The iPhone XR remains a very popular smartphone and there are still many users who swear by this model. if you are one of them then here are some tips and tricks that you can check out if you want to master how to use the iPhone XR at ease. We offer 6 of our favourites (plus some bonus tips to follow).
To Access the Home Page, Swipe Up
The iPhone XR has no home button. So, how do you access the home page? You only need to swipe up from the bottom part of the screen, and you’ll have access to the home page. Swiping up also enables you to unlock the device.
Open the Notification Centre
You should swipe down from the notch area if you want to have access to the Notification Centre. From there, you’ll have access to all your notifications.
Authorise Payments Using Apple Pay
You can issue payments using Apple Pay. The Slide button is to be pressed twice, and it is located on the phone’s right-hand side. You will then hold your phone up and scan using your Face ID.
Take a Screenshot
The iPhone XR does not have a home button. So, if you want to take a screenshot, how do you go about it? You should press the lower volume button and the side button simultaneously.
Rebooting the iPhone XR
You should hold one of the volume buttons and the side button simultaneously till the phone reboots.
Having Access to Notifications on Lock Screen
The iPhone XR uses the iOS 12. Using this operating system, you can access notifications even from the lock screen. You should swipe left on the notifications that have appeared and manage everything. You can decide to turn off the notifications that come from specific apps. If you choose the Deliver Quietly option while on lock screen mode, the notifications won’t appear. Also, the phone won’t produce any sound.
Bonus Tips
Other tips and tricks that you should know about include:
If Face ID Fails Once, You Should Swipe Up
Face ID does not pose any issues at any given moment. There are instances whereby you may fail to get it right. In such instances, there is no need to key in a passcode. You should swipe up, and you’ll get it right on the next try.
Access to a Fast Charging Set Up
The iPhone XR has a 5W charger. If you use your phone regularly, you need to have access to a fast charger, and you should ensure it is compatible with the iPhone XR. For those who have an iPad, you can use the 12W charger to charge the iPhone XR. There is also an Apple charging brick, and it has a 30W capacity.
Shortcuts Enable you to Automate Tasks
The iPhone XR is smart, and you can create some shortcuts to automate some of the repetitive tasks. The shortcuts app makes all this possible. Using shortcuts, it will be possible to automate the process of sending a message, or you can even peruse through some of the latest headlines using a single command.
Tap to Wake
If you want the iPhone XR to wake up, you should tap it. By doing so, you’ll have easy access to the notifications, and there is no need to using the side button.
The App Switcher Can be Accessed Fast
Start by swiping up from the Home Bar, and you should hold onto it for some time. The only issue is that the process is time-consuming. Alternatively, you can swipe from the left edge and focus on the upwards direction. You should swipe at a 45-degree angle. When you try this, you’ll have access to the App Switcher.
Open Control Centre
You should swipe down from the right edge, and you’ll have access to the Control Centre. The area can be customized, and you should ensure there is access to extra controls for Accessibility Controls and TV Remote, among others.
Switching Between Recent Apps
This is a gesture that allows you to switch from one app to the next seamlessly. You should swipe right on each app, and you’ll have access to the app that was being used previously. You can swipe again if you want to go further.
Use Siri
If you want to use Siri, you should press the side button and hold onto it. You can also take advantage of the Hey Siri functionality if you don’t want to use the side button regularly.
Doing a Hard Reset
A hard reset can also be referred to as an advanced reboot, and no data will be wiped from your phone. You should press both volume buttons and ensure you’ve also held the side button, and you’ll eventually get to see the Apple logo.
Taking a Depth Effect Smile
With the iPhone XR, you have access to the TrueDepth camera sensor. As you take a selfie, it will have a depth effect. You can also try out the Portrait mode.
Use a Two Pane Landscape View
With the iPhone XR, you have access to the landscape view similar to the iPhone XS Max. When accessing certain apps, including Mail, when you turn the phone, you’ll have a two-pane view, and you’ll have a similar experience to when you’re using an iPad.
Setting Up Another Face ID Face
You might want your spouse or any other party to have access to your phone. Well, you can easily add a second face to the Face ID feature. Go to settings and access the Face ID and passcode feature. You’ll then access the alternative appearance option. You will then follow through with the prompts that will follow.
How to Edit the Depth Effect on a Portrait Shot
The iPhone XR has only one camera, which does not mean it’s not capable of taking portrait photos. Considering the depth feature is not always the best, you should be in a position to edit the photo. In the photo view, you can go ahead and edit the photo. To alter the depth effect intensity, you should make use of the slider present at the bottom.
Shooting RAW Images
The default iPhone XR camera is easy to use. You can manually control everything, including focus, exposure, shutter speed, among others. Some of the third-party apps you can use include Halide, and you’ll have access to the pro mode when you express an interest in shooting RAW images.
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