At the WWDC 2024 Keynote event, Apple unveiled macOS 15 Sequoia, the latest version of its Mac operating system. The latest macOS introduces several highly anticipated features that Mac users have been eagerly awaiting. Among the most exciting macOS Sequoia features is iPhone Mirroring, which allows users to fully access and interact with their iPhone directly from their Mac, bringing a new level of functionality to the Mac desktop. It’s arguably one of the most impressive features Apple has introduced for Macs in recent years.
Apple has introduced a new app, iPhone Mirroring app, which enables seamless connectivity between an iPhone running iOS 18 and a Mac with macOS Sequoia. During the Keynote event, Apple demonstrated how easy it is to mirror an iPhone to a Mac with just a single click. The process requires both Bluetooth and a Wi-Fi connection. Once connected, the iPhone shows a notification indicating that mirroring is active, while the Mac displays the iPhone’s screen.
Since Apple announced this feature, Mac users have been eagerly anticipating its release. However, as macOS 15 Sequoia is still in beta, some features, including iPhone Mirroring, are either missing or not functioning properly. Users have reported difficulties finding the iPhone Mirroring app, with some suggesting it’s hidden and others claiming it’s completely absent.
While the app is indeed included in the macOS Sequoia beta, it is hidden by default. You can reveal it by pressing Command + Shift + . (period key). However, even when accessed, the app fails to run and displays an error upon opening.
While users are still searching for a way to unlock iPhone Mirroring on macOS Sequoia, one Infosec user has managed to get the app up and running successfully. Using the username @jjtech@infosec.exchange, they have successfully enabled the iPhone Mirroring feature in macOS Sequoia.
The way this user managed to get the iPhone Mirroring app running is quite impressive. They revealed that some special adjustments on the iPhone side are crucial for making it work, describing the process as involving several steps and technical tweaks.
Currently, the iPhone Mirroring feature isn’t quite ready for one-click use. Apple will need to make further refinements to ensure its smooth operation. While it’s clear that the feature will be included in macOS Sequoia and iOS 18, we don’t yet know which specific versions will fully support it.
I’m eagerly anticipating the day when I can mirror my iPhone on my Mac. The prospect of interacting with my iPhone apps using my Mac’s keyboard and trackpad, dragging and dropping files between devices, playing iPhone games on my MacBook, and more, is really exciting.
Have you spotted the iPhone Mirroring app in your Mac’s Dock? If you’ve installed the macOS Sequoia Developer Beta, we’d love to hear about your experience. Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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