Insider Seamless phone integration from Start menu gets even better for Windows 11 Insiders



 Windows Blogs:

Hello Windows Insiders,

Last year, we previewed the ability for existing Android connected users to access their Android device from the Start menu. We are excited to now bring you more improvements:
  1. Easy set up for new users: Brand new users can now connect their Android or iPhone device to their PC from the Start menu.
  2. Connected iPhone users can now access features from the Start menu.
  3. Both Android and iPhone connected users can now share files across devices directly from the Start menu.

New users: Connect your Android or iPhone device​

To get started, open the Start menu and select the device type (Android or iPhone) from the right-side pane. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your device with the PC and start accessing your phone from the Start Menu in no time.


Connect your phone to Windows PC from the Start menu.
Connect your phone to Windows PC from the Start menu.

Accessing iPhone experiences in Start menu​

Connected iPhone users can now access their phone features directly from the Start menu. This seamless integration allows iPhone users to enjoy the same benefits as Android users, including ability to view phone’s battery status and connectivity, ability to access messages and calls, and keeping track of the latest activities, all conveniently integrated into the Start menu.


Access your iPhone from Start menu.
Access your iPhone from Start menu.

Share Files between your Android or iPhone device and Windows PC from the Start menu​

We previewed the ability to share files between your devices in December. Now, you can easily send files across your devices (Android/iPhone and Windows PC) right from the Start menu. Select “Send files” to begin transferring.


Send files from your PC to phone from the Start menu.
Send files from your PC to phone from the Start menu.

Figure 3. Send files from your PC to phone from the Start menu.


These features are gradually rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels. They can be managed via Settings > Personalization > Start (support link).


Requirements:
  • Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4805 and higher in Beta Channel and 26120.3000 and higher in Dev channel.
  • Phone Link version 1.24121.30.0 or higher.
  • Your PC must be signed in with a Microsoft account and must have Bluetooth LE capability.
  • Not supported for PCs running Pro Education or Education SKUs.
FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Phone Link.

Give it a try and let us know your feedback and suggestions. You can also join the conversation on our Windows Insider community forums and social media channels.

Thanks,
Windows Insider Program & Connected Experiences Teams


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Still not available in Canary builds though.
And the vivetool codes do not work. :confused:
 

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It first showed in build 22635.3790.
 

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