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I don't think iPhone Mirroring requires both devices being on the same (or in fact any) Wi-Fi network. It does however require them to be signed in to the same

by lxgr 2y ago

I don't think iPhone Mirroring requires both devices being on the same (or in fact any) Wi-Fi network. It does however require them to be signed in to the same iCloud account.

dml2135 2y ago
I’ve noticed this as well, but actually not sure how the feature works if not over the LAN. Is it bluetooth? Or synced over icloud?
- happyopossum 2y ago
  It's direct peer-to-peer wifi
- floam 2y ago
  Google "awdl"
unsnap_biceps 2y ago
Pairing requires bluetooth, streaming requires WiFi, https://support.apple.com/en-us/120421 https://support.apple.com/en-us/120421 Under iPhone Mirroring system requirements Your iPhone and Mac are signed in to the same Apple Account using two-factor authentication. Your iPhone and Mac have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on. Your iPhone is not sharing its cellular connection (Personal Hotspot is not in use). Your Mac is not sharing its internet connection or using AirPlay or Sidecar.
- lxgr 2y ago
  Wi-Fi needs to be turned on, but the connected network is irrelevant, similar to AirDrop.
  - illiac786 2y ago
    Interesting that it works no matter the WiFi. But it’s still not tethering. Lots of people who are entitled to a corporate smartphone also have a single phone with two sims for work/personal, because of the same reasons: cheaper, more convenient, large data plans on corporate device. These devices are MDM enrolled and the company will at least check what apps are installed.