Apple to add proximity pairing setup to the Mac with macOS 15.4

iPhone and iPad users are already very familiar with something called “proximity pairing.” First introduced with iOS 11, this feature lets users transfer backup and other data from one device to a new one just by placing them close together. Now it seems that Apple is finally working on adding proximity pairing setup to the Mac. Proximity pairing setup coming to the Mac Evidence seen by 9to5Mac in the iOS 18.4 code suggests that the Mac will soon gain proximity pairing, just like the iPhone and iPad. The system will guide users to scan a pairing code on the Mac screen using an iOS device. As a result, the Mac will import some of the settings (such as the Apple Account login) from the iPhone or iPad. Technically, macOS already supports proximity pairing – but it’s exclusive to Macs enrolled with MDM solutions like Apple School Manager, Apple Business Manager, or Apple Business Essentials. Currently, regular users setting up a new Mac either need to enter their Apple Account data manu ... Read full article.