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Every iPhone comes packed with more functionality than most people realize, and some of the most underrated features are hidden in plain sight. One great example is the set of volume buttons on the ...

Most people grab their smartphone's volume buttons only when they need to turn music up or down during a playlist. These handy side keys handle separate audio streams depending on the context. When ...

Your iPhone’s volume buttons are capable of much more than simply adjusting sound levels. These unassuming controls are packed with hidden features that can make your device more convenient, secure, ...

hand holding a phone with cover on, showing the volume button - abdallah abdelal/Shutterstock While your smartphone is probably the gadget that you use the most, there are several little hidden ...

Unlocking the full potential of any device often requires a keen eye for the hidden gems buried beneath the surface — and the hidden features of the iPhone go a long way. From iMessage features to ...

Update: Newly obtained information confirms that Apple plans to revert to a two-button design for the iPhone 15 Pro models, rather than using the single unified volume button. The unified volume ...

New CAD drawings point to the iPhone 15 Pro volume control being a single rocker-style button, rather than two separate ones for up and down. Additionally, the moving mute switch may be replaced by a ...

The new Camera Control button is one of the signature features of the iPhone 16 series. The button gives you fast access to the camera and camera settings. In the future, it'll also let you give eyes ...

Depending on which iPhone you have, your smartphone will have two volume buttons, a side button, a Ring/Silent switch, or an Action button, and if it's an iPhone SE or older iPhone, a Home button.