Continuity Camera not working — can't use iPhone camera in Mac apps
Continuity Camera requires your Mac and iPhone to be on the same WiFi network and signed into the same iCloud account. The feature also needs to be enabled on both devices.
When Continuity Camera stops working, it means your Mac and iPhone lost their connection, they're on different networks, or the feature got disabled. Checking the network and enabling Continuity on both devices brings the feature back.
Risk: Low
⏱ 5–10 minutes
Beginner
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Check that your Mac and iPhone are on the same WiFi network
- ✓Have both devices signed into the same iCloud account
- ✓Keep your iPhone nearby (within 30 feet)
- ✓Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on both devices
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Expecting Continuity Camera to work over cellular — it only works on WiFi
- Being too far away from your iPhone — the devices need to be within about 30 feet
Signs you need professional help
- If both devices are on the same WiFi, Continuity is enabled, and you're using the same iCloud account but Continuity Camera still doesn't show up, get in touch.
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