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Microsoft has added support for iOS on its Phone Link so now iPhone users will have access to basic features such as receiving calls and replying to messages on a Windows PC.
Microsoft has started rolling out Phone Link for iOS for all Windows 11 users globally. Since it has just been released, users should start seeing the feature on their PCs in the coming weeks, and by mid-May it should be available to all. Similar to Phone Link for Android, iPhone users will now be able to access their device's features on a Windows PC.
This feature essentially allows iPhone users to answer calls, reply to messages, and access contacts all from their PC and without having to check their phone. And yes, you will be able to use iMessage too but in a limited way.
Firstly, you'll need an iPhone running iOS 14 or higher, a Windows 11 PC, Bluetooth connectivity and the latest version of the Phone Link app. You can check if the feature is available on your Windows PC by typing 'Phone Link' in the search box that's available in the taskbar. Once it's available, a pop-up screen explaining what Phone Link is will appear. Here, you'll have to choose whether you want to connect an Android or iOS phone to your Windows PC.
So your iPhone has to be always connected to the Windows PC via Bluetooth to use Phone Link features. Also, Phone Link supports only iOS and not iPadOS. iMessage support on Phone Link also comes with limitations as you cannot share photos or videos, and access group chats on Phone Link. The limitations are due to iOS, and there's no word on whether it will be relaxed in the future. But for now you can enjoy the basic features on Phone Link for iOS.