Tools you didn’t know were built into your iPhone
The iPhone turns 16 this year and is constantly evolving. Here’s what may be coming with iOS 17 later this year.
Whether you’re new to the iPhone or have had one for years, there’s always something new to discover. Check out these tools you’ll use all the time.
Don’t download third-party QR code scanners
Quick Response (QR) codes are a barcode that can be read by a digital device and were first created to track automotive parts. Now you can scan a QR code to get information such as recipes, menus, website links, contact information, coupons and more.
There are many third-party QR scanning apps, but you don’t need one. Your phone’s camera can scan QR codes without additional software. Here’s how:
- Open the Camera app and point it at a QR code to scan it.
But wait, there’s more! Your iPhone has a hidden Code Scanner app.
If you scan QR codes a few times a week, add Code Scanner to your phone’s Control Center. That’s the list of icons you can quickly access by swiping down from the top of your screen.
- Open Settings, then scroll down and select Control Center.
- Tap the plus icon next to Code Scanner if it’s not already in your Control Center.
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See tiny text better
Don’t have your reading glasses handy or need to see something small? The magnifier is there to help! If you don’t see it on your home screen, swipe to the left to get to the App Library and type “magnifier.” Tap and hold the app to move it to your home screen. Here’s how to use it.
5 apps you should delete off your smartphone right now
Too many apps on your phone can clog up space. Some of the apps taking up your memory may be redundant. Others may be violating your privacy.
Take this Android app, for instance, with more than 500,000 downloads hiding money-stealing malware. It’s not just dangerous apps you need to be aware of. Your phone may be loaded with unnecessary apps that offer features your phone already provides.
5 apps you should delete right now
You probably have more than enough space on your phone to hold whatever you want. The bad news: Your phone is probably full of junk you never think to remove.
Take your photo gallery. How many duplicates, screenshots and memes are clogging things up? Cleaning it up isn’t so bad if you have the right tools. Tap or click here for my top picks to easily organize your photos.