case was going to be mirroring iPhone while using Continuity Camera for work meetings.. constantly needing to check my phone while on video & can't. Unfortunately them locking camera/mic access ruins this dream 😭

[@SpencerHartmann]

I have only been able to get it to work with track pad / laptop keyboards, has anyone gotten a 3rd party keyboard to work?

[@1vswatts]

Can you mirror the iPhone with my iPad 2024?

[@thekazturtrip]

Troubleshooting on iPhone connecting issue , I’ve tried rebooting machines turning off handoff , turning on airplane mode , connecting cable and doing the same and no dice , I would greatly appreciate any other ideas , thank you 🙏🏼

[@rafaeliribarrem3605]

same issue

[@NotZifxe]

+1

[@blueyezdesignz]

Does the phone get hot like it does when it’s trying to connect with continuity to your Mac and you are not aware of the attempted connection when it’s nearby?

[@derekwu8989]

no it won't

[@9to5Mac]

doesn't seem any warmer than normal from my testing.

[@Vivsterist]

I keep getting an error stating "Ensure iPhone Mirroring is enabled in System Settings" and there's no option for iPhone mirroring on my MBP. :/ Using an iPhone 14 Pro Max on iOS 18 dev beta 2 and MBP 14 m1pro on MacOS Sequoia beta 2

[@pavatee]

Hey I was wondering why my phone can't connect. I have an iPhone 11 Pro but it doesn't specify anywhere what model I need, but my 2020 Macbook Pro has the app, so it must just be my phone that's the problem

[@abc123fhdi]

Would be helpful if the Mac had a touchscreen for multitouch and a camera for Face ID. Also the mics should be enabled on the Mac, as well as the camera.

[@gamefun2525]

calm down sir, this is Apple

[@PetersExcapades]

its so unfortunate that you cant use the iphone camera while mirroring… this is the only use case id have for it, mounting my phone on a tripod and recording from my mac so i dont have to keep getting up to press record and stop

[@9to5Mac]

Yes, it works with landscape mode :) See the full post for the nitty gritty details: 9to5mac.com/2024/06/25/hands-on-iphone-mirroring-with-ios-18-and-macos-sequoia-video/

[@zdxzzy_769]

Hey, could you please tell me which region i need to set my iphone and mac book? Kt tells me all the time that it isnt available in my region

[@sebjm91]

Have you tried gaming in landscape mode? If so, how’s the input lag?

[@9to5Mac]

Not bad at all, even with a controller

[@gamefun2525]

bruh just airplay if that’s what you wanna do

[@SyedKashani]

I want to know if i can mirror my phone while playing games on my phone? (Like what capture cards do, but wirelessly). If so, my next pc would be a mac.

[@rioschala]

Yes you can do so.

[@rioschala]

Yes u can

[@9to5Mac]

As rioschala stated, yep.

[@kdaniel9060]

Hey Jeff, can you use your Mac like you normally would while mirroring your iPhone?

[@BoxingElite_]

Yes you can

[@9to5Mac]

Yes, it's just another window!

[@Plexipal]

No way to access control center yet.

[@VanceReviews]

When you were playing back KZbin video, was it coming to your Mac speakers or through the iPhone speakers??

[@9to5Mac]

Mac!

[@oooooohmylisa]

i can not use it now after i deleted the developer document......

[@rocnPinghai]

bug requires unlock repeatedly

[@ayanpk]

this should come in ipad as well

[@ambbbbbbb]

not working for me , feature not available. enable it from the settings but there is no enable option.

[@11fleek]

This is huge if this actually works smoothly. It would convert me over to MacOS.

[@gamefun2525]

hard core windows guy here, but macos has been my daily driver since the day i got my mac

[@ga.vijaymuruganvijay9683]

I love Steve jobs I love apple 🍎

[@iWeaverOS]

Does this work when you connect your Vision Pro to the Mac?

[@9to5Mac]

Yes, but only via USB tethering via dev strap.

[@zdxzzy_769]

Which region has to be set on iphone and mac? It tells me all the time that it isn’t available in my region.

[@gamefun2525]

EU won’t have it I guess

[@elliothe7210]

After resotring my iPhone, I can no longer use iPhone mirroring normally. There is no pop-up asking me to trust my Mac, but it keeps asking me to unlock my iPhone. Is there a way to reset the iPhone mirroring application on my Mac?

[@Silentforcce]

I have the same problem im so sad seeing it work for everyone

[@elliothe7210]

​@@Silentforcce Did you also restore your iPhone?

[@robog9084]

its just taking forever to connect to my phone, is this normal?

[@John-oc1zr]

Wish this was available in the EU.

