The new feature is called “Back Tap” and the trick was introduced with the iOS14 software update allowing the user to carry out quick tasks by double tapping
The feature is activated by a user tapping twice or three times, on the Apple logo on the back of an iPhone phone to perform an action (
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iPhones with the latest update have a hidden feature located on the back of the device which allows the Apple logo to be used to carry out simple tasks on your phone.
The new feature is called “Back Tap” and the trick was introduced with the iOS 14 software update.
The feature is activated by a user tapping twice or three times, on the Apple logo on the back of an iPhone phone to perform an action chosen by the user, reports the Daily Record.
You can assign a wide variety of phone functions to this action, including volume control, screenshots, returning to the Home or Lock screens or switching between apps.
Users can even set a double or triple tap to trigger an Accessibility Shortcut to quickly access features like Assistive Touch, Siri Shortcuts, Magnifier, Reachability, and Voice Over.
The new feature is called “Back Tap” and the trick was introduced with the iOS 14 software update
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The new feature can be used on on iPhone 8 and onwards, so those who don’t allow their device to automatically update may not have access to this new feature.
You may have to go into your phone’s settings now and turn the feature on.
To change the settings:
- Go to ‘Settings’
- Go to ‘Accessibility’
- Go to ‘Touch’
- Scroll down to the bottom of the menu, where you will find a setting called ‘Back Tap’
When you enter this setting, it will have options for ‘double tap’ and ‘triple tap’ depending on the way you want to use it.
You can assign a wide variety of phone functions to this action and you can also choose two different functions to this hidden button, one triggered by a double tap and one by a triple tap.
Using a ‘Back Tap’ command is potentially much quicker and more intuitive than unlocking your iPhone
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The setting can be adjusted, changed and reassigned however you like.
Using a ‘Back Tap’ command is potentially much quicker and more intuitive than unlocking your iPhone and identifying the appropriate function in the usual manner.
It can also replicate common gestures and inputs that you find fiddly, awkward, or even impossible to execute.
It is important to note for people that use particularly heavy or thick phone cases for their iPhone, that the tap on the logo may not register through it.
However, the feature should still be usable through most thinner phone cases.
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Source: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/apple-logo-back-iphone-actually-25363579
