On Mac Teams automatically opens iPhone Mirroring after iOS 26 update

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On Mac Teams automatically opens iPhone Mirroring after iOS 26 update

BexBlu59Q 0

Since updating my MacBook to iOS 26, every time I try to open the Microsoft Teams app it redirects me to the iPhone Mirroring app instead. I can’t seem to launch Teams directly anymore.

Has anyone else run into this problem, and is there a fix?.

My workaround is to switch to Chrome and access the browser version but I'd prefer the Desktop App worked!

Thank you.

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Dear @BexBlu59Q,

Thank you for contacting Microsoft Q&A.

According to what I’ve found, macOS 26 introduces deeper integration with iOS devices through the iPhone Mirroring feature. In some cases, this feature may mistakenly intercept app launches, especially if the same app (like Teams) is installed on both your Mac and iPhone. This can cause the system to prioritize the iPhone version via Mirroring instead of launching the native Mac app.

Here are a few steps you can follow:

Disable iPhone Mirroring on your Mac:
- Go to System Settings > Desktop & Dock
- Scroll down and turn off “Use iPhone Widget”
Disable iPhone Mirroring on your iPhone:
- Open Settings > General > AirPlay & Continuity
- Toggle off “iPhone Mirroring”
Revoke Mirroring access:
- On Mac: Open the iPhone Mirroring app > Settings > Revoke Access
- On iPhone: Go to Settings > AirPlay & Connectivity > Revoke Access
Restart both devices to apply changes.

Please understand that our initial response does not always resolve the issue immediately. However, with your help and more detailed information, we can work together to find a solution.

I hope these steps help you get Teams working properly again. If you run into any issues while trying the steps, or if something still doesn’t feel quite right, please don’t hesitate to reach out again. I’ll do my best to support you however I can.

Looking forward to hearing back from you with any updates or additional details.

Warm regards,

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Liora D 4,895 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-10-10T07:20:16.37+00:00

Hi @BexBlu59Q,

I just wanted to follow up to see how things are going with the information I shared above. I truly hope it was helpful and brought you closer to resolving the issue.

If you’ve had a chance to review it and have any updates, questions, or if you ran into any difficulties along the way, please don’t hesitate to let me know. I’m more than happy to assist further if needed.

It would be great to hear back from you!

Warm regards,

Liora.
Liora D 4,895 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-10-14T15:21:13.3533333+00:00

Hi @BexBlu59Q,

Just checking in one last time to see if you still need any assistance with this topic. I completely understand that things can get busy, so no worries at all if you haven’t had a chance to respond yet.

If the information shared earlier helped resolve your issue, feel free to click "Accept Answer" to help others with similar questions. Otherwise, I’m still here and happy to support you whenever you're ready.

If you have any other questions in the future, please don’t hesitate to create a new thread, I and other moderators are always ready to help. We truly hope you have a smooth experience with Microsoft products and wish you continued success in your work.

Best regards,

Liora.

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