iOS 17: what is "StandBy mode" and how to activate it on iPhone

2023-06-18 05:30:14

iOS 17 recently arrived in many models of iPhone and brought to light its list of new features that have undoubtedly delighted users. While there are several new and useful features, one that has caught the eye is the “StandBy mode” that activates when charging the phone.

Surely you are wondering what this function is for and the truth is that it is quite necessary if you do not know what to do while your cell phone is charging the battery, since this mode will show you a waiting screen with various elements available in the system.

Likewise, it is possible to use Siri, receive incoming calls, enable Live Activities and more. Therefore, in MAG We explain how you can use this new feature that is available in iOS 17.

How to activate the “StandBy mode” on iPhone with iOS 17

First, make sure you have the latest version of iOS 17 installed on your iPhone.
In the event that you have not done so, you must do so from the “Settings” app.
Once you have this patch, all you have to do is load your device.
When you do, put it in a horizontal position.
In this way, the StandBy mode will be activated automatically.
By default, an analog clock will appear on the left side and the calendar widget on the right side.
When you see these options, you can swipe the screen to view your photo albums.
Likewise, it is possible to change the widgets by clicking on each one of them.
In this part, you will only have to use your creativity to modify the options, according to your tastes and needs.

It should be noted that the StandBy mode will remember which elements you prefer and will be the first thing that will appear when you connect your mobile.

Trick to use the quick mode of Siri

With iOS 17 it is possible to be able to call Siri only by its name and no longer have to use the popular command: “Hey, Siri”. Here we explain how to activate it on your iPhone.

What you should first do is open the “Settings” app from your iPhone.
Now, access the “Siri and Search” menu.
Among the available options, click “Listen”.
Two alternatives will appear: “Siri or Hey Siri”, “Siri” or deactivated.
The new feature of iOS 17 is “Siri”.
Choose this option and that’s it, return to the main interface of your mobile phone.

Remember that you can always go back to the conventional way of calling Siri if you don’t get used to this change that has come with iOS 17.

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