Apple’s hardware releases get almost all the media attention, especially if it’s an iPhone.
As impressive as the iPhone 14 Pro is, Apple didn’t overlook the software part of it.
This feature is available if you have an iPhone 12 or later running iOS 15.4.
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Additionally, Apple provided the option to use an alternate appearance to unlock your iPhone with glasses.
After years of waiting, Apple finally allowed us to personalize our Lock Screen.
You cancustomize your Lock Screenwallpaper and clock style and add widgets.
you’re able to customize your Lock Screen by going toSettings > Wallpapersif you are on iOS 16.
Although Apple didn’t implement it the same way as Android, it is an excellent addition to iPhones.
It allows you toremove the background of any image on your iPhone.
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Simply tap and hold the subject of a photo to reveal two options: Copy and Share.
It works flawlessly to remove any photo’s background without using any third-party tools.
This feature is available on iPhone XS, iPhone XR, and later models with iOS 16.
Edit and Undo Sent Messages
There are times when you accidentally send something or mistype something.
Apple finally addressed this issue and decided to fix it.
With iOS 16, you’re able to easilyedit and unsend messages in iMessage.
No matter what option you choose, know that others can see if you edited or deleted a message.
Apple decided to improve this feature in iOS 16 by adding Live Text support in videos.
All you better do is pause any video and copy the text visible on the video.
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Also, Apple released it to Mac, making it one of thecoolest macOS features in 2022.
While some third-party keyboard apps have supported it, Apple did not enable it on the stock iOS keyboard.
Fortunately, in 2022, Apple used the Taptic Engine to bring haptic feedback to the default iOS keyboard.
Now, when you tap a key, it gives you a little feedback.
The best part is that it works in silent mode too.
However, you’ll need to enable this feature on your iPhone first.
To do this, go toSettings > Sound & Haptics > Keyboard Feedbackand select theHapticoption.
Remember that your iPhone’s battery will drain faster with haptics turned on.
Even though these are sensitive albums, Apple forgot to include the option to lock them.
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you’re free to enable this option by going toSettings > Face IDand enabling theUse Face IDoption.
Over time, Spatial Audio evolved and brought head tracking, which follows your head with the audio.
However, Apple took it further with Personalized Spatial Audio in iOS 16.
It scans your face and ears with the TrueDepth camera on your iPhone to create a personalized head-tracking experience.
A Fascinating Year for iOS
In the end, 2022 was an exciting year for iOS.
Apart from the software enhancements, Apple also released some exciting products in 2022.
