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The update lets you view your iPhone’s battery status, cellular connectivity and recent activities within Windows 11.

It also allows you to access calls and messages.

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Additionally, the update allows users to share files between Android and iPhone devices.

you’re able to select ‘Send Files’ when accessing your phone to begin transferring content.

The setup process is pretty straightforward.

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Open up the Start menu and then select ‘iPhone’ which is found in the right side panel.

Instructions will pop and you just follow those to create a connection between your iPhone and computer.

As of this writing, the feature is rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels.

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You must also have Phone Link version 1.24121.30.0 or higher, and your PC needsBluetoothLE capabilities.

It doesn’t appear that everyone will be available to access this feature.

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