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7 hidden features of the iPhone's 3D Touch

By Preslav Kateliev

Updated: Nov 25, 2016, 8:35 AM

7 hidden features of the iPhone's 3D Touch

The iPhone's 3D Touch wasn't really a head-turner when it first launched with the 6s — it was only supported by a few of Apple's stock apps, the functions it gave access to were a bit limited and bare bones, and it mostly did nothing on the home screen.

Now, a year after its initial release, 3D Touch has made its way in numerous 3rd party apps and it also has a more prominent place in iOS 10, unlocking various options throughout the phone's interface. However, we feel like a lot of 3D Touch's functions are underexposed and probably unknown to the wide userbase.

So, we thought we'd list a few of the less obvious things you can do with 3D touch. This is for iOS' interface only, as 3rd party apps are, well... a lot. And each one of them may or may not treat the pressure-sensitive feature in their own unique way.

Cool 3D Touch functions on the iPhone

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Preslav, a member of the PhoneArena team since 2014, is a mobile technology enthusiast with a penchant for integrating tech into his hobbies and work. Whether it's writing articles on an iPad Pro, recording band rehearsals with multiple phones, or exploring the potential of mobile gaming through services like GeForce Now and Steam Link, Preslav's approach is hands-on and innovative. His balanced perspective allows him to appreciate both Android and iOS ecosystems, focusing on performance, camera quality, and user experience over brand loyalty.

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