iPhone 16 / 16 Plus - TIPS, TRICKS & HIDDEN FEATURES!! + iOS 18

Summary

The video introduces exciting new features of the iPhone 16, including a customizable camera control button with advanced gestures for photography and video, and the action button for quick access to apps or functions. The device also supports high-resolution 48MP photos, customizable photo styles, and a new macro lens for detailed close-ups. iOS 18 adds enhanced customization for app icons, themes, and shortcuts, along with new controls like eye-tracking and voice commands. Additionally, the video highlights MagSafe accessories for charging and power management, enhancing the iPhone experience further.

Takeaways

• 📸 The iPhone 16 introduces a new camera control button with multiple functions like opening the camera, taking photos, and recording videos based on different press levels.
• 🔍 Light presses of the button bring up zoom controls and depth of field adjustments for portrait shots, giving users more control over their camera settings.
• 🎛️ Users can customize the camera control button's sensitivity and response time through settings, allowing them to adjust how the button reacts to light or firm presses.
• 🎥 The iPhone 16 supports switching between 12 and 48 megapixels for high-resolution photography, and a new macro mode for detailed close-up shots.
• 🎨 Customizable photo styles with adjustable color, brightness, and intensity sliders are available, enhancing the creativity of iPhone photography.
• 🖼️ Home screen customization is more advanced with options to switch between light, dark, or tinted themes, change app icon sizes, and remove text labels.
• 🔒 New privacy features allow users to lock individual apps using Face ID, hide apps, and place them in a locked folder within the app library.
• 🌐 In Safari, a new feature allows users to hide distracting elements from web pages for a more focused reading experience.
• 🔧 The iPhone 16’s action button can be customized to launch apps, adjust orientation lock, and perform other shortcuts for greater functionality.
• 👁️ Users can control their iPhone using eye tracking or voice control, both found in accessibility settings, providing hands-free operation options.

Q & A

What is the new feature called on the iPhone 16 that controls camera functions?

The new feature is called the 'Camera Control' button.

What happens when you give the Camera Control button a hard press?

A hard press on the Camera Control button instantly opens the camera, and pressing it again will snap a picture. Pressing and holding it will start recording a video.

How can you zoom in and out using the Camera Control button?

Lightly pressing the button once brings up the zoom control. Swiping your finger across the button acts like a trackpad—swipe right to zoom out and left to zoom in.

What camera settings can you access by lightly pressing the Camera Control button twice?

Lightly pressing the Camera Control button twice opens additional camera controls, such as the depth-of-field effect for adjusting background blur, exposure control, and the ability to switch between different camera lenses.

How can you customize the Camera Control button's sensitivity?

You can customize the button's sensitivity by going to *Settings > Accessibility > Camera Control* and selecting whether you want it to respond to a lighter or firmer press.

What are some of the new features in the iPhone 16's camera settings?

The iPhone 16 has new features like a 48-megapixel maximum resolution, a macro mode for detailed close-ups, and customizable styles for photos.

How can you switch between 12-megapixel and 48-megapixel photo modes?

Go to *Settings > Camera > Formats* and enable 'Resolution Control.' This will allow you to switch between 12 and 48 megapixels by tapping the resolution icon in the camera interface.

What is the function of the new 'Action Button' on the iPhone 16?

The Action Button can be customized to perform various functions, such as opening the camera, launching apps, activating shortcuts, or controlling the screen's rotation lock.

How can you lock and hide apps using Face ID on the iPhone 16?

Press and hold down on any app, choose to require Face ID, and then select 'Hide App' to move it to a hidden folder in the app library, making it accessible only after unlocking with Face ID.

What is the new 'Eye Tracking' feature on the iPhone 16?

The 'Eye Tracking' feature, found in the Control Center, allows you to control your phone using only your eyes by tracking your gaze and responding to specific movements.

What changes can be made to the home screen icons on the iPhone 16?

You can change home screen icons to different sizes, remove text labels, switch between light and dark themes, and use the new 'Tinted' option to change the colors of all icons and widgets.

What are some new messaging features in iOS 18 for iPhone 16?

New messaging features include RCS messaging for chatting with Android users, animated text effects, and the ability to react to messages and send stickers.

How does the new Control Panel work in iOS 18?

The Control Panel now has customizable pages, allowing users to add, resize, and reorder controls. Users can also create shortcuts for frequently used apps directly from the Control Center.

How can the iPhone 16's Action Button be used for shortcuts?

You can customize the Action Button in *Settings > Action Button > Shortcuts* to perform specific actions, like rotating the screen orientation, launching an app, or performing a custom shortcut.