Full disclosure, we are an Apple family. From the Apple MacBook Air to the Apple iPad and of course, Apple iPhones, it’s Apple all the way. So imagine my excitement to get the iPhone XR. One of the reasons I love my iPhone is that as much as I am a techie, it’s always easy to use. Well, with the iPhone XR there have been a few changes and improved features that I have had to learn.
We love all the fun iPhone XR Colors like @Pantone Color of the Year Coral @Apple #iPhoneXR Click To TweetBefore we get to the iPhone XR Tips and Tricks, be aware that the iPhone XR comes in an array of beautifully vibrant colors including my number one choice 2019 Pantone Color of the Year, CORAL. And definitely get a clear iPhone cover so you don’t cover up the iPhone color.
iPhone XR Tips and Tricks
Adjust the background blur on portrait photos with Depth Control– Depth Control lets you adjust the depth of field before or after you shoot Portrait mode photos. To change the depth of field before you shoot, in Portrait mode, tap the ‘f’ icon in the top-right corner of the screen and drag the Depth Control slider to change the effect. To edit your portrait after you shoot, go to Edit and drag the Depth Control slider. Depth Control with Portrait mode also works on the front-facing TrueDepth camera for even more stunning selfies.
Move the keyboard cursor and more with Haptic Touch – When using the keyboard, touch and hold the space bar to turn the keyboard into a trackpad for your cursor. Haptic Touch makes it easy to change the position of the cursor without tapping directly on text. You can also use Haptic Touch on the Lock screen shortcuts or to see more options in the Control Center.
Water Resistance – iPhone XR is splash and water resistant rated IP67 (maximum depth of 1 meter up to 30 minutes) and protects against everyday spills including coffee, tea, and soda. Allow at least 5 hours before charging with a Lightning cable or connecting a Lightning accessory. You can use wireless charging after wiping the phone dry. I can not tell you how excited I am for this feature. you would be surprised how many times that I place any liquids away from my iPhone to avoid liquid accidents. And the laughable moments in the bathroom should be a reality show all it’s own.
Group FaceTime – FaceTime with more people than ever before—up to 32 simultaneous participants with Group FaceTime, now available With iOS 12.1. Add new filters and effects to your video conference that keep your conversations lively. To start a Group FaceTime call, simply add participants with the ‘+’ button in FaceTime and select audio or video to start the call.
Memoji – Memoji are an entirely new type of Animoji just for you. Create a Memoji to match your personality and mood. Then make as many alter egos as you want in Messages and FaceTime. To create a Memoji, tap the Animoji icon in messages, then swipe right and select New Memoji.
GUIDED TOUR OF iPhone XS and XR
Disclosure: NYC Single Mom received a loaner iPhone XR to facilitate this post. Opinions are 100% my own.
