7 Hidden iPhone Settings for Better Usability

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Summary

Learn about 7 useful yet hidden iPhone settings designed to improve concentration, save battery, and enhance usage comfort. Includes an automation tip for optimal system performance.

Highlights

Reader Mode in Safari
00:10

Activate Reader Mode in Safari to clean websites of ads and distractions for a more focused reading experience. Option to set Reader Mode to activate automatically on certain websites.

Privacy Control: Hiding Apps with Face ID
02:05

Block or hide apps on the home screen using Face ID for added privacy. Hidden apps can be accessed through a secure folder.

Back Tap Shortcut
04:15

Enable Back Tap in the accessibility settings to perform actions such as lowering volume or toggling the flashlight with double or triple taps.

Sound Recognition
06:30

Use Sound Recognition to get notified when specific sounds such as doorbells or alarms are detected. Note that it could increase battery consumption.

Custom Text Shortcuts
08:45

Create text shortcuts to quickly type phrases or fill in information like emails, saving time and effort in typing.

Keyboard Trackpad
10:20

Use the space bar on the keyboard as a trackpad for precise cursor movement in any text field.

Wi-Fi QR Code Generation
12:30

Generate a QR code to easily share your Wi-Fi connection with visitors without revealing your password.

Battery Automation
14:10

Set up automation in the Shortcuts app to enable low power mode automatically when battery falls below a certain level, and disable it when it surpasses a threshold.

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