Try these useful iOS 12 features for revamped iPhone experience
Last week, iPhone, iPad, and iPod users across the globe started receiving Apple's iOS 12 update. The update, announced earlier this year, brings a major performance boost along with some cool features like Memoji, grouped notifications, and Screen Time. However, there are also some minor features that have improved the overall iOS device experience but are easy to miss. Let's see what they are.
Disable lightning port for enhanced security
You may set up face unlock to keep your iPhone X secure, but there's always a risk of breach via lightning port, just like how thieves break into phones. Notably, there's a new option that disables the port an hour after you've locked your iPhone, keeping it safe from external devices. The feature can be activated from the 'FaceTime and Passcodes' option in Settings.
Now, you can search songs from lyrics in Apple Music
Often people forget 'Shazam-ing' a song while listening and face trouble when looking up for it without its title. Apple understands this and has added lyric search capabilities into its music app, giving users an option to search for a song by their lyrics. Just type in some words from the song and chances are you'll find it in the results.
Alternative appearances on iOS
The Face ID tech is responsive, but we've seen it fail on many occasions, particularly when a person wears more makeup, sunglasses, or something else. This is why Apple has given an option of registering alternative appearance. The feature lets you register a second appearance or even face for hassle-free unlocking. Also, a face, once registered, can be removed only by resetting Face ID.
Automatic update, autofill verification codes
As part of the new update, users get autofill option for verification codes. This means you don't have to copy or memorize a six or eight-digit code while logging in. As soon as you'll receive it, a shortcut will appear and you just have to tap it to fill the code. Also, Apple has added an option for automatic download and installation of updates.
