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15 Tricks You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Could Do | Reviews by Wirecutter

Nov 04, 2024Nov 04, 2024

By Wirecutter Staff

No matter how long you’ve used an iPhone, there are always new (or new-to-you) features to discover. And stumbling upon a time-saving trick after so many years is, quite frankly, a delight.

Here are 15 tips and tricks that Wirecutter staffers rely on all the time. If you don’t already know about them, we hope they make your life a lot easier.

If you’ve discovered other little-known time-saving iPhone tips, share them in the comments.

This article was edited by Caitlin McGarry and Jason Chen.

Wirecutter Staff

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