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iPhone screen distance feature: How to use iPhone’s screen distance feature to protect your eyes – Times of India

July 18, 2023
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first public beta version of iOS 17 Available to download now. who are keen to take advantage of all the new features coming iphone You can download iOS 17 later this year. One of the most interesting and useful features coming with iOS 17 is screen distance,


What is screen distance?

screen distance in screen time

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Uses the TrueDepth camera to encourage users to move their device away from their face after prolonged periods of time closer than 12 inches.


things to keep in mind

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about the Screen Distance feature:

  • Facility only available on iphone and iPad models with Face ID.
  • This feature uses the TrueDepth camera to measure the distance between your eyes and the screen.
  • The feature is not enabled by default. You have to turn it on manually in the Settings app.

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How to enable and use the Screen Distance feature?

To enable Screen Distance feature you need to follow the following steps

  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
  • tap on screen time,
  • Scroll down and tap on Screen distance.
  • Tap Turn on Screen Distance.
  • Toggle on the Screen distance switch.

Once you’ve enabled the Screen Distance feature, you’ll see a full-screen alert that says “iPhone too close” if you hold your device closer than 12 inches to your eyes for an extended period of time. You can then tap the Continue button to dismiss the alert and take your device away.
You can disable the Screen Distance feature at any time by going to Settings > Screen Time > Screen Distance and turning off the Screen Distance toggle.