iPhone's New Always-On Display - How it Works on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

 

 

Apple's iPhone is finally taking on Samsung and its own Apple Watch. The new iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will have an always-on display feature that shows the clock and selected widgets on the iPhone's screen even when it's locked and not in active use.

An always-on screen that stays on after an initial timeout period is a technology that's been available on Android phones (especially Samsung Galaxy devices) for years. Apple's inclusion of it in its iPhone 14 Pro models signals possible adoption by all iPhones. Many Apple Watch models already have the always-on feature integrated.

We'll explain what the iPhone 14's version of the always-on display feature is and how it will work. For more iPhone news, don't miss how the new dynamic island notch redesign works in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max.

How does Always On Display work?

Normally, when you lock your iPhone, the lock screen turns off and you have to either press a button, pick up your phone, or tap your screen to reactivate it. . With Always-On Display, your lock screen doesn't turn off -- it stays dim -- so you can easily see the time, widgets, and live activity without touching your phone.

For example, when you receive a text message, you usually only have a few seconds to look at it before the iPhone screen turns off. With Always On Display, you have unlimited time to view a message.

When you turn the iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max face down on a surface or put it in your pocket, the screen will turn black as a way to save battery life, as you'll have to "look" at the screen. will not be required. In a pocket or upside down on a table.

Will it Drain My iPhone Battery Faster?

Apple said the always-on display can operate at a refresh rate of up to 1Hz (ie once per second) with a new low-power mode. It also uses multiple co-processors in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max chips to refresh the display using minimal power.

Can I Turn Off the Always On Setting?

Apple hasn't said if the feature will be optional, but you'll likely be able to turn it off in your settings. Apple Watch users can turn off Always-On Display in the Display and Brightness settings, so you might want to turn it off on the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. You can customize similar settings on Samsung phones as well.