Apple’s WWDC24 event was all about AI. However, the tech outfit also announced some features that iPhone users have been requesting for years. These include customisation options for the home screen and lock screen. On the upcoming iOS 18, iPhone users will be able to change the lock screen controls, customise the app icon layout, and more. For starters, let’s take a look at how you can change the lock screen controls.
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Which controls are available for the lock screen on iOS 18?
Since iOS 18 is currently available in developer mode, the control buttons for the lock screen are limited to Apple’s list of apps. Once the OS is launched this fall, users will get to play around with controls for third-party apps as well. Here are some of the available options right now:
- Camera
- Scanner
- Magnifier
- Alarm
- Timer
- Stopwatch
- Personal Hotspot
- Airplane Mode
- Mobile Data
- Dark Mode
- Live Captions
- Music Haptics
- Stereo Balance
- Silent Mode
- Recognise Music
- Translate
- Apple Wallet
- Voice Memo, and more.
Change lock screen controls on iOS 18
Step 1: Long press the lock screen to edit it.
Step 2: Select the wallpaper you want to edit and select Customise.
Step 3: Tap on the control button you wish to change.
Step 4: Select the new control button(s).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I swap the control icons on my iPhone’s lock screen?
Long press the lock screen, select the wallpaper you want to edit, tap on ‘Customise’, and select the controls you want on the lock screen.
Can I add third-party controls to my iPhone’s lock screen?
Control options for the lock screen on your iPhone will be made available after the release of iOS 18 this fall. The beta version of the OS only offers standard Apple options.
When will iOS 18 be released?
iOS 18 will be released alongside the new iPhone 16 series this fall.
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Conclusion
This is how you can swap or change the lock screen controls on iOS 18. Apple has also introduced a bunch of AI features for its upcoming mobile operating system. You can read about it here. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
