Snap and Refocus: A New Way to Capture Memories
Whether you’re capturing the beauty of the Rockies or snapping a selfie with your pet beaver, the iPhone 15 lets you change the focus after taking a photo. Spot the little ƒ icon, and you can adjust the background blur or choose a new focal point post-snap. This feature isn’t just for people and pets; tap any object before taking a picture to apply the same depth magic.
Keep an Eye on Your Battery Life, Eh?
Miss seeing the exact battery percentage on your iPhone? Fret not! Dive into Settings, hit Battery, and toggle on Battery Percentage. Now, whether you’re out enjoying a hockey game or stuck in a snowstorm, you’ll know precisely when to recharge.
Smart Charging for Longer Battery Life
Preserve your iPhone’s battery health by exploring the Battery Health & Charging settings. Choose between Optimized Battery Charging and an 80% Limit to prevent your battery from aging too quickly. It’s like putting winter tires on your car; a little preparation goes a long way!
Protect Your Ears from Unexpected Blasts
To avoid a sudden blast of The Tragically Hip at full volume, set a decibel limit for headphone audio. Navigate to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Headphone Safety and enable Reduce Loud Audio. Now you can rock out without risking your hearing.
Feel Every Keystroke with Haptic Feedback
For a more tactile typing experience, turn on the haptic keyboard. It’s a subtle touch that makes typing as satisfying as crunching through fresh snow. Find it under Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Keyboard Feedback.
Personalize Your Ringtone and Alert Tones
Customize your iPhone’s sounds to make it uniquely yours, like adding your personal touch to a bowl of poutine. The latest iOS 17.2 update even lets you change the Default Alerts for app notifications. Find these options in the Sound & Haptics menu.
Recognize Your Furry Friends in Photos
With iOS 17, your Photos app now smartly identifies and categorizes your pets. Just tag them in a few photos, and soon you’ll have a dedicated album faster than you can say “double-double.”
Explore Your World with Visual Look Up
Unleash the power of Visual Look Up to gain insights into everything from wildlife to landmarks. It’s like having a knowledgeable guide on your nature walks, always ready to share fascinating facts.
Turn Your iPhone into a Mac Webcam
Elevate your video calls by using your iPhone as a webcam for your Mac. It’s a game-changer that’ll make your online presence as impressive as the Northern Lights. Ensure Continuity Camera is enabled in Settings > General > AirPlay & Handoff.
Sync Your Text Messages with Your Mac
Keep your conversations flowing seamlessly between your iPhone and Mac by setting up text message forwarding. It’s like having your own personal CN Tower, bridging the gap between your devices. Check the settings on both your iPhone and Mac to ensure everything is in sync.
Embrace these tips to enhance your iPhone 15 and iOS 17 experience, and you’ll be navigating your device like a true Canadian tech-savvy pro!
