iPhones are known for their customization options, but many users only scratch the surface. With iOS 17 on the latest iPhone 16 series, you will have even more ways to personalize your device.
From enhancing battery life to boosting security, these 10 settings will optimize your iPhone and make it truly yours.
1. Limit location tracking
Prevent apps from tracking your precise location by turning off "Precise Location" in Settings > Privacy > Location Services.
2. Get Real-Time Voicemail Transcriptions
With iOS 17, you can use read-time voicemails as they are being left.
Enable this under Settings > Phone > Live Voicemail.
3. Bring Back Full-Screen Call Alerts
Prefer full-screen incoming calls? Switch to this option in Settings > Phone > Incoming Calls.
4. Turn Off 5G for battery life
You can save your iPhone's battery by turning off the 5G on your device. All you need to do is to go to Settings > Cellular > Voice & Data > LTE.
5. Control 5G data usage
Choose your preferred data usage for 5G by going to Settings > Cellular > Data Mode.
This option further includes Low Data Mode and Standard.
6. Stop Apps from cluttering your home screen
You could prevent newly downloaded apps from appearing on the home screen by going to Settings > Home Screen > App Library Only.
7. Unlock with Face ID while wearing a mask
Unlock your iPhone while wearing a mask with Face ID by enabling Settings > Face ID & Passcode.
8. Adjust Text Size for better visibility
Make text easier to read by adjusting the font size in Settings > Display & Brightness > Text Size.
9. Disable HDR video recording
Turn off the HDR video recording mode if you prefer standard video quality.
Find this in Settings > Camera > Record Video.
10. Customize your wallpaper
Make your home screen more personalized with dynamic wallpapers. All you need to do is to go to Settings > Wallpaper > Choose a New Wallpaper.
11. Enable Dark Mode for battery savings
Save battery life by enabling Dark Mode in Settings > Display & Brightness.
12. Disable auto-brightness for longer battery life
You can take control of your screen brightness by turning off the Auto-Brightness. All you need to do is to click on Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size.
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