Stay updated on the 2024 U.S. election results directly from your iPhone's lock screen with Apple News' Live Activities. Engage with real-time updates and comprehensive coverage effortlessly.

In an innovative move, Apple News has enhanced its platform to provide live updates of the 2024 U.S. presidential election directly on the lock screens of iPhone and iPad users through its Live Activities feature. This seamless integration ensures that users can track the election results in real-time without missing a beat, no matter where they are.

Comprehensive Coverage at Your Fingertips

Apple’s latest update allows users to follow live election updates through a straightforward process. By simply tapping the “Follow Live” option under the “Top Stories” section within the Apple News app, users activate notifications that keep them informed as the polls close and results begin to pour in. This feature is available on devices running iOS 16.1 or later and iPadOS 17 or later, starting with the iPhone 14 Pro.

Election Night Reimagined

As soon as the polls close, Apple News’ Live Activities feature will start displaying real-time data on how close the candidates are to securing the 270 electoral votes needed to win. It will also show the number of congressional seats won by each party in both the Senate and the House of Representative.

A Global Experience

Although primarily available in the U.S., the feature has been spotted by users outside the United States, suggesting broader accessibility for global users interested in U.S. electoral processes.

More than Just Numbers

In addition to numerical updates, Apple News offers a comprehensive election coverage experience that includes audio versions of articles for Apple News+ subscribers and Apple One Premier members. The daily “Apple News Today” podcast provides summaries of top stories, making complex information easily digestible.

Beyond the Election

The Live Activities feature is not limited to election tracking. Apple has leveraged this tool for various events, enhancing user engagement with real-time information that matters most, directly from their lock screen.

This innovative approach by Apple not only redefines how users interact with news but also enriches the experience of staying informed about critical civic events.

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