I’m a tech whiz – every iPhone owner should turn on ‘life-saving’ feature today
Technology

I’m a tech whiz – every iPhone owner should turn on ‘life-saving’ feature today

By Kevin Colleran

A SPECIAL someone can now bypass silent mode on iPhone thanks to a clever new setting.

The tech giant has added an emergency bypass feature which could be useful at a critical moment.

Clever tool could be 'life-saving'

1

Clever tool could be ‘life-saving’Credit: @howfinity

It’s one of the many little tricks Apple has introduced in iOS 16, the firm’s latest update for iPhone.

So if you haven’t installed it yet, go ahead to benefit from this and many more new tools.

Emergency bypass can be used on as many people as you would like.

It means when your iPhone is on silent mode, their call will still make a noise and vibrate.

I'm a home expert - five tips for warming up without turning on the heating
I bagged a huge haul of toys from Tesco for half the price with my clubcard

The feature even allows calls through if your device is set to Focus mode.

TikToker howfinity revealed how to set up emergency bypass – and it’s very easy.

“Here’s a really useful iPhone tip in case of emergencies,” he said.

All you need to do is open your contacts first.

Most read in Phones & Gadgets

Find the person you would like to be able to bypass silent mode.

Tap Edit in the top right corner.

Scroll down until you see Ringtone and select it.

You’ll see the emergency bypass feature listed at the top – switch it on.

While it could save you at a critical time, some users have pointed out the feature can be a nuisance as well.

“I found this very useful until I couldn’t prevent calls during my doctor appointments,” one commenter pointed out.

Get iOS 16 for free

iOS 16 is Apple’s latest iPhone software update.

Here’s a list of all supported devices:

  • iPhone 14
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13
  • iPhone 13 mini
  • iPhone 13 Pro
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone Xs
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone X
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
Handy iPhone trick will save you from making embarrassing mistake
iPhone gets amazing new feature that was previously 'banned' – how to unlock it

If your iPhone model isn’t listed, unfortunately you won’t be able to use emergency bypass and loads of other new features.

Though that can use it, should update now, it’s free.

Best Phone and Gadget tips and hacks

Looking for tips and hacks for your phone? Want to find those secret features within social media apps? We have you covered…

We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online Tech & Science team? Email us at [email protected]

For all the latest Technology News Click Here 

 For the latest news and updates, follow us on Google News. 

Read original article here

Denial of responsibility! TheDailyCheck is an automatic aggregator around the global media. All the content are available free on Internet. We have just arranged it in one platform for educational purpose only. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, all materials to their authors. If you are the owner of the content and do not want us to publish your materials on our website, please contact us by email – [email protected] The content will be deleted within 24 hours.

Kevin Colleran