iPhone can now send files to Windows computers

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Microsoft expands connectivity between iPhone and Windows PC through the Phone Link app, enhancing the user experience.

Microsoft has just announced a new feature in the Phone Link application, allowing iPhone users to share files directly with Windows computers. This is an important step in improving the connectivity between Windows and iOS operating systems, which was previously limited by technological barriers.

The feature is now available to users enrolled in the Windows Insider program, Microsoft's testing platform for the latest software updates before they are officially released. To use it, users will need an iPhone running iOS 16 or later and the latest version of the Link to Windows app installed.

Connection setup is done via the Phone Link application on Windows computers, which offers a user-friendly interface and a variety of file sharing options.

Users can share common file types such as photos, videos, documents, and other multimedia files from iPhone to Windows PC without the need for third-party software. This feature works wirelessly, reducing the complicated steps in the file transfer process, especially useful for users who regularly work on both platforms.

In addition, Microsoft also said that expanding this feature globally will be carried out in the next updates. This is a big move in Microsoft's cross-platform connection strategy, helping to narrow the gap between the iOS and Windows ecosystems.

This also reflects the trend of technology consolidation across devices, enabling users to use familiar tools across different platforms without encountering traditional software barriers.

However, the feature is still in the testing phase and is limited to a select group of Windows Insiders. Microsoft has not announced a specific timeline for its wider release, but the company has pledged to continue improving and expanding file sharing features in the future.

Integrating file sharing between iPhone and Windows is a significant effort by Microsoft to strengthen the Windows ecosystem. This not only improves the user experience but also increases the value of the Windows platform in the eyes of iPhone users, who are often tied to the Apple ecosystem.

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