We recommend an interesting selection of the most exciting and fun features of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16.
Electronics iPhone there iPad from Apple are packed with all sorts of functions, features and configuration options that perfectly complement the user experience of their software, in this case iOS 16 and iPadOS 16.
While it is true that most users are familiar with the features of iPadOS 16 and the most important new features of iOS 16, it is also true that it is practically impossible to discover all the features available in the operating systems iPhones and iPads.
There are hidden or secret functions in the operating system which are really useful on countless occasions. Got a new iPad? Are you planning to buy an iPhone this Christmas? So don’t miss these great iOS and iPadOS features.
9 Amazing Features for iPhone and iPad
It’s hard to pick a definitive list with all the coolest tricks and features. If some users use some features more, others will be used to others, it all depends on individual needs. Plus, as we said, there are so many features on iPhone and iPad that it’s hard to narrow down to a few.
Send messages with special effects
Apple Messages app
There’s a big emotional difference between sending a plain text message and doing it with animated effects. And this is also one of the main differences between the iOS and iPadOS Messages app and the hugely popular WhatsApp Messenger app.
If you regularly use the Messages app on your iPhone or iPad, we recommend using Messages with special effects. you can send a message with bubble effect or background effect. These animations show balloons, vibrations, confetti, spotlights, and other effects that liven up the messaging experience.
Using the Messages chat effects is very simple. Just hold your finger on the send button and choose your favorite effect!
Ask Siri where you parked your car
Did you know that Siri knows exactly where you parked your car? It’s a really handy feature, and it’s as easy to use as saying a voice command to Siri.
You can enable this useful feature from Settings > Maps > Show parked car. Of course, always keeping in mind that the location system must be activated.
Slide the iPhone keyboard to the side
Keyboard on the side of your iPhone
Writing with the iPhone in hand while walking down the street or driving – be careful, never do it with the vehicle running – is quite complicated. Especially on devices like the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which have a much bigger screen.
Luckily, there is a feature in iOS that allows iPhone users to swipe or swipe their phone’s virtual keyboard left or right by holding their finger on the emoji button. A perfect function for writing with one hand.
However, if you are not convinced by this function… you can always enlarge the iPhone keyboard from Settings > Display & Brightness.
Use the floating iPad keyboard
Floating keyboard for iPad
In the same way that we can slide the iPhone keyboard to the side, we can also access a similar function in iPadOS 16. Because typing on an iPad is not easy either, especially if you are holding a iPad Pro in the air.
In these situations, Apple provides its users with a floating keyboard (mini) which is activated by holding your finger down on the keyboard hide button in the lower right corner or by “pinching” on the keyboard with two fingers. To exit floating keyboard mode, simply “pinch” or zoom with two fingers on the keyboard. It’s easy!
Measure any object (or person) with Measurements
It is true that technically we are not talking about a function of the operating system. But the Measurements app can be very useful on countless occasions.
Application Measurements It will even allow you to measure a person’s height. But also a table, a device, a table… In addition, the application is completely free, what more could you ask for?
Use wallpaper for Safari
Apple not only provides the ability to customize the iOS 16 lock screen, but also provides the ability to change the wallpaper of apps like Safari on iPhone and iPad.
This wallpaper can be customized with any image from your Photos albums and appears when you open Safari or when you open a new tab. Oddly, this option is not configured from the settings, but rather directly from Safari by pressing the “Edit” button
Take advantage of your iPhone’s flash to see your notifications
Flash on iPhone Notifications
iPhone users who want to make their notifications more relevant have the option of using their smartphone’s camera LED flash whenever a notification is received.
You can enable this feature from Settings > Accessibility > Audio/Visual > Flashing LED Warnings.
Relax with background sounds
Background sounds on an iPad
Apple has not only implemented the background audio feature in macOS, it has been present in the iPhone and iPad as well, and has been for quite some time. The truth is that it is a real jewel of function! A must have for any user who needs to wind down and relax with ambient nature sounds or white noise.
You can enable background sounds on your iPhone and iPad from Settings > Accessibility > Audio/Visual > Background Sound. There are rain sounds, ocean sounds, stream sounds, white noise sounds, pink noise sounds and brown noise sounds.
Share moments with real-time collaboration
Notes real-time collaboration.
Apple recently extended the real-time collaboration benefits of Notes to other apps like Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. This is a very useful feature that allows iPhone and iPad users to share and collaborate on content in real time with friends and family.
It’s especially useful and fun to use real-time collaboration to share shopping lists, restaurant suggestions, work projects, and more. Without a doubt, a highly recommended feature.
So far the more interesting functions to use on iPhone and iPad with iOS 16 and iPadOS 16. But there are many more!, and if not, take a look at this selection of Messages functions that you should use every day.
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