Apple iPhone Hacks

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1. Hidden Features in the Control Center

  • Customize Control Center: Go to Settings > Control Center and add useful shortcuts like Screen Recording, Alarm, and more.
  • Quick Notes: Add the Notes shortcut to quickly jot down ideas from the Control Center.

2. Enhancing Privacy and Security

  • Hidden Photos: Hide sensitive photos by selecting them, tapping the Share icon, and choosing “Hide.” They will move to the Hidden album.
  • App Lock with Guided Access: Lock your iPhone to a single app by enabling Guided Access in Settings > Accessibility > Guided Access.

3. Optimizing Battery Life

  • Optimized Battery Charging: Enable this feature in Settings > Battery > Battery Health & Charging to slow battery aging.
  • Low Power Mode: Activate Low Power Mode from Control Center to save battery when it’s running low.

4. Advanced Camera Tricks

  • Volume Button Shutter: Use the volume buttons to take photos for better stability.
  • AE/AF Lock: Tap and hold on the camera screen to lock exposure and focus for better photo control.
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5. Hidden iOS Features

  • Back Tap: Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap to assign actions to double or triple taps on the back of your iPhone.
  • One-Handed Keyboard: Hold down the emoji or globe icon on the keyboard and select one-handed typing mode.

6. Message Hacks

  • Effects in iMessage: Send messages with screen and bubble effects by holding down the send button.
  • Pin Conversations: Pin important conversations to the top of the Messages app by swiping right on the conversation and tapping the pin icon.

7. Siri Shortcuts and Automation

  • Custom Siri Shortcuts: Create custom Siri commands for specific actions in the Shortcuts app.
  • Automation: Set up automation in the Shortcuts app for tasks like turning on Do Not Disturb at bedtime.
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8. Productivity Tips

  • Text Replacement: Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement to create shortcuts for frequently used phrases.
  • Quick Access to Search: Swipe down on the home screen to access Spotlight Search quickly.

9. Accessibility Features for Everyone

  • AssistiveTouch: Enable AssistiveTouch in Settings > Accessibility > Touch to get a floating home button for various shortcuts.
  • Speak Screen: Swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen to have content read aloud.

10. Managing Notifications

  • Deliver Quietly: Swipe left on a notification, tap Manage, and select Deliver Quietly to send notifications directly to the Notification Center.
  • Scheduled Summary: Use the Scheduled Summary feature in Settings > Notifications to get a summary of non-urgent notifications at specific times.

11. Safari Tips

  • Reader Mode: Tap the AA icon in Safari’s address bar to enable Reader Mode, which strips away ads and clutter for a better reading experience.
  • Private Browsing: Open a new private tab in Safari by tapping the Tabs icon and selecting Private.

12. Enhanced Use of Widgets

  • Smart Stacks: Add a Smart Stack of widgets to your home screen that automatically shows relevant widgets throughout the day.
  • Custom Widget Layouts: Customize the size and arrangement of widgets to suit your needs.

13. Using the Files App

  • Cloud Storage Integration: Access and manage files from various cloud services like iCloud, Google Drive, and Dropbox in the Files app.
  • Document Scanner: Use the Files app to scan documents by tapping the three dots icon and selecting Scan Documents.

14. Apple Pay and Wallet Hacks

  • Express Transit Mode: Enable Express Transit Mode in Wallet for quick access to transit cards without Face ID or Touch ID.
  • Store Digital Copies of Documents: Use the Wallet app to store digital copies of your ID, boarding passes, and more.

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