Use this hidden iPhone feature for enhanced focus and relaxation
Apple's iOSand iPadOS offer a unique feature called Background Sounds, designed to minimize distractions and create a calming environment. Available on both iPhone and iPad, this feature can be easily accessed with just a few taps. It offers an array of sounds including balanced, bright, and dark, as well as natural sounds, including ocean waves, rainfall, and babbling streams. These sounds can be played in the background in order to mask any unwanted environmental noise.
Seamless integration of background sounds with device audio
The Background Sounds facility on iOS and iPadOS devices, is designed to blend seamlessly with other audio and system sounds. This ensures that users don't miss out on any important notifications or calls, while enjoying the soothing background noises. Whether at home or in a bustling public space, these sounds can aid in concentration or relaxation, without interfering with the device's primary functions.
Activating Background Sounds: A simple step-by-step guide
Activating the Background Sounds option on your iPhone or iPad is straightforward. Users need to open the Settings app, select Accessibility, and under "Hearing," choose Audio & Visual. Then tap on Background Sounds and turn it on. An internet connection is required to download the individual sound effects for the first time.
Customizing and accessing Background Sounds on your device
After activating the Background Sounds, users can adjust the volume and choose to automatically end the sound, when they lock their device. Once downloaded, these sounds can be easily started or stopped via an Accessibility Shortcut. This shortcut can be configured through Settings > Accessibility > Accessibility Shortcut > Background Sounds. Users can access this shortcut by triple-clicking their iPhone's side button, or adding an Accessibility Shortcut button to their device's Control Center.
