iPhone Tips

Your iPhone does so much, and even more thank you think! You'll find an extensive list of information, tips and tricks to make more of your iPhone right here.

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aod on samsung, pixel and iphone
I keep this setting off for all of my phones to avoid battery drain, and you should too

AOD is pointless and you should just turn it off.

An iPhone sitting on a countertop next to a stove and under a microwave
I stopped leaving my phone in the kitchen for this one annoying reason

Try not to put it down here while you're cooking.

Hero App on iPhone
This is the most ambitious productivity app I've ever used, but it's got a big problem

The Hero app tries to replace at least five productivity apps with one. Does it succeed?

Pixel 10 Pro no case
I never use a case on my phone — these 3 rules keep it pristine

You too can carry your phone "naked" if you follow these rules.

ipad pro macbook pro and iphone 15 pro max stacked on top
This iPhone feature is why I'll never switch to Android

This Apple feature is the main reason I won't consider Android devices.

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A hand holding an iPhone showing headphone sound level as loud.
Your iPhone has a built-in sound level meter, and here's why you should use it

Exposure to loud sounds repeatedly for prolonged periods of time can damage your hearing, but iPhone has features that can help you detect it.

Rule of Thirds on Android
How to start taking better photos on your phone with this simple photography rule

Make your phone's pictures look better with one small tweak.

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Snapseed Photography App Featured Image
This free app makes it easy to take amazing photos on my phone

Why this free app is still my favorite way to edit iPhone photos

iPhone Charging
I turned off this one iPhone setting and boosted my battery life

You're not getting all the battery you paid for unless you change this.

Google Pixel 9A in hand with emergency and SOS stickers
Your phone’s emergency features can do more than call 911

Prep these features now for an emergency that hopefully never happens.

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iPhone 16 Pro Camera
3 iPhone camera features that solve everyday problems

Save time typing, measure anything, and scan to PDF.

Privacy and security settings on iPhone
I changed these 5 settings on my iPhone and I finally feel secure

Keeping privacy in your hands.

GlideX cross-device operation screen on macOS with iPhone connected alongside
I stopped using AirDrop — this alternative is faster and never fails

I ditched AirDrop for something more reliable.

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Signal on Google Pixel 10 Pro
5 easy ways to boost your phone signal (without moving around)

When the bars vanish, these tricks step in.

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iPhone Focus Modes Shown on top of iPad
This default iPhone feature can do so much more once you customize it

Don't leave this great feature on the bland default settings.

LiDAR example on an iPhone 17 Pro Max.
I just learned my phone has a sensor that’s way more powerful than I thought

Unveiling the untapped potential of LiDAR technology in your pocket.

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iPhone mirroring on MacBook Air
I use these hidden iPhone codes to reveal tools Apple never shows

Unlock hidden iPhone features with secret dialer codes that reveal tools, settings, and diagnostics Apple never shows in the menus.

iPhone 16 Pro in a man's hand showing the Camera Control UI in Camera App
Your iPhone’s camera is secretly better when you disable this setting

The default iPhone camera setting you should probably disable right now.

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Battery settings menu on Android and iPhone
This one part of your phone drains the most battery — and you’re using it wrong

Here’s a battery tip that doesn’t affect performance.

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Empty Apple boxes sitting on a couch in a living room.
You should never toss your MacBook and iPad boxes — try these brilliant ideas instead

Unleash your creativity and give new life to your old Apple packaging.

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