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20 iOS Secrets & Insider Tips

Do Not Disturb While Driving//

Do Not Disturb While Driving is found in Settings > Do Not Disturb. It can activate either manually, when your phone is connected to incar Bluetooth devices; or automatically, so the phone detects when it’s in a moving car.

If the feature is set to activate automatically and the iPhone thinks you’re driving, a message to this effect pops up. If you’re not driving, maybe you’re a passenger or on a train, tap the button underneath to deactivate.

You can add an extra option for Do Not Disturb While Driving to Control Centre. This is useful if it automatically activates when you’re a passenger and you want to use your phone. See our Control Centre tips for details.

Have a Laugh with Siri//

If you’re bored, you can have a laugh with Siri. To activate Apple’s digital personal assistant, press and hold the Home button, or the side button (right hand side) on the latest iPhones that don’t have a home button.

Now ask Siri to tell you a joke. It might not be a very funny joke, but it definitely won’t be

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