Apple has expanded its Continuity feature to include iPhone screen mirroring on Mac, allowing users to control their iPhone from their computer using keyboard and mouse input. This update, introduced with macOS Ventura, enables users to mirror their iPhone's display on their Mac's screen, interact with it, and even use their iPhone as a webcam for their Mac.

The feature, which requires an iPhone running iOS 18 or later and a Mac with Apple silicon or the T2 security chip running macOS Sequoia 15 or later, allows users to check apps and messages while keeping their phone in their pocket or drawer. The mirrored iPhone display on the Mac can be controlled using the keyboard and mouse, providing a more convenient and efficient way to interact with the iPhone.

To set up iPhone mirroring, users need to ensure that both devices are signed in to the same Apple account, with two-factor authentication enabled. Both devices must also have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on, and the iPhone needs to be locked and close to the Mac. The Mac must not be sharing its internet connection using Sidecar or AirPlay.

Once the conditions are met, users can find an iPhone Mirroring button on the macOS dock, which looks like a small iPhone. Clicking this button establishes the connection, although users will be asked to authenticate the connection via Face ID, Touch ID, or their PIN on the iPhone the first time they use iPhone mirroring.

The mirrored iPhone display on the Mac can be repositioned by clicking and dragging the border around the screen. Users can also access the homescreen, app switcher, and Spotlight search using keyboard shortcuts or by clicking on the icons in the top-right corner of the screen. Audio from the iPhone will be routed through the Mac speakers, and users can drag and drop items between the iPhone and Mac.

Users can also customize how iPhone notifications are managed during mirroring. By default, iPhone notifications turn into Mac notifications and show up in the top-right corner of the macOS interface. However, users can change this by opening the Apple menu, selecting System Settings, and choosing Notifications. From there, users can toggle switches to control how alerts are handled and manage notifications from individual apps.

Finally, users can control future connections by opening the iPhone Mirroring menu, choosing Settings, and selecting whether to automatically connect devices in the future or ask for authentication each time. Users can also break the connection by clicking Revoke Access, which means it'll need to be established again from the start in the future.

The update to Apple's Continuity feature is a significant step towards seamless integration between iPhone and Mac, enabling users to work more efficiently and conveniently across devices. As Apple continues to expand its Continuity feature, we can expect to see even more innovative ways to use our iPhones and Macs together.