Subj : One of my favorite iPhone features arrives on the Mac with Tahoe To : All From : TechnologyDaily Date : Tue Aug 12 2025 01:15:07 One of my favorite iPhone features arrives on the Mac with Tahoe and I cant stop using it Date: Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Description: Maximizing your Mac FULL STORY ====================================================================== While the new Liquid Glass look and a way more powerful Spotlight might be the leading features of macOS Tahoe 26 , Ive found that bringing over a much-loved iPhone feature has proven to be the highlight after weeks of testing. Live Activities steal the show on the iPhone, thanks to their glanceability and effortless way of highlighting key info, whether its from a first or third-party app. Some of my favorites are: Flighty displays flight tracking details in real-time, for myself, family, or friends Airlines like United show my seat, a countdown for boarding, or even baggage claim Rideshare apps tell you what kind of car you're driving is arriving in Apple Sports displays your favorite teams' live scores in real-time with the game Now, all of this is arriving on the Mac right at the top navigation bar, near the right-hand side. They appear when your iPhone is nearby, signed into the same Apple Account, and mirror the same Live Activities youd see on your phone. Its a simple but powerful addition. Considering Apple brought iPhone Mirroring to the Mac in 2024, this 2025 follow-up isnt surprising. But its exactly the kind of small feature that makes a big difference. Ive loved being able to check a score, track a flight, or see my live position on a plane without fishing for my phone. (Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol) Ive used it plenty at my desk, but to me, it truly shines in Economy class. If youve ever tried balancing an iPhone and a MacBook Pro or even a MacBook Air on a tray table, you know the awkward overlap. I usually end up propping the iPhone against my screen, hanging it off the palm rest, or just tossing it in my lap. With Live Activities on the Mac, I can stick to one device and keep the tray table clutter-free. Considering notifications already sync, iPhone Mirroring arrived last year, Live Activities were ultimately the missing piece. On macOS Tahoe, they sit neatly collapsed in the menu bar, just like the Dynamic Island on iPhone , and you can click on one to expand and see the full Live Activity. Another click on any of these Live Activities quickly opens the app on your iPhone via the Mirroring app it all works together pretty seamlessly. (Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol) You can also easily dismiss them, as I have found they automatically expand for major updates, saving screen real estate on your Mac. If you already have a Live Activity that you really enjoy on your iPhone, theres really no extra work needed from the developer, as these will automatically repeat. All-in-all, its a small but super helpful tool that really excels in cramped spaces. So, if youve ever struggled with the same balancing act as I have with a tray table, your iPhone, and a MacBook, know that relief is on the way. It's arriving in the Fall (September or October) with the release of macOS Tahoe 26. If you want it sooner, the public beta of macOS Tahoe 26 is out now, but you'll need to be okay with some bugs and slowdowns. You might also like AOL ends dial-up: Why the goodbye to that scratchy sounds matters I've tested 14 coffee makers in the last year, and these are the top 3 automatic machines I recommend for easy brewing I swapped my alarm clock for this Philips Hue light, and I've never felt more refreshed in the morning ====================================================================== Link to news story: https://www.techradar.com/computing/mac-os/one-of-my-favorite-iphone-features- arrives-on-the-mac-with-tahoe-and-i-cant-stop-using-it --- Mystic BBS v1.12 A49 (Linux/64) * Origin: tqwNet Technology News (1337:1/100) .