Apple News Goes Live for Election 2024: Keep Tabs on Results Right on Your Lockscreen
Election night 2024 is heating up, and Apple wants to make it easier than ever to stay informed. For iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch users, Apple News will be offering real-time election updates delivered straight to your devices.
Live Activity Updates
Forget refreshing web pages every few minutes; Apple’s Live Activity feature allows you to effortlessly monitor the electoral count on your device’s lock screen.
Wondering how? Simply follow Apple News’ dedicated "Election 2024" Live Activity.
- Head to the Apple News app.
- Look for a banner labeled "Follow the 2024 election live"
If you don’t see the banner immediately, check under the "Special Coverage" section in the menu. Once enabled, you’ll receive real-time updates on key races, including:
- Presidential electoral count
- Senate election results
- House election results
Dynamic Island Integration for iPhone Users
iPhone owners with recent models featuring Dynamic Island get an extra benefit. Track election updates in the Dynamic Island, allowing you to stay informed while multitasking on your phone.
Apple’s Live Activities feature proved useful earlier this year, offering real-time caucus results. Building on that success, Apple News aims to provide comprehensive and convenient election coverage for all its users.
Stay Informed, Stay Connected
Don’t miss out on crucial election updates this year. Follow the "Follow the 2024 election live" banner in Apple News and get real-time results directly on your device.
