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Your iPhone has a secret button that's seriously useful - here's how to unlock it - ZDNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. With a double or triple tap, you can control system features, launch apps, trigger custom shortcuts, and more. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. The iPhone has a button on its back. You can’t see it, but with a double or triple tap on the Apple logo, you can open an app, access a system menu, or launch a shortcut. This feature is called Back Tap, and it’s actually been available since iOS 14. The best part is it’s completely customizable. You can set it to do whatever you want, and change it at any time. Also: I added a MagSafe charger to my nightstand and realized its untapped potential: 3 ways it’s useful I first tried Back Tap years ago, and it quickly became one of those features I use every day. Instead of swiping through menus or hunting for apps, I just tap the back of my phone. It’s one of the fastest ways to get things done. What you’ll need: An iPhone 8 or newer running the latest version of iOS. Start by opening the Settings app, then scroll down and tap Accessibility. This is where Apple hides Back Tap, because it was originally de

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