Apple’s latest mobile operating system, iOS 16, has finally rolled out to all users. While everyone’s attention is focused on its major features like customization of the Lock Screen and improved Messages app, there are many small but significant enhancements scattered throughout the system that you might find incredibly useful.

Battery Indicator: A Small but Useful Feature

One of the most debated iOS 16 features was the battery indicator. You can bring back a percentage indicator from Settings > Battery, or if you hate it, you can turn it off from there as well.

Image Cutout: The Fun Feature

While there’s no official name for it, the ‘image cutout’ feature is the most fun of the lot in iOS 16. It lets you hold an object in an image and paste it somewhere else as a sticker. Think of this as a background removal tool, and it’s present at multiple places in the operating system.

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Focus Mode: A Game-Changer for Productivity

You can now turn on Focus mode based on a schedule, location, or when you open a particular app. iOS 16 has separate allow and silent lists for notifications under Focus. Until now, you could only include applications in an allow list.

Live Text Update: Transcribe and Translate with Ease

With Live Text, you can transcribe text from images directly on your iPhone. The feature is intelligent enough to recognize the language of the text and translate it into another language. You can even copy and paste the translated text.

Pasteboard Permission: A Security Feature

Pasteboard now asks for permission when you copy something from one app to another. Last year, the system just notified you that an app has access to your pasteboard.

Wi-Fi Password Visibility: No More Secret Passwords

You’ll be able to finally see and copy the Wi-Fi passwords of your saved networks. This feature is a game-changer for users who have multiple devices connected to the same network.

Notifications: A New Level of Personalization

iOS 16 has a new notifications setting that will allow you to display them in different styles on your Lock Screen. You can choose from various themes, including Dark, Light, and more.

Security Features Galore

  • iOS 16 includes a range of security features to keep your device safe.
  • With the Report Junk option, you can easily report spam SMS messages.
  • The system will now ask for permission when you copy something from one app to another, ensuring that sensitive information remains secure.

Availability: Update Your iPhone Now

The iOS 16 update is available to all users with an iPhone 8 or later. Head over to the Settings app and navigate to General > Software Update to download and install the latest version of iOS.

In conclusion, iOS 16 is a treasure trove of hidden gems that will make your iPhone experience even more enjoyable. From the battery indicator to the new notifications setting, there are many features worth exploring. So, update your device now and discover the magic of iOS 16!