[@soignesuave1]

we can't leave the EU out of touch. I'm hoping you guys get the update as well

[@plinerfamily]

Can it go into landscape mode?

[@9to5Mac]

Yes! Forgot to show that duh! Apps that go in landscape will automatically display in landscape.

[@mvandrei]

It's not available in some countries. LOL. WHY? WHY APPLE?

[@rellrobinson]

Can You run  Apple arcade with this Feature ?

[@9to5Mac]

Yes, even with controllers (paired with the iPhone), and lag is minimal in my experience.

[@rellrobinson]

@@9to5Mac Sounds intriguing THX 4 the response I’m using backbone and was interested in playing games in different ways

[@jacobwonder6735]

Fingers crossed apple doesn't ruin this by giving developers the ability to disable the feature. I want to catch pokemon on my mac!

[@la9753]

Can this work with the MBP 2017 or is it only MacOS Sequoia compatible?

[@philipduodu8867]

I think it’s only M series (apple silicon) chip macs

[@uksparky32]

@@philipduodu8867 It also works on or is meant to on Intel with T2 security chip. Think that's machines from about 2017.

[@philipduodu8867]

@@uksparky32 Oh gotcha

[@stevenjames5202]

Where did you get the phone stand? I want to get it.

[@keithsupian6603]

Did you notice if it puts an excessive strain on your iPhone battery?

[@9to5Mac]

Haven't used long enough to know for sure, but doesn't seem like it does anything more than any other wireless operation.

[@gamefun2525]

sidecar on my ipad as a second screen for my mac heats up my mac like a toaster after 30 minutes of use, I wonder what it’d do to the iphone, it’s always the streaming device that’s under a lot of strain

[@majestyblur3668]

Does it work with older iPhones

[@Flow0_0.]

Those with 18 available yes.

[@allen9975]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@shering808]

Can you use camera?

[@9to5Mac]

Nope

[@smokinjoe2122]

Maybe I missed it, but does it work with iPad OS also?

[@9to5Mac]

Nope

[@gamefun2525]

if Apple hasn’t shown you a highly cinematic intro in the keynote, then definitely not

[@evanstelly7404]

I can’t get past the Unlock iPhone screen. It shows me the step to unlock iPhone and the “enter passcode to trust this Mac” but after I enter my passcode, my Mac says unable to connect to iPhone.

[@uksparky32]

I have the same on my intel MacBook Pro but it works with my M2 Mac.

[@evanstelly7404]

@@uksparky32I’m using my M1 Pro MacBook Pro

[@GB-np9eq]

doesn't work for me

[@derekwu8989]

The window size cannot be changed.

[@9to5Mac]

Nope, it cannot.

[@Imbackoutside]

Is there a way to control your iPhone Remotely?

[@derekwu8989]

no it gotta be nearby

[@FelixBru]

Is there any way to bypass EU restriction?

[@gamefun2525]

what a sad question lol

[@willywestsidee]

@@gamefun2525 how?

[@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

What about iPad Mirroring!

[@OnlyOriginalSongs]

can i mirror my iphone to a pc ? or its just mac only ?

[@cranberrymoscowmule]

its a mac only feature just like continuity

[@OnlyOriginalSongs]

@@cranberrymoscowmule thats bad becouse i have iphone and pc and cant mirror

[@RyansTechReviews29]

They’d never do that with pc….

[@OnlyOriginalSongs]

@@RyansTechReviews29 😂😂😂😂😂 yeah thats apple stereotype to do that but they don mention everything what come here in ios 18 update its had android phones many years

[@BreinGames]

Why is this not available for the iPad too? Why can’t you mirror your iPad to your Mac just like the iPhone?

[@davidjacobs6244]

Ask Apple.

[@9to5Mac]

No idea, probably don't have enough people wanting to quickly access an iPad while using a Mac, like they do with iPhone.

[@gamefun2525]

for that, they made a super expensive 13 inch ipad. Use all the screen real estate you need

[@94SL3]

Probably much better than running the heavy whatsapp web app on Mac.

[@j_y48]

iPhone mirroring doesn’t recognize my Aula F75 BT keyboard 😂

[@ahmadplayz1029]

I have problem After I enter my password I get a massage to enable WiFi and Bluetooth even though its enabled Did anyone get this problem? I have iPhone XR

[@uksparky32]

I get the same, iPhone 15 Pro, UK so should work and also have Intel MBP with T2 security chip.

[@Theone2408-jd5zj]

Mine isn’t working

[@blessdarah1256]

me too

[@TomasRay]

I've been waiting for this feature for all this time to find out it doesn't work in EU, WOW, thank-you TIM APPLE>

[@peterstonesuk]

Thank you Brexit! We get it in the UK!

