AirDrop for Windows is finally here — Microsoft announces new way to easily share files between your iPhone and PC

Microsoft Phone Link app being used to sync with iPhone — (Image credit: Microsoft)

With Apple bringing a host of new updates with iOS 18.2, there's another feature coming to iPhone courtesy of Microsoft — and it will be of huge help to those with a Windows PC.

Microsoft is rolling out a new Phone Link feature that lets you easily share files between your iPhone and Windows PC wirelessly. It works similarly to Apple's AirDrop, which only shares files between Apple devices. Now, you don't have to own a MacBook to wirelessly share files between your iPhone and PC.

iOS 17 AirDrop sharing large files — AirDrop on iPhone sharing large files (Image credit: Apple)

Phone Link isn't anything new, as it's a Windows app that allows users to sync their smartphones, whether it be iOS or Android, to their PC. As per its features, it can let you read and reply to texts on your PC, take phone calls, and display notifications. Now, it will also be able to "seamlessly" share files.

While there's no word on when the app will come to more Windows 11 and 10 users, you can check it out by registering for the Windows Insider program.

Apple's AirDrop feature is a boon for those who constantly share files between their Apple products, but those with an iPhone and a Windows PC will soon be able to have the same perks.

There are even more helpful features coming to iPhones, with iOS 18.2 including a host of Apple Intelligence features worth trying out.

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