iPhone Guide: Must‑Know Tips & Tricks

If you own an iPhone, you probably wonder how to squeeze more juice out of it and use the hidden features that Apple hides in plain sight. You don’t need to be a tech wizard – a few simple tweaks can make your phone last longer, run faster, and feel more personal. Below are the most useful tips you can start using right now.

Battery Hacks to Extend Your Day

Battery life is the first thing most iPhone users complain about. Here are 15 quick hacks that actually work:

• Turn off Background App Refresh for apps you rarely use (Settings → General → Background App Refresh).
• Enable Low Power Mode when the battery drops below 20% (Settings → Battery).
• Set Auto‑Lock to 30 seconds or 1 minute so the screen isn’t on longer than needed.
• Reduce Screen Brightness manually or use Auto‑Brightness.
• Disable Location Services for apps that don’t need it (Settings → Privacy → Location Services).
• Switch off Hey Siri if you don’t use it (Settings → Siri & Search).
• Use Wi‑Fi instead of cellular when you’re at home or work.
• Turn off Push Email and fetch data manually (Mail → Accounts → Fetch New Data).
• Remove unused widgets from the Today View.
• Enable Optimized Battery Charging (Settings → Battery → Battery Health) to reduce aging.
• Keep your iOS updated – newer versions often improve power management.
• Close apps that actually drain battery; a quick double‑tap and swipe up works.
• Reduce motion effects (Settings → Accessibility → Motion → Reduce Motion).
• Turn off Dynamic Wallpapers; static images use less power.
• Use a dark theme if your iPhone has an OLED screen – it saves energy.

Apply the ones that make sense for you and notice the difference in a day or two.

Everyday iPhone Tricks You’ll Love

Beyond battery, there are dozens of hidden tricks that make daily use smoother:

• Quickly access the camera from the lock screen by swiping left – perfect for last‑minute selfies.
• Press and hold the back of the phone (if you have iPhone 8 + ) to trigger Back Tap shortcuts (Settings → Accessibility → Touch).
• Use Siri Shortcuts to automate tasks like sending your ETA or turning on Do Not Disturb when you arrive at work.
• Enable Hidden Trackpad by holding the space bar on the keyboard – makes editing text a breeze.
• Tap the status bar (time, battery, etc.) to scroll to the top of any page.
• Swipe down on the home screen to reveal Spotlight Search – faster than opening the app drawer.
• Take a screenshot with the AssistiveTouch button if the side buttons are hard to press (Settings → Accessibility → Touch).
• Hide your email address when signing up for apps – use Apple ID ‘Hide My Email’ feature.
• Use Night Shift or True Tone to reduce eye strain in low light (Settings → Display & Brightness).
• Set up Emergency SOS by pressing the side button five times – great for safety.
• Activate Live Text on photos to copy text instantly (iOS 15+).
• Use Focus Modes to filter notifications for work, personal time, or sleep.
• Long‑press the AirDrop icon to share files with specific contacts only.
• Tap Back in Safari to close a tab instead of the whole app – a handy gesture.
• Find a lost iPhone using the Find My app – you can also play a sound to locate it.

These tips cost no money and take seconds to set up. Try a few each week and you’ll feel your iPhone working smarter for you.

Remember, the best iPhone experience comes from customizing the device to match how you live. Keep exploring, keep tweaking, and enjoy a phone that feels truly yours.