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Tag: iPhone

  • Add Birthdays to Your Contacts

    Add Birthdays to Your Contacts

    Never forget a birthday again!

    Did you know your Contacts app can store a lot of information about the people you keep in touch with? You probably had your contacts copied from an old phone or an email account – but you can edit these contacts to add new information or remove old data, too.

    1. On your iPhone (or iPad), open the Contacts app.
    2. Search for or scroll and tap on the Contact you want to update
    3. Tap Edit in the top right corner of the contact
    4. Scroll down to enter that contact’s birthday, relations, even a nick-name if you’d like to see that instead of their name.
    5. Birthdays added to your Contacts will show up in your Calendar app. You’ll also get reminders on your lock screen when a birthday is coming up!

    Want to learn more about what you can do in the Contacts app? Check out these articles from Apple Support on everything about Contacts.

  • Ten Setup Tips for a New iPhone

    Here’s a short list of the top things you should do when setting up a new iPhone:

    1. Update iOS: Ensure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for any available updates and install them. This ensures you have the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches.
    2. Enable Face ID or Touch ID: Set up either Face ID (for iPhones with Face ID) or Touch ID (for iPhones with Touch ID) for convenient and secure authentication. Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode or Settings > Touch ID & Passcode to configure it.
    3. iCloud Backup: Enable iCloud Backup to automatically back up your iPhone’s data to iCloud. This ensures your important information, such as contacts, photos, and app data, is securely stored. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup and toggle it on.
    4. Set up Find My: Activate the Find My app, which helps you locate your iPhone if it’s lost or stolen. It also enables features like Activation Lock, which prevents others from using your device. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Find My and toggle on Find My iPhone.
    5. Customize Notification Settings: Tailor your notification preferences to suit your needs. You can manage notifications for each app individually by going to Settings > Notifications. This allows you to control which apps can send you notifications and how they appear.
    6. Install Essential Apps: Visit the App Store and download the essential apps you use regularly, such as messaging apps, social media, productivity tools, and entertainment apps. Set up your accounts and configure the settings as needed.
    7. Set up Apple Pay: Add your payment cards to Apple Pay for secure and convenient payments. Go to Settings > Wallet & Apple Pay and follow the instructions to add your cards.
    8. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Strengthen the security of your Apple ID by enabling Two-Factor Authentication. This adds an extra layer of protection to your account. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Password & Security > Two-Factor Authentication.
    9. Configure Privacy Settings: Review and adjust your privacy settings to control how apps and services access your data. Go to Settings > Privacy to manage permissions for various aspects such as location, camera, microphone, and more.
    10. Customize Control Center: Customize the Control Center to include the shortcuts and controls you frequently use. Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls and add or remove items based on your preferences.

    Remember to explore the various features and settings on your iPhone to fully personalize it and make the most out of your device.

    More from Apple

    Learn more about your iPhone in the Tips app, available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    Download Tips

  • Fall Detection

    Fall Detection is a peace-of-mind feature built into iPhone and Apple Watch. It uses the sophisticated sensors inside each device to detect if the user has fallen. Your iPhone and/or Apple Watch will show you a notification asking if you’ve fallen. If you don’t react to the notification, your iPhone will automatically call emergency services. In some US counties, your iPhone can also send dispatchers your current location.

    If you have a Medical ID set up with Emergency Contacts, your iPhone will notify those contacts that you may need help. This can include your location and Medical ID. In some counties, iPhone will also include a copy of your Medical ID when contacting emergency services with location sharing.

    Fall Detection only works with newer Apple Watch and iPhone models. Please double-check using the table below and the specific guide below that.

    Supported Apple Watch Models

    • Apple Watch SE
    • Apple Watch Series 4 or later

    All supported Apple Watch models require pairing with a supported iPhone model

    Supported iPhone Models

    • iPhone SE 2nd generation or later
    • iPhone 11 or later
    • iPhone 11 Pro or later

    The setup process varies depending on the devices you use. If you have an Apple Watch paired, you will need to follow the Apple Watch instructions below. If you do not have an Apple Watch, follow the iPhone Only instructions.

    NOTE: The instructions below use a pre-release version of iOS as reference.

      Apple Watch

      Here’s how you or your grandma can set up the Fall Detection feature on iPhone if you use Apple Watch:

      1. Open the “Watch” app on the iPhone’s home screen.
      2. Scroll down and tap on “Emergency SOS.”
      3. On the “Emergency SOS” screen, you’ll find an option called “Fall Detection.” Toggle it on by tapping the switch next to it.
      4. After enabling Fall Detection, you will see a message explaining how the feature works and its limitations. Read through the information provided.
      5. Once enabled, Fall Detection will automatically detect significant falls and send an alert. If grandma doesn’t respond within a specified time frame, the iPhone will automatically call emergency services and share her/their location with them.
      6. If desired, you can also choose to enable “Sound” under the Fall Detection settings. This will play an alarm sound to alert nearby people when a fall is detected.
      iPhone Only

      Here’s how you or your grandma can set up the Fall Detection feature on iPhone if you do not use Apple Watch:

      1. Open the “Settings” app on the iPhone’s home screen.
      2. Scroll down and tap on “Emergency SOS.”
      3. On the “Emergency SOS” screen, you’ll find an option called “Fall Detection.” Toggle it on by tapping the switch next to it.
      4. After enabling Fall Detection, you will see a message explaining how the feature works and its limitations. Read through the information provided.
      5. Once enabled, Fall Detection will automatically detect significant falls and send an alert. If grandma doesn’t respond within a specified time frame, the iPhone will automatically call emergency services and share her/their location with them.
      6. If desired, you can also choose to enable “Sound” under the Fall Detection settings. This will play an alarm sound to alert nearby people when a fall is detected.

      You or your grandma are encouraged to test the Fall Detection feature after enabling it to familiarize yourself with how it works. You can simulate a fall by quickly dropping the iPhone on a soft surface. This way, you or your grandma can ensure the feature is functioning properly and understand the alerts that will be sent in case of a real fall.

      Remember that Fall Detection is not flawless and may not detect all falls accurately. However, it can still provide an added layer of safety and peace of mind.