You Can Turn Your iPhone into a Night Clock

Not everyone has gotten used to this feature yet, but your iPhone’s StandBy mode is a really useful tool when you go to bed or just want a clock near you.

When StandBy mode is enabled (which it is by default), a clock will appear automatically whenever your iPhone is placed sideways while charging. You’ll be able to see the time, read your notifications, see upcoming events, check the weather, and much more.

You can even customize it so you have a picture of a loved one if you prefer, and if you’re using MagSafe stands, your iPhone will remember your settings for each place you dock it in StandBy mode, so you can have it automatically bring up a clock in your bedroom and a photo frame in your living room. Plus, many apps are designed specifically to work with StandBy mode, so you can use StandBy widgets without unlocking your iPhone.

Not everyone has gotten used to StandBy yet, as it works best on iPhones with an always-on display, which the regular iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus lack. However, it’s still a good feature to have in mind when you’re looking to add a clock to your bedroom or office.