Owning an iPhone is like having a personal assistant in your pocket. Most people only scratch the surface of what their iPhone can do, but there are a lot of hidden features and tricks that can make your life a lot easier. Here are some iPhone tips and tricks you never knew existed.
Checking a Levelled Surface
If you need to check if a surface is a level, there’s no need to break out the bubble level. Just open up the Compass app and swipe left. The level will appear on your screen, and you can use it to ensure everything is straight.
When you’re done, swipe right to go back to the compass. This is a great little trick to have in your arsenal for when you’re hanging pictures or shelves.
Record Videos when Music Is Playing
If you want to record a video but don’t want the sound of your surroundings captured, you can use your headphones as a microphone. Just plug in your headphones, start playing music from your iPhone, and then start recording your video.
The music will play as normal, but the microphone on your headphones will be used to record the video, so the sound from your surroundings won’t be captured. As you do this, keep the music volume low, so it doesn’t interfere with the recording.
Get Directions without Opening Maps
If you’re looking for directions but don’t want to open up the Maps app, there’s a quicker way. Ask Siri for recommendations, and she’ll bring up the route in the Maps app. This is a great way to get quick directions without launching the Maps app.
If you want Siri to read the directions to you, ask her, and she’ll start giving you turn-by-turn directions. This is a great hands-free way to get around town.
Finding Your Parked Car
If you have trouble remembering where you parked your car, your iPhone can help. Open the Maps app and drop a pin at your car’s location. When you’re ready to find your car, open up the Maps app, and the pin will show you exactly where it is. This is a great way to ensure you never lose your car in a crowded parking lot again.
These are just a few of the many hidden iPhone tips and tricks to make your life easier. Just remember to keep exploring, and you’ll be sure to find even more.