[@gamefun2525]

lmao it’s so funny how apple is discriminating against the EU

[@gabrield4892]

You can just mirror your iPhone to Vision Pro without needing to run it through Mac first...

[@normalrobloxyoutubeperson]

1:18 omg cant believe he uses 1234 as his passcode😂

[@dra942959]

Screen can't change

[@philipb1889]

Wasn't this available for Android and PC's like 5 years ago?

[@stephencooper3583]

Yes and no. It requires downloading an app to both your phone and your PC. It's available for iphones too, not just android. But this version is baked into the OS, so no apps and no setup.

[@LanceTegner]

Not available in Belgium it seems

[@giridharathyala1406]

Does it works on the Sonoma?

[@neellss]

Why do you actually need this feature though?

[@9to5Mac]

Need? No. Want? Yes.

[@gamefun2525]

i’m lazy to pickup my phone once I start staring at my mac screen

[@gamefun2525]

my phone’s lying on my bed and I’m on my chair working on mac. Nope I ain’t getting up to pick it up

[@solidsnakeXY810]

Its not supported in my region : (

[@praveengasti0808]

So you can’t make calls cause the mic is disabled…then what’s the use of this feature?…cause literally all the other things the Mac can do on it’s own.

[@Thomas-bl5fl]

Cries in EU

[@gamefun2525]

lol

[@roastedcauliflower4146]

I see no practical real world scenarios for this “feature”. Rather than continuing to roll out gimmicky apps, Apple should focus on creating important improvements such as a tighter integration between the Calendar, Reminders, and Notes app.

[@rafaeliribarrem3605]

web development, social midia, marketing, design... the list goes on

[@stephencooper3583]

It's not a "must have", but I can see some convenient uses. I'd probably use because I prefer typing on a full keyboard, instead of a phone. Or if I'm working, it might be convenient to see notifications on screen instead of checking the phone all the time. Kind of situational, but I can see some uses.

[@gamefun2525]

@@stephencooper3583ikr? typing on iphone is annoying af

[@JeffPom]

What if I’m using my iPhone as my continuity camera on my Mac? Can I access it while doing that?

[@mgaming7]

I am trying to figure out why people need this? iCloud already syncs everything Apple. Mail, contacts, cal, messages etc. Guess I am not the target customer on this one. I literally can't think of one reason to use it.

[@AosmoYT]

Some people have important things in there phones that are not in cloud so that's why

[@chriscoveries]

2:06 horrifying that the phone screen is not on. this feature MUST activate the screen or show it is being remotely controlled. it MUST

[@gamefun2525]

I hope it only works for the same apple id devices

[@petilee1]

Guys, everyone watch apple they literally factory restarting themselves, iphone 15pro all machines with starting M1 chips all a new era a new start for apple, it’s feels like almost ip15p like the first iPhone because under these tech everything just feels outdated even 15 standard without features like new siri just sad

[@elvissantos5690]

I just wanna say this is Apple’s approach and answer to Samsung’s Dex 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@tino768]

Not trying to be rude, but I'm wracking my brain trying to come up with a use case. My Mac can do pretty much everything my iPhone can do anyway. Maybe if you need a certain file off your phone? But all that's synced through iCloud...

[@jake-ep9wq]

I’m going to use it for the Apollo Reddit app and an audiobook app.

[@cranberrymoscowmule]

its for instant use cases were you don't want to get off you just and ruin your flow with this just access from the mac and reply to the notification or something

[@Neubs-xv8tw]

App verification for unifi systems 2 factor, which is all app based

[@fridayapple3225]

What world are you living in? Don’t you need 2fa app, bank apps, social media apps? I know there’s web alternative, but managing login on these sucks

[@sajizzle2680]

There are tons of iPhone apps that work way better on iOS than on their MacOS counterpart. Also helpful to use StandBy mode while still accessing the contents of your phone.

[@Pstkolade]

Canl iirg

[@ss123n]

It's been on Samsung since 2007 and you're rejoicing in it now, God. I'm really sorry, but it's funny, man. ❤😂😂

[@MohamedBakorAbobakr]

What's the feature name on Samsung??

[@taegukgiv2]

why are you even here though?

[@stephencooper3583]

​@@MohamedBakorAbobakr ... Samsung Flow (released in 2017, NOT 2007) is a similar concept, but requires you to download the app to both your phone and to your PC. There are apps that work like this for iphones too, but again, they require downloading and installing apps. This new ios18 version works natively, so is more convenient for the typical user. So technically, this isn't a new concept... but now it's baked into the OS, which makes it much more convenient with hardly any setup. I'd say it's still a win for iphone/mac users.

[@joaquinbigtas1396]

Samsung can change UI. Apple lazy