At the gates of a large update, because iOS 19 aims to be, the truth is that iOS 18 can still give a lot. This is why we have collected six tips so that you can Press its features to the maximum On your iPhone.
Actually, Regardless of the iPhone model you haveSince we have thought about the universal functions that arrive at both the iPhone XR and the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Of course, read until the end, because if you have a recent model, we will tell you what our two favorite functions of Apple Intelligence are.
1- Put the quick adjustments you want
Traditionally, on the iPhone locking screen, we could not quickly access the flashlight and the camera. However, with iOS 18, it is possible Modify default controls for others. Just keep the locking screen, click on Personalizeeliminate controls and give + To add the ones you want.
2- Customize the control center
Very thread of the above, the iPhone control center has completely changed in iOS 18. Not only of aesthetics, but you can also Move the icons order and place the ones you want. To do this, you must hold part of the control center in which there are no icons and slide those that are eliminated, adding more …
It should be noted that the best function of this new control center, at least in our opinion, is that you can now have Several sections With different checks. Navigating them will be as easy as sliding down.
3- Take advantage of the new “password” application
Although this is not the most complete application, Apple's “passwords” bring the right thing to be The best manager to have your protected accounts and be able to access it. In addition to storage of keys to your email, applications or Wi-Fi, it also includes double-factor authentication codes and access keys.
This application is also synchronized with the system, so that You can quickly access passwords when you connectIn addition to receiving random password recommendations when you generate a new one.
4- Adapt the “Photos” application to your taste
The update of iOS 18 brings a drama, because the “photos” application of Apple changes completely. However, there are several adjustments to make it more comfortable to use. The main one is that in the lower part Pressing Personalize and reorganize.
In this panel, you can choose not only the type of content you want to see in the application, but also choose the order in which they leave. Of course, in one of the cases, the panel of all the photos will remain at the top of the application.
Password and biometry applications at 5 blocks
It doesn't matter if the application has brought it or not in your adjustments. iOS 18 allows Protest To prevent someone who takes your iPhone from accessing it without authorization. The password will be the same as the iPhone security code, although it only asks you if you do not recognize your face or footprint.
To do this, you must maintain the application icon and select the option of Require a face / tactile identity document then confirm the action. In this way, when you access it, you will have to identify or block access.
6- Cache applications you don't want you to see
As a function attached to the previous one, it is also possible to hide iPhone applications in a Invisible application of the application library. The steps to follow are identical to the protection of passwords, only in this case, you must choose the option of Hide and require an identity document.
These applications They will stop being visible on the home screen and in the search engine. To access it, you need to access the application library, play in the hidden folder and identify your face or footprint.
Bonus track if tiennes apple intelligence
If you have an iPhone 15 Pro or any model from the iPhone 16 series (including the iPhone 16th), you can use Apple Intelligence in Spanish. And from all the functions added, there are two that we highly recommend:
- Summary of notifications: It is activated in Parameters > Notifications And this is the ideal function to summarize any notification, from emails to porrón messages awaiting group cats.
- Siri with Chatgpt: the most advanced requests to Siri and that the assistant is unable to respond to the Chatgpt consultation, but always with your permission. If you want to reduce friction and not ask yourself continuously if you want to access, it is advisable to go to Parameters > Apple Intelligence Y Siri > Cat and deactivate the box Confirm Petitions to Chatgpt.
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