How to use Continuity to make your Apple devices work better together

Apple's latest operating system updates are expanding Continuity, the feature that seamlessly connects Apple devices. Now, it does more than simply allow handoffs between devices. With Continuity, Siri's conversations and live Mac content can be shared across compatible devices.

One of the major new features is Spatial Preview. This enables Mac applications to transmit live documents and even 3D content to Apple's Vision Pro headset. The key benefit here is that it maintains the context of what the user was working on, even as they transition between devices and screens.

Another significant addition is Siri's ability to synchronize conversation history across all your personal Apple devices. This means you can continue a conversation on your iPhone where you left off on your Mac, or vice versa, without losing any context.

The new Continuity system is no longer limited to just transferring web pages, calls, or clipboard items. It can now decide which of your trusted devices can provide an activity, display, camera, connection, credential, or piece of personal context. This decision is made based on your Apple Account, your proximity to the device, and the authentication process.

An Apple ID serves as the foundation for this system, determining who gets access to these features. Proximity and authentication then come into play, deciding which of your Apple devices can participate in this seamless ecosystem.