5 new hidden features in your iPhone you should start using

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5 new hidden features in your iPhone you should start

iOS 18 was released on September 16 in Sweden. The update comes with major changes to the iPhone’s operating system and many new features.

Many probably know that the update comes with a real AI investment, a changed photo app and a customizable home screen.

But there are some long-awaited and useful new features that Apple hasn’t shown off. Here lists News24 the ones you should know.

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1. Record video while playing audio

Previously, it has not been possible to film in the camera app while playing music or any other sound.

In iOS 18, that has changed, which also The Verge reported on. Now you can set so that the sound is not paused during video recording.

Here’s how to do it:

  • Go into Settings –-> Camera.
  • Press on Record audio.
  • Turn on Allow audio playback.

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    2. Convert currencies directly in the calculator

    Another new function we find in the calculator – now you can do currency conversions directly in the app.

    For example, if you enter 10 in the calculator, you can choose to convert it from and to any currency, for example from SEK to Euro.

    Here’s how to do it:

  • Enter a number as usual.
  • Click the calculator icon in the bottom left corner.
  • Hit the lever next to it Convert.

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    3. Remove distracting distractions while browsing

    Distraction Control is another relatively unknown feature that came to iPhones with the new update.

    It allows you to remove annoying and unwanted objects in Safari, such as advertisements and pop-ups. It is very useful when you are browsing the internet and don’t want to be distracted.

    Here’s how to do it:

  • Click the icons to the left of the address bar in Safari.
  • Choose Remove distracting objects.
  • Click on the items you want to remove. They should disappear immediately.

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    4. Share WiFi password with QR code

    In your iPhone, there are several easy ways to share your WiFi password.

    With iOS 18, there is now another option, namely to create a QR code that automatically connects people who scan it to the network.

    The code can be scanned by multiple mobiles (and even Android devices), which is convenient if you want to give several people access to your network at the same time.

    Here’s how to do it:

  • Enter the new password app.
  • Go to the Wifi section.
  • Select the network you want to share.
  • Press on Show the network’s QR code.

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    5. Transcribe recordings

    With iOS 18, you can also quickly transcribe recordings you made in the Voice Memos app, which can save a lot of time.

    Here’s how to do it:

  • Tap your recording i Voice memos.
  • Tap the three dots to the right of the recording’s name.
  • Choose Change recording.
  • Tap the transcribe button at the bottom left.

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